With Anthony Weiner, NYC mayor race takes on new dynamic

NEW YORK (AP) — However Anthony Weiner does when the polls close, he’s certain to add drama to the most competitive New York City mayor’s race in more than a decade.

As the scandal-lashed former congressman got ready for a first round of campaign events Thursday, his arrival in the race was being met with a mix of polite greetings, blowback and bring-it-on bravado from his now-rivals. Average New Yorkers were at no loss for opinions, either.