Democratic congressional candidate David Buchwald on Thursday received the first countywide endorsement in the crowded party primary for the 17th House district.
Westchester County Clerk Tim Odoni backed Buchwald’s bid for the seat being vacated by Rep. Nita Lowey.
“I am excited to endorse David Buchwald as he runs for Congress,” Idoni said. “Throughout his career, David has worked hard to build relationships across the community and has been a leader we could count on at the state level to fight to hold Trump accountable, to protect women’s healthcare, to pass laws to reduce gun violence, and to promote ethics in government. He’s the advocate we need in Congress.”
Buchwald, a member of the state Assembly, is part of a field of more than a half-dozen candidates seeking the Democratic nod for the district.
“I am proud to have County Clerk Idoni’s support. He has devoted his life to serving Westchester County, and he has been a conscientious and effective leader for us,” Buchwald said.
“Together, we have worked to promote electronic recordkeeping that saves taxpayers millions of dollars. I am running for Congress to fight for an end to gun violence, protect women’s reproductive rights, restore the SALT deduction, and advocate for our Democratic values.”
