ICYMI: Dozens of Jewish Leaders from the Five Towns and Far Rockaway Endorse Governor Hochul

NEW YORK – Dozens of Jewish leaders from the Five Towns and Far Rockaway today endorsed Governor Kathy Hochul for a full term. The endorsers include Rabbi Baruch Rothman, former Assembly Member Phil Goldfeder, and community leaders, Cal Nathan and Jonathan Katz.

“I’m so grateful to be endorsed by this dynamic group of Jewish leaders who represent the voices of the Five Towns and Far Rockaway community,” said Governor Kathy Hochul. “Since taking office, I’ve made it a top priority to address the rise in hate crimes against the Jewish community by strengthening public safety initiatives and investing in preparedness efforts of nonprofit organizations. As governor, I will always be an ally to the Jewish community and will work tirelessly to deliver results to families of the Five Towns and Far Rockaway.”

Rabbi Baruch Rothman:

“Governor Hochul is the right person to lead this state and a leader who truly listens to the concerns of our community. I’m endorsing Governor Hochul because she shares our Jewish values of promoting equality and civil rights as well as standing up for what is right. I look forward to working with Governor Hochul to promote the ideals of the Jewish community in the years to come.”

Phil Goldfeder, Former Assembly Member:

“As a former Member of the Assembly who represented Southern Queens and Rockaway, I’m proud to support Governor Hochul who is laser focused on improving the lives of every community across the state. Governor Hochul is a dedicated and pragmatic leader who understands the diverse needs of our neighborhoods and will continue to fight for all our families.”

Cal Nathan, Founding Executive Board Member of Teach NYS:

“Governor Hochul’s visit today shows how deeply she cares about working with and protecting our local Jewish community. Since taking office I’ve been thrilled to see Governor Hochul’s commitment to tackling the rise in hate crimes in New York and ability to build a diverse coalition of supporters. I’m proud to support Governor Hochul for a full term and look forward to watching her continue to lead our great state.”

Jonathan Katz, Political Chair of the Hebrew Academy of Long Beach:

“Governor Hochul is an advocate for our community and has made it clear that there is no place for antisemitism in our state. I’m proud to stand with Governor Hochul as we continue to work together to build a stronger future for New Yorkers that puts progress over politics and delivers for our families.”