About Ben
Ben received his degree from Mitchell College, majoring in Business Administration and minoring in History & Government. He was disappointed that despite the significant Jewish population on campus, there was nothing bringing the community together. Ben founded the Hillel, which quickly became a top club during his tenure as president. There, Ben learned more about the value of community engagement that meets people's diverse needs.
Ben is greatly concerned about the increased cost of living exacerbated by our housing crisis. He is a passionate pro-housing advocate because too many New Yorkers are being priced out of the city they love. In 2021, Ben joined the Four Freedoms Democratic Club, where as a board member, he has fought for inclusion and transparency. Over the last two years Ben has volunteered for several local Democratic candidates because he believes that grassroots energy fuels democratic success.
About Rebecca
Rebecca, a native of the Upper East Side, has served as Democratic District Leader for Part A of the 76th Assembly District since 2021. Rebecca started volunteering and working on campaigns across the city as a teenager and continues to do so today. As District Leader, she has prioritized a dedication to government and party transparency and continued public service and community engagement.
After graduating from Trinity College, Rebecca returned to the Lenox Hill neighborhood of the UES, where she and her husband Evan are raising their family. Rebecca has held multiple leadership positions in local and county politics including serving on the County Committee, as a Judicial Delegate, and within East River Democratic Club and Four Freedoms Democratic Club. In addition to her political work, Rebecca served on the Board of the New York League of Conservation Voters and is an active member of the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Museum of the City of New York.
While working full-time in public affairs and public relations, Rebecca earned a Masters in Public Administration from Baruch College, CUNY. Rebecca's dedication to her community and public service continues as she works to ensure we have the best neighborhood possible for generations to come.
District Leader
So, what is a District Leader? District Leaders are volunteer Democratic Party officials. They do the hard work of registering voters, recruiting poll workers, and organizing campaign events.
District Leaders also sit on the executive committee of the county Democratic Party where they vote on endorsements, elect leadership, and guide the direction of the local Party.
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Election Day: June 27th
Early Voting: June 17th-25th
Endorsements!
Ben and Rebecca are proud to be endorsed by these great leaders:
Congressman Jerry Nadler
Former Congresswoman Carolyn Maloney
State Senator Liz Krueger
Assembly Member Rebecca Seawright
Assembly Member Alex Bores
City Council Member Julie Menin
City Council Member Keith Powers
Four Freedoms Democratic Club
Manhattan Young Democrats