28 Albany County Legislators Endorse Governor Kathy Hochul’s Campaign

New York – Today, Governor Kathy Hochul’s campaign announced the endorsements of 28 Albany County legislators, including Chairman Andrew Joyce, Majority Leader Dennis Feeney and Chairman of the Legislative Black Caucus, William Clay. 

“I’m honored and grateful to receive the endorsements of these distinguished legislators from Albany County who’ve been instrumental in our efforts to deliver meaningful results for working families throughout the Capital Region and our State,” said Governor Kathy Hochul. “I look forward to building on our progress and continuing to tackle the challenges of the pandemic and ensure an equitable economic recovery for all.”

Hon. Andrew Joyce, Chairman 

“If we’re to see our way past the pandemic, Governor Hochul has made it clear that hard work, a cooperative spirit, and a bold, aggressive agenda are what we need to lead New York State forward. Governor Hochul’s priorities signal her focus toward recovery and renewal: Swift action on the climate crisis and its long term effects, restoring faith in government by pursuing common sense and productive ethics reforms, addressing the current housing crisis and making New York an affordable place for all to live, lifting our economy by creating jobs and cutting taxes and targeting the scourge of gun violence in our communities. We need Governor Hochul’s leadership, that’s why I’m endorsing Kathy Hochul for Governor.” 

Hon. Dennis Feeney, Majority Leader 

“Governor Kathy Hochul has been tested from the moment she took office – both in the work of repairing people’s trust in government, and in her work regarding the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Her ability to unite all New Yorkers has been and will continue to be tested every day. Throughout these challenges, Governor Hochul has demonstrated effective leadership and has proven invaluable to the people of New York. She has been a wonderful partner for our work here in Albany County, and as Democratic Majority Leader of the Albany County Legislature, I am proud to endorse Kathy Hochul for Governor.” 

Hon. William Clay, Chairman, Legislative Black Caucus

“In the short time Kathy Hochul has been Governor, she has set herself apart from her predecessors with a steadfast plan to renew New York. Coming from Buffalo, Governor Hochul understands the needs of all New Yorkers, both upstate and downstate. She is committed to addressing the needs of everyone in New York, including individual communities and especially communities of color. We look forward to helping Governor Hochul put these plans into action, which is why I am endorsing Kathy Hochul for Governor.” 

Albany County Legislators Endorsing Governor Hochul:

Andrew Joyce, Chairman 

Dennis Feeney, Majority Leader 

William Clay, Chairman, Legislative Black Caucus (LBC)

Carolyn McLaughlin

Merton Simpson 

Wanda Willingham, Deputy Chairwoman  

Norma Chapman 

Matthew Peter 

Sam Fein 

Beroro Efekoro

Lynne Lekakis, Deputy Majority Leader  

Frank Commisso 

Raymond Joyce

Alison McLean Lane

Bob Beston 

Sean Ward 

Bill Ricard

Gil Ethier, Deputy Majority Leader  

David Mayo 

Nathan Bruschi 

Joe O’Brien 

Dustin Reidy

Mickey Cleary 

William Reinhardt 

Joanne Cunningham 

Jeffrey Kuhn 

Matthew Miller 

Vicky Plotsky