Eon Huntley, 41, balances a sales role at Bergdorf Goodman with a Democratic Socialists of America-endorsed campaign for New York State Assembly. He lives in Bedford-Stuyvesant with his wife and two daughters. Huntley recently defeated incumbent Stefani Zinerman in the Democratic primary for District 56, running on universal child care and a $30 hourly minimum wage.

Despite working at the luxury retailer, he rejects the "champaign socialist" label, styling himself in vintage and designer pieces while advocating for accessible housing. He draws a connection between his appreciation for durable clothing and his political platform. Huntley, who previously worked at Armani Exchange and Ellen DeGeneres's ED line, entered politics after years in fashion design.

He supports taxing the rich and voting for a free Palestine. His mother worked at Nynex, and he picketed during a 1989 strike. He attended Parsons School of Design before entering the race.