Zahava Durchin
Zahava Durchin (Democratic Party) is running for election to the New York State Assembly to represent District 41. She declared candidacy for the Democratic primary scheduled on June 23, 2026.[source]
Biography
Zahava Durchin earned a degree from Independence University in 2021. Her career experience includes working as in healthcare.[1]
Elections
2026
See also: New York State Assembly elections, 2026
General election
The primary will occur on June 23, 2026. The general election will occur on November 3, 2026. General election candidates will be added here following the primary.
Democratic primary
Democratic primary for New York State Assembly District 41
Zahava Durchin (D) is running in the Democratic primary for New York State Assembly District 41 on June 23, 2026.
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2025
See also: City elections in New York, New York (2025)
General election
General election for New York City Council District 44
Incumbent Simcha Felder defeated Harold Tischler in the general election for New York City Council District 44 on November 4, 2025.
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| ✔ |  | Simcha Felder (D / Conservative Party / Law & Order Party) | 84.3 | 36,394 |
 | Harold Tischler (R / Trump MAGA Party) | 15.3 | 6,615 | |
| Other/Write-in votes | 0.4 | 159 | ||
| Total votes: 43,168 | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic Primary for New York City Council District 44
The following candidates advanced in the ranked-choice voting election: Simcha Felder in round 1 .
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Zahava Durchin (D)
Republican primary election
Republican Primary for New York City Council District 44
The following candidates advanced in the ranked-choice voting election: Harold Tischler in round 1 .
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Conservative Party primary election
Conservative Primary for New York City Council District 44
The following candidates advanced in the ranked-choice voting election: Simcha Felder in round 1 .
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Endorsements
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Campaign themes
2026
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2025
Zahava Durchin completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Durchin's responses.
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- Support the New York Health Act
- Support policies that link minimum wage increases to the NYC cost of living
- My vision for housing justice: no one in District 44 pays unreasonable rent to live in their own community. My Rent Control plan includes eliminating Non-refundable Application Fees and advocating for affordable housing projects that cap rent at the following levels per month.
Studios: $600. 1-Bedroom: $800. 2-Bedroom: $1,000. 3-Bedroom: $1,600. 4-Bedroom: $1,800. I will advocate for incentives that reduce the financial pressure on property owners, allowing them to offer affordable rents without losing profit
Why is this good for the economy? New Yorkers will have more money each month to support local NYC Businesses, which will lead to a stronger economy. You save money on rent prices = more money going back into NYC Economy
Rob Sanders, illustrated by Steven Salerno. The first time I read this book, I learned about the history of the Pride Flag, starting in 1978 with social activist Harvey Milk and designer Gilbert Baker. I read this book every time I feel like I need a reminder of how important it is to always keep fighting for equality.
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Campaign finance summary
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See also
2026 Elections
External links
Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on March 9, 2025
