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senator jeremy a. cooney

Hometown - Rochester, NY

Issue Areas of Focus - Job creation, Healthcare & education access, Poverty relief, Downtown revitalization

Favorite Rochester Destination - Highland Park Diner

Why are you passionate about working in government? This community raised me and public service is my opportunity to help the next generation of Rochesterians.

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  • Hometown - Born and raised in Kingston, Jamaica

    Issue Areas of Focus - Food/Housing insecurity, Gun violence, Economic development, Poverty relief

    Favorite Rochester Destination - Rochester Public Market

    Why are you passionate about working in government? Because it allows me to be a conduit between the government and the people it serves.

  • Hometown - Rochester, NY

    Issue Areas of Focus - Climate change, Social justice, Economic development 

    Favorite Rochester Destination - Cobb’s Hill Reservoir

    Why are you passionate about working in government? I love this community and working in government allows me to contribute in a positive way. 

  • Hometown - Born in Rochester, NY

    Issue Areas of Focus - Mental Health Awareness, Criminal Justice Reform, Education & Poverty

    Favorite Rochester Destination - Seabreeze

    Why are you passionate about working in government? To make a positive impact in the Rochester community & surrounding areas. To continue making opportunities for the next generations to come.

  • Hometown - Born and raised in Gates, NY

    Issue Areas of Focus - Abortion access, Early education and care, Maternal health, Gun safety

    Favorite Rochester Destination - Restaurant Good Luck

    Why are you passionate about working in government? Lasting change happens when our institutions change and government is one of the most influential institutions in our lives.

  • Hometown - Cinnaminson, NJ

    Issue Areas of Focus - Workers’ Rights and Medical Reform

    Favorite Rochester Destination -Highland Park

    Why are you passionate about working in government? Helping everyday individuals connect with the resources they need is always a meaningful and rewarding experience.

  • Hometown - Hornell, NY

    Issue Areas of Focus - Healthcare Access, Social Welfare, Criminal Justice Reform, Women’s Representation

    Favorite Rochester Destination - Rochester Public Market

    Why are you passionate about working in government? We are in the unique position to produce positive change and create innovative solutions that will best serve our constituents and the future of Rochester.

  • Hometown - Canaseraga, NY

    Issue Areas of Focus - Housing insecurity, Voting rights, Climate change, Criminal justice reform, Healthcare access

    Favorite Rochester Destination - Rochester Greenovation

    Why are you passionate about working in government? To be able to make real and meaningful connections within the community and help restore the public's trust in the government and politicians.

  • Hometown- Kumasi, Ghana


    Issue Areas of Focus- Budget, Fiscal policy and Economic Development, Climate and the Environment, Health and Transportation


    Favorite Rochester Destination- I have not been to Rochester yet. I enjoy going to Times Square, Manhattan so far.


    Why are you passionate about working in government? I believe in the capacity of public service in expanding opportunities, strengthening financial inclusion and ensuring that resources are utilized responsibly to improve the lives of people.

  • Hometown - Albany, NY

    Issue Areas of Focus -Transportation and transit policy, LGBTQ+ rights, Economic Development/Financial Services, Long Term Care, Judiciary Issues

    Favorite Rochester Destination - Genesee Valley Park

    Why are you passionate about working in government? Government at all levels is one of the best ways to effectuate change for the better.

  • Hometown - Born in Oldbridge, NJ and raised in Fairport, NY

    Issue Areas of Focus - Judicial reform, Childcare, Healthcare, Social welfare

    Favorite Rochester Destination - Roc Holiday Village

    Why are you passionate about working in government? Government has the ability to create positive change that is widespread and betters the lives of its constituents, and by working in government I can help to hold our elected officials accountable to those goals.

  • Hometown - Albany, NY

    Issue Areas of Focus - Transportation and Cannabis

    Favorite Rochester Destination - Rochester Public Market

    Why are you passionate about working in government? To provide a real impact on people’s lives, help solve real world problems, and garner a little personal fulfillment.

  • Hometown - Born and raised in Rochester, NY

    Issue Areas of Focus - Criminal justice reform, Black maternal health & infancy, Lactation, Gentrification

    Favorite Rochester Destination - The Strong Museum

    Why are you passionate about working in government? My motto is be the change you wish to see.