She taught me to pull yourself together, pick up the pieces, and get to work
Remember that everyone travels their own journey
I returned, deeply committed to America’s promise for everyone
Government is rooted in the power of the People
Grassroots efforts and civic engagement got us to the finish line
People want to know how policies are going to help them
Including diverse voices in the policy process is essential
Defunding the police is about reimagining the purpose of police, which leads to a different outcome
My squad would review what went right and what we could do better for the next time.
There’s a perception that veterans are beyond partisan politics…but that doesn’t apply on the campaign trail.
A generation of progress is on the line
I didn’t realize how difficult voting could be until I moved to NY
Policies and resources are needed to improve the quality of life, more so than performative government acts.
Patriotism has become a political tool, weaponizing Black and Brown bodies.
Jacobs is sending the message for other candidates to stay out.
When you go into budget season, you’re going to upset people
. . . she would not allow herself to be painted as the interim governor.
The non-profit sector has recognized the need to organize more effectively.
No one really wins in this type of situation and all New Yorkers lose.
There is no way to statewide office without New York City.
Hochul tried to balance the needs of her moderate, upstate base, while also appealing to politically powerful New York City.
She has electoral support to be there.
Democrats got a little bit too eager
. . . do you want to be politically productive with your partners in the state?
Hochul’s push may cost her politically
The vote is done
It should take time – if you want to build change that’s sustainable.
Nearly 60% of the human services workforce qualify for government assistance.
Women belong in rooms where decisions are made.