James Solomon has been elected mayor of Jersey City , the Associated Press projects.

Solomon, a progressive Jersey City councilman, defeated Jim McGreevey , who resigned as New Jersey governor back in 2004 after admitting to having an affair with a male staff member.

The race was called less than an hour after the polls closed.

Seven candidates originally ran on Nov. 4 , but none of them were able to receive 50% of the vote, so a runoff election was held.

McGreevey concedes, says he doesn't plan to run again

Solomon declared victory in front of his supporters Tuesday night.

"I believe in the people of Jersey City, and today that belief has been rewarded," he said. "And we sent a message to the entire state of New Jersey that the people of Jersey City cannot be bought

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