New York City Comptroller Brad Lander on Wednesday announced he is running for Congress, setting up a Democratic primary challenge to Rep. Dan Goldman in New York’s 10th Congressional District.

Lander, a progressive Democrat and former City Council member, made the announcement in a campaign video that focused on his personal ties to the city and his record in local government.

“I’ve always believed that you fight for the things you love. And I love this city,” Lander said, pointing to raising his children in New York, public schools and community spaces like Prospect Park. “I’m running for Congress because the challenges we face can’t be solved with strongly worded letters or high-dollar fundraisers.”

In the video, Lander took aim at political influence by wealthy donors and special

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