Democrats picked Tom Suozzi earlier this month and Republicans have picked Mazi Pilip, who is a registered Democrat, but has the full support of Republicans and is a Nassau County Legislator.
Suozzi joins "Up Close" from Israel to discuss his campaign and what's ahead on the road to the special election in February.
Plus, Bronx District Attorney Darcel Clark joins the show to discuss her personal mission for the borough.
Clark sits down to discuss her mantra "pursuing justice with integrity," and why it's more than just a catchy catchphrase.
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