Melissa Mark-Viverito isn't new to politics: as Former City Council Speaker, she's proven she will be a rubber stamp for Mayor Bill de Blasio.  But is she the right choice for Rockaway?

On Jan. 8, Mark-Viverito will join The Wave's Editor In Chief Mark C. Healey to discuss why she's the best choice to replace Tish james as Public Advocate.

The special election for Public Speaker will take place on Feb. 26.