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Carmen De La Rosa

Democratic

Running as Candidate for

State Assembly District 72

Party Enrolled in

Democratic

Top Three Issues

  1. Advocate for tenants and workers rights
  2. Expansion of Mental Health services & policy
  3. Expanding the rights of immigrant communities

Current Occupation

NYS Assemblymember 72nd District & District Leader for 72nd AD-Part B

Previous Occupation

Former Chief of Staff at NYC Council and Legislative & Budget Director

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from Fordham University

Organizational Affiliation

Assemblymember De La Rosa has been endorsed by Make the Road New York, NY Working Families Party, and LiUNA-NY for her 2020 reelection campaign.

Prior Public Experience

Before running for office, Carmen served as Chief of Staff & Legislative and Budget Director at the NYC Council.

Candidate Statement

Carmen grew up in the district she represents and resides in Inwood with her family. She knows well the issues her community faces and will continue to fight alongside her neighbors for what they deserve, using government as a tool for creating progressive change that’s not only felt locally but impacts communities across the state.

Carmen will continue to champion tenants and workers’ rights in Albany, bringing voices from her district to the table. She has been a leader in securing immigrant rights, protecting tenants with 2019’s historic rent reform laws, and championing criminal justice reform. She knows that there is still so much work to be done for AD 72. She’s seeking reelection so she can continue to be a voice for progress.