Jack Schlossberg , 33-year-old grandson of John F. Kennedy, is running for Congress in New York

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Jack Schlossberg

, 33-year-old grandson of John F. Kennedy, is running for Congress in New York's 12th District in the 2026 Democratic primary. A political newcomer, he is campaigning as a progressive, focusing on issues like affordability, healthcare, and fighting corruption in Manhattan. 

Key details about his campaign include:

• District: He is running in a competitive Democratic primary to represent New York's 12th District, which covers areas of Manhattan like the Upper West and East Sides.
• Platform: His campaign emphasizes a new generation of leadership and includes "12 promises to the people of New York's 12th district".
• Background: Previously known as a social media commentator and for his work as a political correspondent at Vogue, Schlossberg is using his platform to address voter apathy.
• Competition: He faces a crowded field, including candidates like Micah Lasher and Alex Bores. 

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