Returning to Albany for a fourth term will be Assemblyman Joe DeStefano, a popular figure in his Central Brookhaven district. His success comes from his connection to the community after more than four decades as a volunteer firefighter and ambulance company member. He’s also on the right side of the issues that affect Long Island, including fighting high taxes and inflation, opposing illegal immigration, eliminating cashless bail and standing up for law enforcement, and keeping men out of women’s sports and girls’ bathrooms.
“Thank you from the bottom of my heart to all my friends and supporters, and the voters of the 3rd District, for your faith and confidence in me,” the Assemblyman said on Election Night when it was reported that he secured more than 60% of the vote over his challenger, Trina Miles. “I’ll work even harder to make sure your voice is heard in Albany. As you already know, my door is always open to you—call, email, drop in if there is anything l can do for you.”
DeStefano is known for his office’s constituent service and his attendance at practically every meeting and event in his district, including his home community groups such as the Medford Chamber of Commerce and the Medford Taxpayers and Civic Association. During his campaign, the area marked the opening of a new Patchogue-Medford Library annex and construction of the Sunrise Wind clean energy project, two efforts he played key roles in supporting.