I’m proud to announce that the United Alliance Party, an Independent ballot line, will have seven candidates running under its banner this year.
We are strictly bipartisan. We do not endorse one ideology, policy platform, or party direction. Our mission is simple but powerful: to give candidates the opportunity to get on the ballot and ensure every New Yorker has more choices at the polls.
We believe that every individual has the right to run for office—and that working together, across party lines, strengthens us all.
During the petitioning process, we assisted approximately 21 candidates across the city. Sixteen met the work requirements, and seven successfully qualified for the ballot—more than any other Independent line in New York City this year.
Being part of the United Alliance Party means more than just a ballot line. We support our candidates through media outreach, journalism, events, and collaboration, while recognizing that each candidate brings unique skills, goals, and vision to the table.
Our 2025 Candidates
Citywide
- New York City Public Advocate – Gonzalo Duran
Website: https://www.gonzaloduran.nyc
Bronx
- City Council District 12 – James Washington-Ward
- City Council District 18 – Wilfredo Hierrezuelo
Queens
- Queens Borough President – Henry Ikezi
Website: https://voteike.com - City Council District 21 – Giovanni Franco
Brooklyn
- City Council District 35 – Hector Robertson
Website: https://www.hectorforcitycouncil.com - City Council District 41 – Yehuda Shaffer
Website: https://shafferforcouncil.com
I invite you to get to know our candidates—their goals, vision, and passion for serving their communities. Visit their websites, donate to their campaigns, volunteer to help them canvass, and at the very least, spread the word.
For more information about the United Alliance Party and the work we are doing, please contact:
Gonzalo Duran
Chairman
United Alliance Party
(516) 515-0240
GonzaloDruanNYC@gmail.com
