The Republican, who has represented the Far Northeast for more than 40 years, is a moderate who is far removed from the MAGA extremists taking over the GOP.
For better and worse, little has changed in nearly half a century when it comes to city politics in the Far Northeast.
O’Neill, 73, is the only Republican councilmember. He is up for reelection on Nov. 7 and faces a well-financed challenger in Democrat Gary Masino, the head of Sheet Metal Workers Local 19., O’Neill is a moderate who is far removed from the MAGA extremists at the state and federal levels. However, the GOP mayit once controlled on Council, as other parties take spots reserved for non-Democrats, underscoring the need to cultivate competitive new voices.
O’Neill also knows his district, which is mostly white, has a more suburban feel, and is home to many police officers, firefighters, and teachers. Indeed, O’Neill was endorsed by the Fraternal Order of Police, unsurprising for the son of a police officer. Masino has never held elected office, and during a meeting with this board struggled to articulate a compelling plan for what he would do on Council or why he is a better choice than O’Neill. In fact, MasinoThe challenger’s campaign is focused on combating crime, though his district is one of the safest in the city. He is also rightly concerned about the city’s. In particular, property taxes have ballooned as property values have increased.
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