Alina Bonsell, a first-time candidate and the Republican nominee, says that she will be a “strong voice” opposing both “socialism and antisemitism” if elected to City Hall. ( Photo: Alina Bonsell ) CD5 Race on UES Pits Julie Menin (D) vs. Alina Bonsell (R) With early voting set to begin on Oct. 25, and Election Day on Nov. 4, the race for the Upper East Side’s City Council District... News 21 Oct 2025 | 02:03