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Democrat Mejias challenges GOP Sen. Hannon

Quick ReadDavid Mejias is trying for a comeback by painting Kemp Hannon as part of a dysfunctional Albany establishment for the past 34 years.

The Nassau Democratic Party hosts its nominating convention

Photo credit: Kathy Kmonicek | The Nassau Democratic Party hosts its nominating convention at the Cradle of Aviation Museum in East Garden City. David Mejias, center, a candidate for State Senate is seen with with John Capobianco, left, a candidate for 10th Assembly District, and Nassau County Legis. David Denenberg (D-Merrick). (June 1, 2010)

When Kemp Hannon first was elected to the State Legislature in 1976, Gerry Ford was president and David Mejias was in kindergarten.

Now Mejias, 39, a Farmingdale lawyer who served in the Nassau County Legislature before losing his seat last year in a close election, is trying for a comeback by painting Hannon as part of a dysfunctional Albany establishment for the past 34 years.

"I couldn't...

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