Tavel

Shortly after the 20-minute mark, arrivals begin to disrupt their inscrutable banter, and the film becomes almost comical as a parade of the couple’s and Warhol’s associates, including Malanga and Tavel, gradually crowd into the frame.

Yet more than 40% of the primary votes went elsewhere, including to administrative law judge Phil Tavel, who grabbed 20%.

When Tavel sought the same seat in 2019, he was viewed as the more moderate or conservative candidate.

Tavel’s endorsement could particularly help Costa, because he placed third in the primary and because his supporters might otherwise be expected to coalesce behind Saka.

For example, Tavel and Saka oppose rent control, whereas Costa supports it.