Republican Fernando Mateo Enters New York City Mayoral Race

NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) -- Fernando Mateo has formally launched his mayoral run.

Mateo plans to run as a Republican in the New York City race.

He is the head spokesman for Hispanics Across America, the New York State Federation of Taxi Drivers and United Bodegas of America.

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