LOCAL · NY · 1979-1987
Stanley Simon
Borough President · Bronx · Democrat · New York
NOTABLE
On the record
Convicted 1988 of bribery + obstruction in Wedtech scandal; 5 yrs federal prison
SEVERITY · FELONY · CRIMES · bribery, obstruction
Background
Stanley Simon (Democrat) was New York's Borough President · Bronx of Bronx 1979–1987 (8 years). Flagged as a notable historical figure by Officium's curation pass. Took office after Robert Abrams; succeeded by Fernando Ferrer. Press-relevant: Convicted 1988 of bribery + obstruction in Wedtech scandal; 5 yrs federal prison. Same-year political environment (1979): Governor Hugh Carey.
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