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Alan earned a master’s degree in journalism and communications from the Ohio State University School of Communication. He lives in New York City.

Alan currently works as a writer, trainer, and communications consultant. He previously served as the executive director of Samaritans of New York, where he focused on suicide prevention and training for helping professionals.

Alan Ross’s campaign for delegate to judicial convention is his first run for public office.

As of May 6, 2025, Alan Ross did not have a website or any information online.

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Alix earned a bachelor’s degree in TV/cinema from Emerson College and a law degree from New York Law School.

Alix retired as a senior assistant district attorney at the Queens County District Attorney’s Office. She previously worked in the Gang Violence and Hate Crimes Bureau and later led the Extraditions and Vienna Convention units. Before becoming an attorney, she worked in media at ICM, MGM, and NBC, and ran Red One Productions.

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Alix Fredrika Kucker was elected an Alternate Delegate to the Judicial Convention for the 66th Assembly District in 2017.

As of May 6, 2025, Alix Fredrika Kucker’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Alix Fredrika Kucker

Allen Roskoff - Wikipedia

Allen Roskoff is a long-time LGBTQ+ activist based in New York City. His papers are held at the New York Public Library. He was the partner of Jim Owles and continues to reside in New York.

Allen currently serves as president of the Jim Owles Liberal Democratic Club. He previously worked in the executive staff of the New York City Comptroller and held roles in several city and state offices, including those of the governor, mayor, and state legislators.

Allen Roskoff previously held appointed positions in the offices of Governor Mario Cuomo, Mayor David Dinkins, Public Advocate Mark Green, State Senate Democratic Minority Leaders Martin Connor and David Paterson, New York City Comptroller Harrison J. Goldin, and State Senator Tom Duane.

As of May 6, 2025, Allen Roskoff’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Allen Roskoff

Characters of the Village – Tony Hoffmann | The Village View

Tony was born in London, raised in Washington Heights, and attended the University of Wisconsin–Madison. He lives in the West Village with his wife, Nadine, and their son.

Tony currently works for a nonprofit focused on education. He previously worked as a high school math teacher and assistant principal at Middle College High School at LaGuardia Community College.

Tony Hoffmann previously served ten years as the male Democratic Party district leader for Greenwich Village.

Supports allowing the New York State Legislature to draw Congressional lines in New York.

- Supports allowing the New York State Legislature to draw Congressional lines in New York.

Anthony Hoffmann

Daniel earned a law degree from Rutgers Law School and a bachelor’s degree from The George Washington University. He lives in New York City.

Daniel currently works as a litigation associate at Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC. He previously served as a principal, associate, and assistant court attorney to a justice of the New York State Supreme Court. He also teaches legal writing as an adjunct professor at Fordham University School of Law.

Daniel Palmisano’s campaign for Delegate to Judicial Convention in State Assembly District 66 is his first run for public office.

As of May 6, 2025, Daniel Palmisano did not have a website or any information online.

Daniel Palmisano

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David attended Horace Mann School and earned a bachelor’s degree in philosophy and economics from the University of Chicago and a law degree from New York University School of Law. He lives in New York City and serves as vice president and board member of Friends of Marcy Houses.

David currently works as the legal director of the Surveillance Technology Oversight Project. He also serves as the director of research and projects at the Center on Civil Justice at New York University School of Law and as an adjunct professor of clinical law at New York University. He previously worked as a litigation associate at Boies, Schiller & Flexner, a tax associate at Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher, and as a research assistant at New York University.

David Siffert serves as a member of the New York County Democratic Committee.

As of May 6, 2025, David Siffert did not have a website or any information online.

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Deborah is from Queens. She holds a bachelor's degree from City University of New York, Queens College, and a master's of business administration degree from Fordham University Graduate School of Business. She is Jewish. 

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Deborah has experience working as a deputy director of general services for the New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development, serving as director of printing services for New York City Department of General Services, and as a manager of a self-owned printing business. 

Deborah Glick currently serves as a member of the New York State Assembly in District 66. She was elected in 1991 and is serving her 16th term. 

As a state assembly member, wrote to the Chief Judge and Chief Administrative Judge urging the New York State Courts to slow down eviction case processing.

As a state assembly member, co-sponsored the Gender Expression Non-Discrimination Act (GENDA), which protects gender identity and expression under New York State human rights and hate crimes laws.

As a state assembly member, sponsored the Reproductive Health Act, which allows abortions up to 24 weeks and mandates care for nonviable pregnancies.

Supports civil rights, social justice, and tenants’ rights.

Supports animal protections and environmental conservation efforts.

Supports landmarking efforts to preserve historic sites in the city, including the South Village historic district.

Supports landmarking efforts to preserve historic sites in the city, including the South Village historic district, which were divided into 3 parts and plans to " ensure that the 3rd part is granted the protection it deserves and desperately needs."

Believes change in rapidly developing areas of Lower Manhattan erodes the unique character of neighborhoods, despite some changes being positive and reflecting natural community cycles.

Believes change in rapidly developing areas of Lower Manhattan erodes the "unique character" of neighborhoods.

Believes it is essential to preserve rent-regulated housing to maintain New York's diversity.

Believes it is essential to preserve rent-regulated housing to maintain diversity city-wide. 

Believes it is important to create new affordable housing, saying "it is not enough to just save the affordable housing that we have."

Believes in providing high-quality public education with small class sizes and access to physical education and the arts.

Believes excessive standardized testing harms teaching quality and student education.

- As a state assembly member, wrote to the Chief Judge and Chief Administrative Judge urging the New York State Courts to slow down eviction case processing.
- As a state assembly member, co-sponsored the Gender Expression Non-Discrimination Act (GENDA), which protects gender identity and expression under New York State human rights and hate crimes laws.
- As a state assembly member, sponsored the Reproductive Health Act, which allows abortions up to 24 weeks and mandates care for nonviable pregnancies.
- Supports tenants’ rights.
- Supports LGBTQ rights.
- Supports adequate funding for the arts.
- Supports animal protections and environmental conservation efforts.
- Supports landmarking efforts to preserve historic sites in the city, including the South Village historic district, which were divided into 3 parts and plans to " ensure that the 3rd part is granted the protection it deserves and desperately needs."
- Believes change in rapidly developing areas of Lower Manhattan erodes the "unique character" of neighborhoods.
- Believes it is essential to preserve rent-regulated housing to maintain diversity city-wide. 
- Believes it is important to create new affordable housing, saying "it is not enough to just save the affordable housing that we have."
- Believes in providing high-quality public education with small class sizes and access to physical education and the arts.
- Believes excessive standardized testing harms teaching quality and student education.

Deborah Glick

Dennis earned a master’s degree in educational administration from Fordham University and a master’s degree in special education and teaching from New York University. He lives in New York City.

Dennis is a teacher at Asher Levy School.

Dennis Gault currently serves as the Democratic district leader for New York State Assembly District 66, Part B.

As of May 6, 2025, Dennis Gault’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Dennis Gault

Eliza earned a bachelor's degree in international relations and political science from Syracuse University and a law degree from Fordham University.

Eliza currently works as a public defender at the Legal Aid Society. She previously worked as a summer associate at Heller Ehrman.

Eliza Orlins previously ran for Manhattan District Attorney in 2021, but did not win.

As of May 6, 2025, Eliza Orlins’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Erin earned a bachelor’s degree in English from Columbia College and a law degree from Columbia University School of Law.

Erin currently works as associate director of alumni relations and events at Columbia University Graduate School of Arts and Sciences. She previously worked as associate director of the Columbia College Fund, and as an associate attorney at Shearman & Sterling LLP.

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Erin Hussein previously ran for New York City Council District 2 in 2017 and 2021, but did not win either election.

As of May 6, 2025, Erin Hussein did not have a website or any information online.

Erin Hussein

Joan earned a bachelor’s degree from Lehigh University and a law degree from Seton Hall University School of Law. She lives in Manhattan.

Joan currently works as compliance counsel at Otsuka Pharmaceutical Companies. She previously worked in ethics and compliance at Jurisolutions, served as deputy attorney general at the New Jersey Attorney General’s Office, and was a litigation associate at Latham & Watkins.

Joan Karn’s campaign for Delegate to Judicial Convention in State Assembly District 66 is her first run for public office.

As of May 6, 2025, Joan Karn did not have a website or any information online.

Joan Karn

Kathryn E. Freed - Wikipedia

Kathryn earned a bachelor’s degree from Temple University and a law degree from New York Law School.

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Kathryn previously worked in private practice, first as a partner at Freed & Kolodny, then as a solo practitioner. She also served as legal counsel to various New York State Assembly committees, including higher education, authorities and commissions, and environmental protection.

Kathryn E. Freed previously served as a New York Supreme Court justice for the 1st District. She was appointed as an acting justice in 2012, elected in 2014, and served until 2021. She also served on the New York City Civil Court from 2006 to 2011, briefly on the New York City Criminal Court from 2004 to 2005, and was a New York City Council member for the 1st District from 1992 to 2001.

As of May 6, 2025, Kathryn Freed did not have a website or any information online.

Kathryn Freed

As of May 16, 2025, Linda Jacobson did not have a website.

As of May 6, 2025, Linda Jacobson did not have a website.

Linda Jacobson

Maria is originally from New York City. She earned a bachelor's degree in music from Drew University, a master’s degree in public administration from John Jay College, and a law degree from New York Law School.

Maria currently works as an attorney specializing in real estate investments.

Maria Passannante-Derr’s campaign for delegate to judicial convention is her first run for elected office.

As of May 6, 2025, Maria Passanente-Derr did not have a website or any information online.

Maria Passanente-Derr

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As of May 8, 2025, Mark Fiedler did not have a website or any information online.

As of May 6, 2025, Mark Fiedler did not have a website or any information online.

Mark Fiedler

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Maureen has served as President of the 6th Precinct Community Council. She lives in Manhattan.

As of May 10, 2025, Maureen Remacle did not have a website or any information online.

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Maureen Remacle previously ran for Delegate to Judicial Convention in State Assembly District 66 in 2017.

As of May 6, 2025, Maureen Remacle did not have a website or any information online.

Maureen Remacle

As of May 8, 2025, Melissa Carty did not have a website or any information online.

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Melissa Carty’s campaign for delegate to the judicial convention in New York State Assembly District 66 is her first run for elected office.

Supports protecting immigrant rights and women's reproductive rights.

- Supports protecting immigrant rights and women's reproductive rights.

Melissa Carty

Morton earned a bachelor’s degree in history, political science, and economics from Brooklyn College and a law degree from New York University School of Law. He lives in New York City.

Morton currently works as an attorney in private practice. He specializes in litigation, appeals, matrimonial and family law, and has operated his own practice since 1993.

Morton Minsley is a member of the New York State Democratic Party State Committee. His run for Delegate to Judicial Convention in State Assembly District 66 is his first campaign for public office.

As of May 6, 2025, Morton Minsley did not have a website or any information online.

Morton Minsley

As of May 8, 2025, Norma Ramirez did not have a website or any information online.

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Norma Ramirez was elected a Delegate to Judicial Convention in the 66th Assembly District in 2017,

As of May 6, 2025, Norma Ramirez did not have a website or any information online.

Norma Ramirez

As of May 8, 2025, Patricia Laraia did not have a website or any information online.

Committees - Village Independent Democrats

Patricia Laraia is the chair of the education committee for the Village Independent Democrats.

As of May 6, 2025, Patricia Laraia did not have a website or any information online.

Patricia Laraia

Richard earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Cornell University and a master’s degree in business administration from New York University. He lives in New York City and has served on Manhattan Community Board 1 and local civic groups.

Richard currently runs RC Management Services, a financial and business consulting firm. He previously served as executive director of The River Project, CFO of Prime Access, and held senior roles at AT&T, Western Union, and multiple marketing and tech firms.

Richard Corman's run for Delegate to Judicial Convention in State Assembly District 66 is his first campaign for elected office.

As of May 6, 2025, Richard Corman did not have a website or any information online.

Richard Corman

Sheila Rule - The VII Foundation

Sheila lives in New York City and is active in organizations that support incarcerated individuals and vulnerable communities.

Sheila Rule is a writer and former journalist. She previously worked for over 30 years at The New York Times as a reporter, editor, and international correspondent. She is currently writing a novel and is involved in social justice advocacy. She serves on the advisory board of the Parole Preparation Project and is a board member of Good Shepherd Services and the Human Rights Defense Center.

Sheila Rule's previously ran for Delegate to Judicial Convention in State Assembly District 66 in 2017.

As of May 6, 2025, Sheila Rule did not have a website or any information online.

Sheila Rule

Susan earned a bachelor’s degree in women’s studies from Richmond College and a law degree from Brooklyn Law School.

Susan currently works as an attorney at the Law Office of Susan Barrie, focusing on civil law including landlord/tenant, foreclosure prevention, consumer law, real estate, social security disability, and family law. She previously worked at Brooklyn Legal Services Corp. A, where she represented clients in similar civil matters.

Susan Barrie's run for Delegate to Judicial Convention in State Assembly District 66 is her first campaign for public office.

As of May 6, 2025, Susan Barrie did not have a website or any information online.

Susan Barrie

Susan Lee (New York) - Ballotpedia

Susan Lee has a bachelor's degree from Columbia University and a master's degree in public administration from New York University.

Susan Lee previously ran for New York City council member but did not win. 

Said, "Ensuring that everyone is represented, and their voices are heard, regardless of who they are, what language they speak, or where they live."

Said, "Ensuring that everyone is represented, and their voices are heard, regardless of who they are, what language they speak, or where they live." is a core responsibility of elected officials.

Wants to ensure neighborhoods are safe, clean, and responsible.

- Said, "Ensuring that everyone is represented, and their voices are heard, regardless of who they are, what language they speak, or where they live." is a core responsibility of elected officials.
- Wants to ensure neighborhoods are safe, clean, and responsible.

Susan Lee

Sylvia is a native New Yorker. She earned a bachelor’s degree and master’s degree in English from Long Island University and a law degree from Brooklyn Law School. She lives in New York City.

Sylvia currently works as the owner of Sylvia E. Di Pietro, Esq., LLC, focusing on elder law litigation, guardianships, and trust and estate matters. She previously worked in risk management contract negotiations in the entertainment industry and as a court reporter in the New York Supreme Court system.

Sylvia Di Pietro currently serves as the Democratic Female District Leader for New York State Assembly District 75, Part A. She is also vice chair of the New York County Democratic Party Rules Committee.

As of May 6, 2025, Sylvia Di Pietro’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Sylvia Di Pietro

As of May 8, 2025, Vanessa Warren did not have a website or any information online.

As of May 6, 2025, Vanessa Warren did not have a website or any information online.

Vanessa Warren

- Judicial delegates, elected by Assembly Districts, serve a one-time role representing their district at a judicial convention to nominate State Supreme Court candidates.
- Candidates often run in groups backed by political parties, but voters can choose anyone, even from different groups. These groups usually show shared political beliefs.
- Picking these delegates gives political clubs and local leaders a big role in shaping who becomes a judge.

Nominates State Supreme Court candidates for your party.

This ballot may not list all local party officials on your official ballot. These individuals serve only within their political party and do not hold public office.

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