MMA Fighting debriefs us with a breakdown of the politicians that mattered to the world of MMA.
–UFC-supported, Nevada Senator Harry Reid survived a close battle for his seat in the U.S. Senate. Reid and Dana White actually voted together. Reid has assisted the UFC in attempting to persuade NY to pass legislation legalizing MMA.
-NY Assemblyman Bob Reilly will likely prevail in a close race with Republican nominee Jennifer Whalen. Reilly is NY’s leading voice in opposing legislation that would allow MMA in New York State. Also, NY Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver won reelection Tuesday. Although Silver has not given an official position on MMA legislation, he is a close ally of Reilly.
– Andrew Cuomo defeated Carl Paladino to become New York’s Governor. Although he has no official position on MMA, Zuffa donated to his campaign. This could mean that Governor Cuomo would entertain the idea of MMA legislation.
– NY Assemblyman Steven Engelbright retained his seat in NY’s Fourth District. In the past, Engelbert has sponsored bills supporting MMA.
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