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Fernando Ferrer
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| Chairman of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority | |
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| In office November 9, 2018 – March 31, 2019 |
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| Preceded by | Joe Lhota |
| Succeeded by | Pat Foye |
| In office February 1, 2017 – June 20, 2017 |
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| Preceded by | Thomas Prendergast |
| Succeeded by | Joe Lhota |
| In office January 1, 2013 – June 19, 2013 |
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| Preceded by | Joe Lhota |
| Succeeded by | Thomas Prendergast |
| 11th Borough President of The Bronx | |
| In office April 15, 1987 – December 31, 2001 |
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| Preceded by | Stanley Simon |
| Succeeded by | Adolfo Carrión |
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Fernando James Ferrer
April 30, 1950 New York City, New York, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Education | New York University (BA) Baruch College (MPA) |
Fernando James Ferrer (born April 30, 1950) is an American politician. He is best known for being the Borough President of The Bronx in New York City for 14 years. He also ran for mayor of New York City several times. Ferrer has also served as a leader for the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA).
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Early Life and School
Fernando Ferrer grew up in the Longwood area of the South Bronx. He went to Catholic schools in the Bronx. He earned his first college degree from New York University. Later, he received a master's degree from Baruch College.
Political Career
New York City Council
From 1982 to 1987, Ferrer was a member of the New York City Council. This group helps make laws for the city. While on the council, he helped create a law that made sure interpreters were available in city emergency rooms. He also worked to ensure fair treatment for all people and helped create a group to review police actions.
Leading The Bronx
In 1987, Fernando Ferrer became the Bronx Borough President. He took over when the previous leader left. At that time, the Bronx was facing many challenges.
During his 14 years as Borough President, Ferrer worked hard to improve the area. Many new homes were built for about 66,000 families. Crime rates went down, especially in the South Bronx. There was also a steady increase in business and real estate investment.
Running for Mayor
Fernando Ferrer ran for Mayor of New York City three times.
1997 Mayoral Campaign
In 1997, Ferrer started his first campaign for mayor. He later decided to stop his campaign and support another candidate, Ruth Messinger.
2001 Mayoral Campaign
Ferrer ran for mayor again in 2001. He won the first round of voting for the Democratic nomination. However, he did not get enough votes to win outright. He then lost a second round of voting to Mark Green. Ferrer, who is of Puerto Rican descent, received a lot of support from Hispanic voters.
2005 Mayoral Campaign
In 2005, Ferrer was the Democratic candidate for mayor. He won the primary election on September 13, 2005, which meant he would run in the main election.
During this campaign, Ferrer faced some challenges. He made comments about a past incident that caused some people to be upset. This affected his popularity, especially among African-Americans.
Ferrer's campaign also had less money compared to his opponent, Michael Bloomberg. Bloomberg used a lot of his own money for his campaign. On Election Day, Bloomberg won the election, defeating Ferrer.
MTA Leadership
Fernando Ferrer has also served as the interim Chairman of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) three times. The MTA runs New York City's subways, buses, and commuter trains.
Personal Life
As of 2005, Fernando Ferrer lived in the Riverdale area of the Bronx.
See also
- Timeline of the Bronx
- List of Puerto Ricans
