Cryptocurrency advocate Jonathan Herzog is working for election to the U.S. Home of Representatives within the main in opposition to fellow Democrat Jerry Nadler, who has represented New York’s 10th Congressional District since 2013.
A former staffer of ex-presidential candidate Andrew Yang, Herzog first introduced his intention to run for workplace in 2019, however has just lately develop into far more vocal about cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH).
“Time for a consultant who is aware of what Bitcoin is,” Herzog tweeted to his 5,900 followers on Might 23, adopted by a message at this time which mentioned the long run can be “decentralized and open supply.”
Following in Yang’s footsteps
Just like the pro-crypto presidential candidate Yang, Herzog helps common fundamental revenue (UBI) and is pushing for digital property as a marketing campaign subject. He has taken Nadler to activity, calling the Congressman “asleep on the swap on cryptocurrencies.”
Hopeful however reasonable expectations
The 26-year-old candidate has had a constructive reception to his marketing campaign from the crypto group, though many dismiss his efforts as helpful solely by way of selling UBI and digital foreign money.
Reddit consumer CatnipHappy mentioned Herzog “has no likelihood of profitable in his district” however hoped he would “assist different UBI candidates who do have an opportunity in profitable.”
The media has been simply as blunt. Metropolis & State NY journal mentioned Nadler was “all however assured victory” on account of his recognition, visibility, and funding.
Others are but to surrender hope about Herzog’s possibilities. Twitter consumer Jadentheman cited different underdog candidates:
“They mentioned the identical about AOC. There’s a small likelihood one thing might occur.”
Herzog is on the poll within the Democratic main in opposition to Nadler and progressive Lindsey Boylan for June 23, 2020.
