CITIZEN ACTION OF NEW YORK
For Immediate Release: September 8, 2010
Citizen Action Endorses Velmanette Montgomery for State Senate
Brooklyn, NY – Citizen Action of New York, a statewide, grassroots organization that fights for social, racial, economic, and environmental justice, today announced their support of State Senator Velmanette Montgomery for reelection in the 18th State Senate District.
“Senator Montgomery has long been a partner in fighting for social justice in New York,” said Té Revesz, a member of Citizen Action of New York’s Board of Directors. “She has consistently worked to strengthen our communities by fighting for quality education and expanding access to health care. She is a model for youth aspiring to political office, and we’re proud to offer her our strong endorsement.”
“I am very proud to receive the endorsement of Citizen Action of New York, because of their broad-based support statewide and their thoughtful positions on issues,” said Senator Montgomery. “I look forward to continuing to work with Citizen Action.”
“Senator Montgomery is a proven leader and we look forward to continuing to work with her in the Senate on the issues that matter most to New Yorkers,” said Karen Scharff, Executive Director of Citizen Action of New York. “Velmanette Montgomery has long been our partner on issues like education, after-school programs, health care, and safe streets in our communities and we’ll continue to work with her to make our communities stronger.”
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