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New York · New York Assembly District 68 · Updated Oct 16, 2026

Diana Ayala

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Former deputy speaker of the New York City Council (2022–2025) from the 8th district (2018–2025)

2026 race · New York Assembly District 68

>99% chance of winning · race rated Solid D

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>99% chance of winning · race rated Solid D

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● Diana Ayala● Darwin Shaw
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Background

Experience
Local office

Links: Candidate list (source)

Fundraising

Raised
$71.9K
From individuals
$54.4K
Spent
$178.1K
Public matching funds
$123.6K
Small donors (≤$250)
43% of individual money
Contributions
360

Money: NYS Board of Elections, through Sep 24, 2026.

Top contributors
  1. Nicholas Lettire · $3K
  2. 144 Development LLC · $3K
  3. CSA COPE PAC FUND · $3K
  4. NYC Hotel Trades Council COPE · $3K
  5. TWU Local 100 Political Contributions Co · $3K

Opponents in 2026