New York's Elected Officials Come Together in Show of Support for Assemblywoman Grace Meng

Press Release

Assemblywoman Grace Meng -- the Democratic nominee for the newly drawn 6th Congressional District -- today stood along side a slew of elected officials who joined forces in support of her candidacy. Amongst those in attendance included United States Senator Charles Schumer, Public Advocate Bill de Blasio, Congressman Gary Ackerman, Senator Tony Avella, Senator Jose Peralta, Senator Toby Stavisky, Senator Joe Addabbo, Assembly Member Michael Simanowitz, Assembly Member Phil Goldfeder, Assembly Member Ed Braunstein, Assembly Member Mike Miller, Council Member Peter Koo, Council Member Mark Weprin, Council Member Karen Koslowitz, Council Member Peter F. Vallone, Jr., Council Member Elizabeth Crowley, Assembly Candidate Ron Kim and Assembly Candidate Nily Rozic.

"Grace Meng is the fighter middle-class families in Queens need standing up for them Congress," said Senator Schumer. "There is only one candidate in this race who is committed to ensuring the wealthiest among us pay their fair share in taxes and who will protect and defend Medicare and Social Security: Grace Meng -- the clear choice for Queens," said Senator Schumer.

"Grace is a remarkable leader who will do the neighborhoods of the 6th Congressional District proud. Grace has consistently delivered real results for working New Yorkers -- so we know the strength of her commitment to creating more opportunities for our children and families, protecting our seniors, and improving our quality of life. I'm honored to support Grace Meng for Congress," Public Advocate de Blasio.

"As the Republicans seek to provide tax breaks for millionaires and billionaires, Democrats will continue to fight for the middle class, create jobs, protect Social Security and Medicare and ensure that our economy continues on the road to recovery. With so much at stake in this historic election, it is essential that Queens residents get to the polls and vote for Grace Meng, Barack Obama and the Democratic ticket on November 6th," said Congressman Ackerman.

"Grace has been a fighter in the Assembly. She has worked tirelessly on issues that affect our day-to-day lives. From tax reform to human trafficking, Grace has been there. I'm glad I can call Grace a friend and I'm happy to support her in her bid for Congress," said Assembly Member Mike Miller.

"On November 6th I am delighted to make history by voting for Grace Meng, the ideal voice to represent the values of hardworking Queens families," said Council Member Weprin.

"I am supporting Grace Meng for Congress because our district deserves a representative in Washington who will be a fighter for the middle class, seniors, students, and small businesses. I know Grace and her integrity and commitment to public service is second to none. With a little over one week until election day, I will be working hard to help Grace win on November 6th," said Council Member Koslowitz.

"I know that Grace Meng is prepared to go to Washington and fight for middle class families, protect our seniors, and improve our education system. She is a proven leader that gets results for Queens, and I'm proud to support her run for Congress," said Council Member Crowley.

Assemblywoman Meng said, "I am so humbled by today's outpouring of support from my colleagues, who I am also proud to call my friends. Whether it's been passing legislation that ensures millionaires pay their fair share or fighting to raise the minimum wage, together we have stood up for the rights of middle class families. As the next Congresswoman from Queens, I will never lose sight of that mission."

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