Queens politicians (and hopefuls) show their talents, thanks to redistricting

First, State Sen. Mike Gianaris (D-Astoria) plays himself in this video shedding light on our state’s redistricting process.

Then, we learn that George Martinez is hoping to rap his way to congress in Glendale, Maspeth and Woodhaven on the Occupy Wall Street platform. His campaign is in the newly drawn 7th Congressional District, which also includes parts of Brooklyn and Manhattan (redistricting inspires everyone).

According to DNAinfo, Martinez challenged his opponent, longtime Rep. Nydia Velasquez to “a rap battle.”

This week, he unveiled his latest campaign strategy in the form of a music video titled:  “Occupy 2.0 All Streets, Bum Rush the Vote.”

Both Gianaris and Martinez could use a little editing, as their films are nearly feature length. But it would still be hard to take the place of ousted State Sen. Hiram Monserrate as our borough’s number one political entertainer. Remember when he got that job at a pizza shop and the New York Post reviewed the pizza place? That was amazing.

Bonus:  Councilman Peter Vallone Jr with Police Commissioner Ray Kelly on drums. JK (sort of).