Lexington Mayor Jim Gray announced yesterday that he would challenge the Tea Party candidate for his senate seat. Gray’s office released a video announcing his candidacy. The video says he wants to help break the Washington Gridlock. Gray has made his name as a progressive mayor and his accomplishments include creating a budget surplus and increasing the minimum wage in the city. Paul’s administration released a statement mentioning his efforts to balance the budget, and his opposition to the Affordable Care Act and the EPA.