Democracy for NYC (DFNYC) is committed to the ideals espoused by Democracy for America, the organization founded by Howard Dean, and the national network of local coalition groups dedicated to the same.
We work both locally and nationally to ensure that fiscally responsible and socially progressive candidates are elected at all levels of government. We develop innovative ways to advocate for the issues that matter to our members and support legislation which has a positive effect in our communities. We promote transparency and ethical practices in government. We engage people in the political process and give them the tools to organize, communicate, mobilize, and enact change on the local, state, and national level.
You can download our bylaws here.
NYS Male District Leader for Assembly Dist. 50 - Brooklyn
This is the seat that Lincoln Restler until he lost by 19 votes in 2012 to Chris Olechowski, who was backed by Vito Lopez. Olechowski later resigned, and was replaced by Frank Cavaliere. This year, Cavaliere is being challenged by Nick Rizzo, who is supported by New Kings Democrats and Lincoln Restler.
Election Date: September 9, 2014
Neighborhoods: (Brooklyn) Greenpoint, Williamsburg, parts of other neighborhoods. Map
Candidates: (in alphabetical order)
Frank Cavaliere (D)
Nick Rizzo (D)
News articles:
Battle Brews in the 38th AD for District Leader
To return to the main list of Hot Races in 2014, click here.
Email: | info -at- dfnyc.org |
Democracy for NYC (DFNYC) is committed to the ideals espoused by Democracy for America, the organization founded by Howard Dean, and the national network of local coalition groups dedicated to the same.