Joseph R. Concannon
Joseph Concannon was a Republican candidate for District 23 representative on the New York City Council in New York. Concannon was defeated in the general election on November 7, 2017. He also ran on the Conservative Party and Stop de Blasio ballot lines.
Concannon was a 2012 Republican candidate for District 11 of the New York State Senate.
Biography
Concannon is a retired New York City police captain and former advisor to Mayor Rudy Giuliani. He obtained a B.A. and M.P.A. from the John Jay College of Criminal Justice.[1]
Elections
2017
New York City held elections for mayor, public advocate, comptroller, and all 51 seats on the city council in 2017. New Yorkers also voted for offices in their boroughs: The Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, and Staten Island.
Primary elections were scheduled for September 12, 2017, and the general election was on November 7, 2017. Under New York law, candidates who run unopposed in a primary or general election win the nomination or election automatically, and their names do not appear on the ballot.[2] Incumbent Barry Grodenchik (D) defeated Joseph Concannon (R) and John Lim (Independent) in the general election for the District 23 seat on the New York City Council.
| New York City Council, District 23 General Election, 2017 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
| Democratic |  Barry Grodenchik Incumbent |
65.32% | 15,683 | |
| Republican | Joseph Concannon | 32.67% | 7,843 | |
| Independent | John Lim | 1.92% | 462 | |
| Write-in votes | 0.08% | 20 | ||
| Total Votes | 24,008 | |||
| Source: New York City Board of Elections, "2017 General Certified Election Results," November 28, 2017 | ||||
Joseph Concannon ran unopposed in the Republican primary election for the District 23 seat on the New York City Council.[3]
| New York City Council, District 23 Republican Primary Election, 2017 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Candidate | ||
| Joseph Concannon | ||
2012
- See also: New York State Senate elections, 2012
Concannon ran in the 2012 election for New York State Senate District 11. He ran unopposed in the Republican primary on September 13, 2012. He also ran on the Conservative Party ticket. Concannon was defeated by incumbent Tony Avella (D) in the general election, which took place on November 6, 2012.[4][5][6][7]
| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | Tony Avella Incumbent |
73.3% | 64,775 | |
| Republican | Joseph R. Concannon | 26.7% | 23,550 | |
| Total Votes | 88,325 | |||
Campaign themes
2017
Concannon provided the following candidate statement for the New York City voter guide:
| “ |
Integrity in government is essential in developing the trust of the public. The more trust then the greater public participation in elections. My candidacy is about engaging the public, developing the trust and creating transparency in government. Too often we see the opinions of elites in the political process NOT reflecting the views of the voting public. Public safety is the cornerstone of a thriving economy providing both stability and assurances that the marketplace will be safe. In handcuffing and blindfolding the police we reduce public safety, create fear and uncertainty for businesses. I look to return NYC to a time when fear and uncertainty are not a major concern for our citizens. I look to enhance public transportation in our district. I look to reward riders of public transit systems, not punish them. Education provides students the tools for critical thinking and businesses a well trained labor force. I'm asking for your vote and together we can make NYC great again![8][9] |
” |
| —Joseph Concannon (2017) | ||
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External links
Footnotes
- ↑ Bayside Patch, "Meet Joe Concannon, Sen. Avella's Challenger," June 19, 2012. Retrieved August 29, 2012
- ↑ New York Election Law, "Sec 6-160. Primaries," accessed July 14, 2017
- ↑ Ballotpedia staff, "Email correspondence with the New York City Board of Elections," July 14, 2017
- ↑ State of New York, State Board of Elections, "Candidate List for the September 13, 2012, State Primary Election," accessed July 31, 2014
- ↑ State of New York, State Board of Elections, "Official September 13, 2012, Primary Results," accessed July 31, 2014
- ↑ State of New York, State Board of Elections, "Official Senate Election Returns Nov. 6, 2012," accessed July 31, 2014
- ↑ State of New York, State Board of Elections, "Official Assembly Election Returns Nov. 6, 2012," accessed July 31, 2014
- ↑ New York City Campaign Finance Board, "2017 General Election Voter Guide," accessed October 19, 2017
- ↑ Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.
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