Assemblymember Jaime Williams with community members
Assemblymember Jaime Williams Campaign
Assemblymember Jaime Williams with community members
As early voting gets underway, Assemblymember Jaime Williams is highlighting a broad coalition of support that includes elected officials, labor organizations, faith leaders, and community advocates from across Brooklyn. The endorsements reflect her work on affordability, neighborhood investments, community services, and support for homeowners, tenants, seniors, and working families throughout the 59th Assembly District.
Community Leaders and Organizations Back Jaime Williams as Early Voting Begins
Support from Elected Officials, Labor Organizations, Faith Leaders, and Community Advocates Highlights Broad Coalition Behind Re-Election Campaign
Broad Support Across the Community
BROOKLYN, NY — As early voting begins across New York City, Assemblymember Jaime Williams is highlighting the broad coalition of elected officials, labor organizations, faith leaders, and community advocates who have endorsed her campaign for re-election in the 59th Assembly District.
Williams, who represents Canarsie, Flatlands, Mill Basin, Marine Park, Bergen Beach, Georgetown, and surrounding communities, said the support she has received reflects years of working alongside residents and stakeholders to secure resources, funding, and opportunities that benefit local families.
“I am grateful for the support of so many community leaders, organizations, and elected officials who share my commitment to serving the people of our district,” said Williams. “Together, we have worked to bring resources, investments, and opportunities to our neighborhoods, and I look forward to continuing that work on behalf of the families, seniors, homeowners, and young people who call this community home.”
Support from Elected Officials
Among those endorsing Assemblymember Williams are State Senator Roxanne Persaud; Assemblywoman Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn; Assemblywoman Nikki Lucas; Assemblywoman Latrice Walker; Assemblywoman Monique Chandler-Waterman; and Assemblyman Brian Cunningham. This is just a handful of elected officials who chose to endorse Williams.
Williams said she is honored to have earned the support of fellow elected officials who understand the importance of delivering results and advocating for local communities.
Community Leaders Stand Behind Williams
Her campaign has also received support from respected community leaders including Gary Brazela, President of the 69th Precinct Community Council; Sheryl Boyce, President of the Bayview Houses Community Association; Rabbi Hecht; Rabbi Levy; and Pastor Gail Ford.
“These are individuals who work every day to strengthen our communities and improve the quality of life for residents,” Williams said. “Their support means a great deal because they understand both the challenges and opportunities facing our neighborhoods.”
Strong Labor Support
In addition, Williams has earned the support of numerous labor organizations representing thousands of working New Yorkers, including the NYC AFL-CIO, HTC, NYC Carpenters Union, Corrections Captains Association, FDNY Local 2507, CSEA, New York State Public Employees Federation, and the Uniformed Sanitation Association, Local 831.
The endorsements reflect Williams’ longstanding support for working families, labor protections, economic opportunity, and policies that strengthen the middle class.
A Record of Delivering Resources and Funding
“This is only a partial list of the many leaders, organizations, and residents who have supported our campaign,” Williams said. “I believe this broad coalition reflects the work we have done together to strengthen our communities, secure investments for local neighborhoods, and advocate for the needs of working families.”
Supporters point to Williams' record of securing funding for community programs, supporting local schools and youth initiatives, advocating for seniors, and helping residents access government resources and services. They also cite her efforts to address affordability challenges facing families throughout the district.
Throughout her tenure in the Assembly, Williams has been a vocal advocate for affordable housing opportunities for tenants while also fighting for support, tax relief, and protections for one- and two-family homeowners. She has consistently focused on bringing resources and funding back to the district while working to address quality-of-life concerns and economic challenges facing local residents.
Early Voting is Underway
“With affordability impacting families across our district, the stakes in this election are simply too high,” Williams said. “We need experienced leadership that understands how to bring resources, funding, and opportunities to our communities. I encourage every eligible voter to participate in this election and make their voice heard.”
Early Voting begins on Saturday, June 13, and continues through Sunday, June 21. Election Day is Tuesday, June 23.
Voters can locate their polling site and obtain voting information by visiting Find Your Poll Site.
About Jaime Williams
Assemblymember Jaime Williams represents New York State’s 59th Assembly District, which includes Canarsie, Flatlands, Mill Basin, Marine Park, Bergen Beach, Georgetown, and surrounding Brooklyn communities. She has focused her public service on advocating for working families, supporting seniors and youth, strengthening neighborhoods, and improving access to community resources and opportunities.
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