Michael Benjamin (New York)
Michael Benjamin (b. May 2, 1958) is a former Democratic member of the New York State Assembly, representing District 79 from 2003 -- when he won a special election -- until 2010.
Benjamin's political experiences include candidate for New York City Council District 16 in 2001; deputy field director to Clinton for President; committeeman for New York State Democratic Committee; vice president of the 44th precinct Community Council; community coordinator for Assemblywoman Aurelia Greene; and district director for Congressman Jose Serrano.
Biography
Benjamin earned his B.A. in political science from Syracuse University. His professional experience includes deputy chief clerk for the Bronx board of elections; legislative aide; legislative director; manager for The Bronx Health Plan, Inc.; lecturer about race and ethnicity for John Jay College and about urban politics for College of New Rochelle. [1]
Committee assignments
- Subcommittee on Regulated Mortgage Lenders
- Corporations, Authorities and Commissions Committee, New York Assembly
- Correction Committee, New York Assembly
- Election Law Committee, New York Assembly
- Housing Committee, New York Assembly
- Libraries and Education Technology Committee, New York Assembly
Elections
2010
- See also: New York State Assembly elections, 2010
Benjamin did not run for re-election in 2010.
2008
- See also: New York State Assembly elections, 2008
On November 4, 2008, Benjamin won re-election to the New York State Assembly, District 79, defeating opponent Sigfredo Gonzales (C).
Benjamin raised $41,684 for his campaign while Gonzales raised $0.[2]
New York State Assembly, District 79 2008 | ||||
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Candidates | Votes | |||
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26,083 | |||
Sigfredo Gonzales (C) | 364 |
Recent news
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See also
- New York State Assembly
- House Committees
- New York State Legislature
- New York state legislative districts
External links
- Legislative profile from Project Vote Smart
- Biography from Project Vote Smart
- Campaign Contributions: 2008, 2006, 2004
Footnotes
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New York Assembly - District 79 2003–2010 |
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