Retired social studies teacher Tommy John Schiavoni believes that investing in our education system benefits our entire community. He pledges to be a strong advocate for affordable housing and community health issues like tick-borne illnesses, mental health and opioid addiction. Other concerns include improved water quality, clean energy and solutions for small businesses.

Assemblyman Doug Smith has represented AD 5 since 2018. A former high school math teacher, Smith is the ranking member of the Assembly Education Committee where he fights to fully fund education and helps shape education policy. Other legislative priorities include combatting the heroin epidemic and advocating for legal changes to protect victims of domestic violence.

A 20-year special education teacher in the Hempstead public school system, Noah Burroughs’ priorities are ensuring the state fully funds public schools, contributes more toward community colleges and increases affordable, high-density housing options. Other goals include providing better oversight and management for the Nassau University Medical Center.

The son of a public high school teacher and a librarian, Chris McCreight believes that many problems can be solved when politicians put their constituents ahead of special interests. He pledges to fight to raise wages, protect women’s reproductive rights and stand up for students and teachers. McCreight believes that government should work for all.

As the sole democrat on the fiveperson Clarkstown Town Council in Rockland County, Patrick Carroll knows how to work across the aisle. He intends to ensure that local schools and law enforcement officials have the resources they need. Other goals include eliminating government waste and reducing tax burdens.

Chloe Pierce strives to protect the rights of all, particularly those in under-represented communities. Important issues include education support starting in early childhood, increased access to affordable healthcare, addressing healthcare disparities, fighting the effects of climate change and boosting public safety by addressing the opioid epidemic and tackling gun violence.

Ian Phillips has dedicated his career to supporting public education, first as an inner-city public-school teacher and today as a NYSUT union organizer. As president of the Auburn School Board, he’s fought for smaller class sizes, fair funding, free before-and after-school programing, and has stood up to book-banning attempts.

A United University Professions member, Assemblymember Wallace is committed to public education at all levels, graduating with her bachelor’s degree and J.D. from New York’s public universities. In the Assembly, Wallace works to strengthen and fully fund public education, support the middle class and clean up government corruption.