For Immediate Release: 9/22/22

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New York State Democratic Committee Holds Biennial Reorganization Meeting, Re-electing Chairman Jay S. Jacobs 

Party hosts first meeting with new State Committee Members and Elects Executive Committee Members, Passes Three Resolutions 

Albany, NY – The New York State Democratic Committee today held its biennial reorganization meeting, re-electing Chairman Jay S. Jacobs, with the newly-elected State Committee members, electing Executive Committee members, and passing three resolutions. Chairman Jacobs was nominated by NAACP NY President Doctor Hazel Dukes and former State Senator and current Democratic candidate Monica Martinez. The resolutions passed focused on protecting abortion, ensuring equal rights and supporting the environmental bond act. Chairman Jay S. Jacobs was re-elected unanimously by acclamation. 

The Executive Leadership is as follows:
Chairman Jay S. Jacobs
Executive Committee Chair Christine Quinn
First Vice Chair Pamela Hunter
Secretary Latrice Walker
Assistant Secretary Timothy Perfetti
Treasurer Kenneth Jenkins
Assistant Treasurer Lynne Boecher
Sergeant-at-Arms Michael Reich
Policy Co-Chairs Michaelle Solages and Shawn Hogan
Labor Representative Stuart Appelbaum 

“In New York, we have a model state committee that is supercharged, energized, and brings in people from all walks of life who believe in building a stronger state for all,” said Governor Kathy Hochul. “It’s not just about the governor’s race, it’s about every race on the ballot this year, and I’m proud of the strong team we’re building to defend our values and move New York forward.”  

“I am honored to have the support of the New York State Democratic Committee in pursuing another term as Party Chair,” said New York State Democratic Party Chairman Jay S. Jacobs. “Together, we will maintain the New York State Democratic Party’s reputation of excellence and leadership, fighting for lasting changes that impact all New Yorkers. We have set out a bold policy agenda for the coming year, and I look forward to executing our goals to make New York a more affordable and equitable state.”  

“I thank the New York State Democratic Committee for continuing to have confidence and trust in our leadership of the party,”said First Vice Chair and Assemblymember Pamela Hunter. “It has been an honor to do the work of leading this party in our state, and I look forward to working from the ground up to maintain a strong Democratic Party that fights for New Yorkers of all creeds and sets the standard for Democrats across the nation.”  

At Large Members include: 
Jen Hibit
Mayra Linares
Donna Lupardo
Kathy Sheehan
Kyle Bragg
Luis Montes
Santos Rodriguez
James Scheuerman

The Vice Chairs include: 
Elizabeth Ball
Emily Giske
Jenny G.H. Lam-Low
Eve Guillergan
Trudy Mason
Grace Meng
Crystal Peoples-Stokes
Kenesha Traynham-Cooper
Lisa Sacco
Julie Shiroishi
Melissa Sklarz
Irene Stein
Anastasia Somoza
Andrea Stewart-Cousins
Nydia Velazquez
Jo-Ann Yoo
David Alpert
Jamaal Bailey
Jim Carr
Jason Clark
Steven Cohn
Jeremy Cooney
Carl Heastie
Hakeem Jeffries
Todd Kerner
Dan McCoy
Willie Rosas
Joe Rossi
Richard Schaeffer
Keith Wright
Jeremy Zellner 

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