Orthodox Jewish lawmakers reach record 11 in New York legislature after midterm elections
New York's state legislature will have a record 11 Shabbat-observant Jewish lawmakers following Tuesday's elections, as pro-Israel candidates and Democratic socialists won seats.
The New York state legislature saw a record-breaking 11 Orthodox Jewish lawmakers after the midterm elections, according to David Greenfield, CEO of the Jewish nonprofit Met Council. Eight of these 11 legislators were up for reelection, while the remaining three are new to statewide elected office. Pesach Osina, a former City Council staffer, joined the State Assembly as a Democrat, winning in a Queens district with a high Orthodox Jewish population.
Democrat Lisa "Malkie" Vider and Joey Cohen-Saban also secured victories, making them one of two Sephardic Jews in New York office. Pro-Israel Jewish candidates continued their winning streak, with winners like Joey Cohen-Saban, who defeated incumbent Michael Novakhov in a South Brooklyn rematch. These Jewish pro-Israel candidates represent a growing presence in the state legislature and Congress, as Democratic socialists gain ground in New York.
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