NEW YORK (WCBS 880) — Rep. Carolyn Maloney has announced her bid for re-election.
Maloney, who has represented New York's 12th congressional district since 2013, said in a statement Wednesday, “Now more than ever, our city needs innovative leaders to spearhead our rebuilding from the COVID-19 crisis, and I am proud to say that I have started rolling up my sleeves.”
“From securing federal funding to help New Yorkers get vaccinated, pay their rent, and feed their families, I have led efforts that will enable New York City and New York State to build back better,” the Democrat added.
Maloney said “big, bold, progressive initiatives” will be needed to rebuild and reimagine New York City as it focuses on its recovery from the pandemic.
Among her priorities is establishing a high speed rail between New York and Boston, extending the Second Avenue Subway and passing a Green New Deal.
“For the past year, the incredible people who live, work and choose to raise their families here have shown the determination that New Yorkers are known for,” Maloney stated. “The resiliency of our city and our people are our strength and road to recovery. We will bounce back and defeat this virus, and I will continue to do what I have always done: fight for the people of my district who I am privileged to represent.”
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