Recently, I was re-elected as Vice Chairman of the Bronx Conservative Party for my second term — and I must speak candidly: I was ready to walk away. I had considered returning to the Democratic Party, not because I had lost conviction, but because I had grown tired of standing in a storm that too few are willing to face.
In New York City, the numbers are against us. The Democrats outnumber us, the media often ignores us, and many in power would prefer to keep us at arm’s length rather than uplift us. Even the weakest Democratic candidate is too often seen as “viable,” while we, who fight for principle over popularity, are dismissed or blacklisted from community events.
When I first joined the Conservative Party, I was given an opportunity — and I made a promise: to bring visibility, growth, community engagement, and momentum to this movement. In my first term, I fulfilled that promise and more. I poured my heart and soul into the mission, and together, we delivered results that no one thought possible.
But my work is not done.
Let me be very clear — to our leadership, our members, and our supporters across the Bronx and beyond — I am staying in this fight because our city needs voices that refuse to be silenced. I intend to do even more this term. I am more focused, more determined, and more unwilling than ever to accept mediocrity.
To those who might stand in the way, I say this with respect and resolve: before, I fought with gloves on. Now, they are off. My mission is not vengeance — it is purpose. I will work with anyone who believes in reform, renewal, and results. But I will not be deterred, delayed, or dismissed.
To my fellow Conservatives across this great city, and especially here in the Bronx — I need you.
You, the district leaders, voting members, and tireless volunteers who form the backbone of this party. There will be moments when my actions may seem unconventional, even uncomfortable — but understand this: every move, every word, every initiative will serve a single goal — to get a Conservative elected to office within the next few years.
The roadmap is forming. The system is shifting. We are adapting. I will continue to strengthen our media presence, membership, fundraising, candidate recruitment, and community ties. But I cannot do this alone — this must be our shared stand.
I accepted re-election because I refuse to live in a city where law enforcement is defunded, crime is normalized, fear is tolerated, and faith in leadership is fading. We can no longer wait for permission to be heard — we must claim our place in the civic conversation and shape the city we believe in.
I cannot — and will not — stand by while others surrender. That is why I am committing two more years of my life to this cause, to this movement, and to you.
We may not yet have the full power, resources, or recognition we deserve, but we are on the cusp of transformation. History favors the bold, and this moment demands courage.
When I stand, I ask you to stand with me.
When I speak, I ask you to raise your voices beside mine.
And when I act, let it be known — this is not my fight alone. It is our movement, our mission, and our future.
Here’s to another two years as your Vice Chairman of the Bronx Conservative Party —
and to the beginning of something greater than any one of us.
Gonzalo Duran
Vice Chairman
Bronx Conservative Party