Comptroller: ZAF is proud to endorse MARK LEVINE! 

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• We could not be more proud to endorse our dear friend Mark Levine, currently serving as Manhattan Borough President and mensch-in-chief, a proud, Hebrew-speaking Jewish, Zionist leader whose progressive values and commitments are unparalleled, consistent, and deeply held. Mark will never waiver in his commitment to housing availability and affordability, mental health services, immigrant and refugee justice, healthcare and public safety. Mark was a featured speaker at the Zioness Action Fund launch at the Democratic National Convention last summer, and hosted one of the first vigils in America on October 8, alongside Congressman Adriano Espaillat, where he invited ZAF founder Amanda Berman to speak. We can’t wait to call him NYC Comptroller!

Public Advocate: ZAF is proud to endorse JENIFER RAJKUMAR!

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• We are proud to endorse New York State Assemblymember Jenifer Rajkumar to be the City’s next Public Advocate. Throughout her career, Jenifer has shown dedication to public service, to women’s rights and reproductive freedom, LGBTQ+ equality, and to a better future for all New Yorkers. She was the first South Asian-American woman ever elected to New York State Office and has been a trailblazer ever since. She joined a Zioness Movement teach-in in January 2019 to advocate for Jewish and Zionist activists in the Women’s March. She is leading the fight against hate crimes across the city––including anti-Jewish hate. Jenifer visited Israel as part of a New York State delegation, advocated for US military aid to Israel in the face of attacks from Iran, and marched in the Israel Day Parade. She immediately and unequivocally condemned the October 7th Hamas attacks. 

Manhattan Borough President: ZAF is proud to endorse KEITH POWERS!

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• We are excited to support New York City Councilmember Keith Powers to be the next Manhattan Borough President. Keith is a champion for housing, mental health and those experiencing homelessness, and safer streets. He recently attended the dedication of ‘Yad Vashem Way’ in Midtown Manhattan, and supported the move as “a no-brainer” and “an opportunity to make a strong statement at a time when strong statements are needed.” On October 7, 2023, he “unequivocally condemn[ed] the violence” and pledged to “stand with Israel.” He has been endorsed by several pro-Israel politicians, including Congressman Ritchie Torres and former Congresswoman Carolyn Maloney.

NYC’s 3rd City Council District (Manhattan): ZAF is proud to endorse ERIK BOTTCHER for City Council!

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• We are proud to endorse Erik Bottcher for re-election in New York City’s 3rd council district. Erik has always stood with the Jewish community and the people of Israel and condemned antisemitism, while fighting for LGBTQ+ rights and helping lead the fight for marriage equality in New York State. Erik is also a champion for those who need mental health services and affordable housing. We admire Erik’s leadership advocating against anti-Jewish hate and for progressive causes and are thrilled to endorse him in his race. 

NYC’s 5th City Council District (Manhattan): ZAF is proud to endorse JULIE MENIN for City Council!

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• We are proud to endorse councilmember Julie Menin for re-election in New York City’s 5th council district. Julie is a dedicated public servant and civic leader who truly demonstrates the ideals of a Zioness! Throughout her career, she has been a champion for progressive causes, fighting to lower healthcare costs and to make childcare more affordable. Julie is also a strong advocate for Israel and the Jewish people. She is a member of the Council’s Jewish Caucus, marched in the Israel day parade, and joined a solidarity mission to Israel. She also helped launch a $2.5 million Holocaust Education Program for New York City students. 

NYC’s 7th City Council District (Manhattan): ZAF is proud to endorse SHAUN ABREU for City Council!

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• We are thrilled to endorse councilmember Shaun Abreu for re-election in New York City’s 7th council district. Shaun perfectly represents our commitments to social justice, progressive values, and Jewish and Zionist ideals. As an elected official, Shaun focuses on improving the quality of life of New Yorkers by tackling issues like sanitation and infrastructure. He has always been a strong ally for the Jewish community, introducing legislation that would create a “Jewish Heritage Day” in New York City public schools. He has called out bigots who tear down Israeli hostage posters in the city, reaffirming his support for all those who had lost loved ones on October 7th. He has attended rallies standing up for Israel and unequivocally condemned antisemitic vandalism. 

NYC’s 11th City Council District (Bronx): ZAF is proud to endorse ERIC DINOWITZ for City Council!

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• We are proud to endorse Councilmember Eric Dinowitz for re-election in New York City’s 11th council district. Eric has always been a champion of the values that drive Zioness: standing up for progressive values and against anti-Jewish hate. He has fought to improve the health and safety of New York City neighborhoods by investing resources in initiatives that fight gun violence and increase access to vaccines. He is the chair of the Council Jewish Caucus and pushed for a council resolution condemning Hamas in the wake of October 7. He proudly attended ZAF’s Democratic National Convention event and consistently condemns anti-Israel hate. In 2021, when over 50 CUNY professors resigned due to the passing of an antisemitic resolution, Eric immediately stood with them; he continues to lead efforts to examine antisemitism at CUNY.  He participated in a New York state delegation trip to Israel and marched in the Israel Day Parade.  Eric has consistently proven himself a leader in the fight for progressive change, for students, seniors, and for members of marginalized communities.

NYC’s 29th City Council District (Queens): ZAF is proud to endorse LYNN SCHULMAN for City Council!

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• We are thrilled to endorse councilmember Lynn Schulman for re-election in New York City’s 29th council district. Lynn has proven herself to be a dedicated leader for progressive causes, notably advocating for LGBTQ+ rights and increased healthcare equity. She is also focused on increasing educational opportunities for city youth. A member of the Council’s Jewish Caucus, she has repeatedly called out antisemitism and spoken about the issue. She was also part of the New York solidarity mission to Israel. 

NYC’s 38th City Council District (Brooklyn): ZAF is proud to endorse LING YE for City Council!

ZAF strongly opposes Ling’s opponent,Alexa Aviles.

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• We are pleased to endorse Ling Ye in her race against anti-Israel DSA incumbent Alexa Aviles. Ling has emerged as a reliably pro-Jewish candidate committed to improving our city. Ling is a dedicated public servant who is focused on public safety, engaging and empowering local communities, and fighting violence, including hate crimes. Ling has also called out those who refer to Israel as “stolen land” and who refused to recognize Israel’s existence. By contrast, Aviles proudly protested the “US funded genocide of Palestinians” and consistently refers to the war as a “genocide.” Aviles was part of a small group of elected officials who visited and defended the encampments on Columbia University’s campus. She is also endorsed by AOC and other politicians and groups who have normalized anti-Zionist bigotry. We proudly endorse Ling Ye as she stands up to the hate espoused by incumbent Alexa Aviles. 

NYC’s 39th City Council District (Brooklyn): ZAF is proud to endorse MAYA KORNBERG for City Council! 

ZAF strongly opposes Maya’s opponent, Shahana Hanif.

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• We are proud to endorse political scientist and researcher Maya Kornberg in her race to unseat incumbent Shahana Hanif. Hanif is a member of DSA and was arrested while protesting at anti-Israel rallies, was one of the first to call Israel’s actions post-October 7th “genocidal,” and blamed Israel for the October 7 Hamas attacks. Maya Kornberg is a proudly Jewish and Zionist leader for our communities, who will work to address issues of affordable housing, childcare and education, healthcare access, LGBTQ+ and gender equity. It is essential for everyone in New York’s 39th City Council district (which includes Brooklyn’s Park Slope, Cobble Hill, Boerum Hill, and Carroll Gardens) to get out there and vote for Maya!