Officials: “Attorney General James has earned the support and trust of New Yorkers in Central New York”
New York – New York Attorney General Letitia James today announced that nine Democratic lawmakers and county chairs representing Syracuse and Central New York have endorsed her re-election for attorney general. In their endorsement, the legislators and county chairs highlighted Attorney General James’ commitment to rooting out corruption, combating the opioid crisis, and standing up for tenant safety and livable housing for New Yorkers across the state.
The coalition includes State Senator Rachel May, State Senator John Mannion, Assemblymember and Onondaga County Democratic Party Chairwoman Pam Hunter, Assemblymember Bill Magnarelli, Assemblymember Al Stirpe, Cayuga County Democratic Party Chairwoman Dia Carabajal, Cortland County Democratic Party Chairman Tim Perfetti, Madison County Democratic Party Chairwoman Liz Moran, and Oswego County Democratic Party Chairwoman Betsy Passer.
“Over the last four years, Attorney General Letitia James has worked day in and day out to improve the lives of New Yorkers in every corner of the state,” said the group of Central New York leaders. “She has taken on some of the toughest fights, courageously standing up to corporate giants, corrupt politicians, and predatory actors, all to protect our own community. Now, it’s our time to stand with her. We are lucky to have Attorney General James working on our behalf every day, and we look forward to her leadership for years to come.”
“I am proud to earn the support of these public servants and community leaders who have worked tirelessly to improve the lives of New Yorkers in Syracuse and across Central New York,” said Attorney General James. “During my time as attorney general, we have worked together to tackle the most challenging issues impacting our communities – from delivering tens of millions of dollars to address the opioid crisis in the region, to cracking down on predatory landlords who put tenants in harm’s way, to getting dangerous guns off the streets, and ensuring the health and safety of our environment. I will continue to do everything in my power to support these lawmakers and the communities they serve.”
The Central New York officials join the growing list of labor unions, organizations, and dozens of elected officials who have recently endorsed Attorney General James’ re-election, including: Senator Chuck Schumer, Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, New York City Mayor Eric Adams, Hotel Trade Council (HTC), New York State AFL-CIO, NYSUT, TWU, 1199SEIU, 32BJ, RWDSU, NYSNA, Building and Construction Trades Council of Greater New York, EMILY’s List, National Organization for Women New York (NOW), Higher Heights for America, Eleanor’s Legacy, #VOTEPROCHOICE, Downtown Women for Change, and Tenants PAC.
