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George Latimer

DEMOCRAT

George Latimer is running for New York US Representative, District 16, Democratic Primary.

George Latimer is running for this race unopposed. They will move on to the general election.

Personal background

George Latimer is from Mount Vernon, New York. He has a bachelor's degree in history and theology from Fordham University and a master's degree in public administration from New York University's Wagner School.

Professional background

George is currently the Westchester County Executive. He previously served as a state senator in the New York State Senate, a member of the New York State Assembly, and as the Democratic Chair of the Westchester County Legislature.

Political background

George is currently the County Executive of Westchester County. He was first elected in November 2017 and served two terms. He previously served in the New York State Senate after winning election in November 2012 and, before that, represented his district in the New York State Assembly for several years.

Economy

Stated that he, "created over 2,500 new affordable housing units since 2018 with 4,000 more in the pipeline."

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Public Safety

Passed Smoke Free Workplace Laws.

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Healthcare

Cosponsored the New York Health Act to "bring universal health care to all New York residents."

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Energy & the Environment

As of April 23, 2026, George Latimer’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Foreign Policy and Immigration

As of April 23, 2026, George Latimer’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Voting & Elections

Authored the Human Rights Law to "codify sexual orientation as a protected class alongside race, religion, gender, and other demographics."

Supports policies to increase government transparency and combat corruption, building on his signing of the Truthful Disclosure Bill, while also protecting collective bargaining rights and ensuring equal representation.

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Education

As of April 23, 2026, George Latimer’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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