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City Comptroller Scott Stringer and Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams — two of the top contenders in the Democratic race for mayor — received the backing of groups that are trying to increase their political clout in the city.
After stopping by several church services in Central Brooklyn, Comptroller Scott Stringer was in Foley Square Sunday afternoon rallying with a coalition of Muslim Civic Groups.
The endorsements were made as the holy month of Ramadan is underway
The city is home to more than 768,000 Muslims, making up nearly 9% of the city's total population
In recent years, the South Asian community, which encompasses different religions and ethnic groups, has been flexing its political muscle "To have the support of the Muslim community is a tremendous honor and responsibility," Stringer said.
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