Gay NYC councilman running for Congress says America is at a crossroads
“We are either going to reject hatred and bigotry and discrimination, or our country will succumb to it,” Erik Bottcher told The Advocate.
December 1, 2025
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Gay NYC city council member Erik Bottcher joins Jack Schlossberg in packed race for Jerry Nadler’s House seat
His launch draws heavily on themes he shared in a recent interview with The Advocate.
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November 13, 2025
Out NYC Councilman Erik Bottcher files to run for Rep. Jerry Nadler's seat, raises nearly $700k in one day
In an interview with The Advocate, Bottcher says he’s stepping up as a new-generation leader and that “the gloves are off” in his challenge to Trump.
October 9, 2025
From trauma to triumph, will NYC Councilman Erik Bottcher become the city's first out gay mayor one day?
From a teen grappling mightily with his sexuality, Bottcher is now a ubiquitous presence in New York City.
May 16, 2025
Gay Couple Attacked in NYC’s Times Square as Crowd Watched
It's not the first time LGBTQ+ have been attacked recently in the city.
April 17, 2023
Woman Charged With Hate Crime for Setting Bistro’s Pride Flag Ablaze
Police made the arrest on Tuesday night.
February 23, 2023
Police Search for Woman Who Torched a Pride Flag Outside NYC Restaurant
Authorities said that they are investigating the fire as a possible hate crime.
February 21, 2023