Joseph Crowley
Democratic
Current Occupation
Congressman, New York's 14th Congressional District
Previous Occupation
Member of the New York State Assembly from the 30th District
Education
Power Memorial Academy
Queens College
Organizational Affiliations
Democratic Party
Working Families Party
Women's Equality Party
Chairman of the House Democratic Caucus
Prior Public Experience
Served as the representative for New York's 14th Congressional District since 1999
Candidate Statement
I am the son and grandson of immigrants and grew up in working-class Queens. I want every New Yorker to have a better, more just future where ever family has the ability to secure a quality education that will lead to a well-paying job. The chance to save money to ensure a secure a retirement and help their children afford college.
We must also ensure our community remains a welcoming and safe place. New York has always been a beacon to individuals of different background and we must ensure that first- and second-generation families have every ability to succeed.
The challenges we are facing as a nation are great, but I am confident they can be met if Congress fights for hard-working Americans. I will be your champion to expand health care, create a more just criminal justice system, pass comprehensive immigration reform, and secure greater financial equality for all.