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Cuomo Endorses Gjonaj for Council

September 12, 2017 11:53 AM·
NYS Assemblyman Mark Gjonaj, 80th AD

NYS Assemblyman Mark Gjonaj, 80th AD

GOVERNOR ANDREW CUOMO ENDORSES MARK GJONAJ FOR THE 13TH CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT

Cuomo Cites Gjonaj’s Success in Delivering on Key Democratic Values Such As Universal Pre-K, Balancing the State Budget, Protecting Affordable Housing

Today, New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo endorsed Mark Gjonaj in the Democratic Primary for the Bronx’s 13th City Council district.

Citing Gjonaj’s commitment to core Democratic values, Gov. Cuomo said, “I am proud to endorse Mark Gjonaj for City Council. Serving together in Albany, I have known Mark to be a committed and consistent public servant. From delivering on-time balanced budgets to Universal Pre-K, to Free Tuition NYC, he has been the dedicated representative The Bronx needs. A true supporter of working families, seniors, homeowners and tenants alike, I know Mark will be a fierce leader in City Hall.”

In response to the endorsement, Gjonaj said, “As someone that knows firsthand the commitment that Governor Cuomo has to the people of New York, I am proud to have his support in my campaign to fight for the needs of everyday Bronxites and to ensure that no community is forgotten. In the City Council, I look forward to working with state leaders such as Governor Cuomo, as I continue to build the critical partnerships needed to deliver results for the people of the Bronx.”

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Author: Michael Benjamin is a public affairs consultant and an editorial board member at The New York Post. He is a former contributing columnist to the NY Post, City and State NY and other publications. He is a former Member of the New York State Assembly (2003-2010) and once led the Bronx Board of Elections. Since leaving office, he has appeared as a commentator on TWC NY1, Bronxnet OPEN, Good Day NY, and Al Jazeera America. His columns and blog focus on corruption, government, education, politics, redistricting, nuclear energy and race. He holds a B.A. in political science from Syracuse University.