Michelle DeSouza with leaders who endorsed her
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Michelle DeSouza with leaders who endorsed her
As voters prepare to head to the polls, Michelle DeSouza's campaign is highlighting support from a group of Brooklyn elected officials, Democratic Party leaders, and community advocates. The endorsements come as the Civil Court Judge candidate continues meeting with residents across Brooklyn's 6th Municipal District and sharing her vision for a court system rooted in fairness, professionalism, and public trust.
Michelle DeSouza Announces Growing Coalition of Community and Democratic Leaders Endorsing Her Campaign for Civil Court Judge
Endorsements Reflect Broad Support Across Brooklyn's 6th Municipal District as Early Voting Begins June 13
BROOKLYN, NY — With Early Voting set to begin this weekend, Civil Court Judge candidate Michelle DeSouza is entering the final stretch of the campaign with the backing of several prominent Brooklyn community leaders who say her legal experience, commitment to public service, and reputation for integrity make her well qualified to serve on the bench.
DeSouza, who has been "Approved" by the New York City Bar, has earned the endorsement of Assembly Member Rodneyse Bichotte-Hermelyn (42nd Assembly District), Assembly Member Brian Cunningham (43rd Assembly District), District Leader Anthony Beckford (43rd Assembly District), District Leader Michelle Tege (43rd Assembly District), District Leader Michael Boomer (57th Assembly District), District Leader Shaquana Boykin (57th Assembly District), and District Leader Josue Pierre (42nd Assembly District). She has also been endorsed by the New York Progressive Action Network.
"I am honored to receive the support of respected elected officials, district leaders, and community advocates who have dedicated themselves to serving Brooklyn," said Michelle DeSouza. "These endorsements reflect a shared belief that our courts must be fair, impartial, and accessible to everyone who enters them. I am grateful for their confidence in my experience, integrity, and commitment to public service."
A longtime attorney, community advocate, and public servant, DeSouza has spent her legal career representing everyday New Yorkers and working to ensure that individuals and families are treated fairly under the law. As an immigrant from Guyana who was raised in Brooklyn, she understands the challenges many residents face when navigating the legal system and believes that every person deserves to be heard with dignity and respect.
The endorsements come as voters prepare to cast their ballots in the Democratic Primary for Civil Court Judge.
Early Voting begins Saturday, June 13, and continues through Sunday, June 21. Election Day is Tuesday, June 23, 2026. Voters throughout Brooklyn's 6th Municipal District are encouraged to make their voices heard and participate in this important election.
"Local Civil Court Judges make decisions that affect families, tenants, consumers, workers, and small businesses every day," DeSouza added. "I am running because I believe every person who comes before the court deserves fairness, professionalism, and a judge who understands the real-life impact of every decision."
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About Michelle DeSouza
Michelle R. DeSouza-Forte is a dedicated attorney, public servant, and community advocate whose life story reflects perseverance, resilience, and a deep commitment to fairness. Born in Guyana and immigrating to the United States at the age of 15, Michelle was raised in East Flatbush, Brooklyn, where her early experiences shaped her understanding of the challenges many families face navigating complex systems. Growing up in a household of nine children, she learned the importance of responsibility, sacrifice, and hard work—values that continue to guide her both personally and professionally.
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