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Residence (s) Southeast Bronx, New York, U.S. Education. LaGuardia Community College. City University of New York, Lehman (BA) Rubén Díaz Jr. (born April 26, 1973) is an American politician who served as the 13th borough president of The Bronx in New York City from 2009 to 2021. He was elected in April 2009 and reelected in 2013 and 2017.
Sep 16, 2019 · Ruben Diaz Jr. has chipped away at some of the Bronx’s nagging stereotypes, and is hoping to replicate these successes citywide as he runs for mayor. And you can bet he’ll use his greatest asset: a natural, affable charm. Early on, he is lagging on fundraising and name recognition – but perhaps his biggest challenge is the behavior of his father, the Rev. Rubén Díaz Sr.
May 9, 2022 · Then-Bronx Borough President Rubén Díaz Jr. speaks at an Eric Adams mayoral campaign event, Oct. 15, 2021. Credit: Hiram Alejandro Durán/THE CITY Posted in The Bronx Ruben Diaz Jr. Is Lobbying for Bronx Waterfront Development He Championed as Borough President
Jun 9, 2020 · Mr. Díaz may have another advantage: His son, Rubén Díaz Jr., is the widely popular Bronx borough president, a politician more aligned with the Democratic mainstream.
Oct 31, 2023 · Both men even donated the exact same amount of money in October: $175. The difference? Díaz Sr. donated to Marmorato, who has close ties to the Bronx Republican Party and has been endorsed by several prominent individuals with close ties to former President Donald Trump. Diaz Jr. donated to Velázquez, according to campaign finance records.
Dec 31, 2021 · At the end of this week, after serving over 12 marvelous years as your Bronx Borough President, and after 26 years of public service, I will leave elected office. Having the opportunity to be the Chief Executive of my hometown has been the most challenging and rewarding job, and I am deeply thankful to all of you for allowing me to serve.
Jun 22, 2020 · The South Bronx is filled with buildings bearing the Rubén Díaz name, such as Rubén Díaz Apartments and Rubén Díaz Plaza. His son, Rubén Díaz Jr., is the popular Bronx borough president.
