New York is holding elections, including for state and municipal offices, on Sept. 12, 2023, and Nov. 7, 2023, respectively. A number of candidates running in these elections completed Ballotpedia’s Candidate Connection survey. These survey responses allow voters to hear directly from candidates about what motivates them to run for office.
Below is a selection of responses from the candidates who filled out the survey as of Aug. 22. To read each candidate’s full responses, click his or her name at the bottom of the article.
David Hirsch (R/Conservative Party) is running for New York State Assembly District 27, and the special election is on Sept. 12. Here’s how Hirsch responded to the question: What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?
