State Sen. Myrie, re-elected without challengers, speaks out on NY’s needs

November 6, 2024 Brooklyn Eagle Staff

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FLATBUSH — State Sen. Zellnor Myrie (D-20) who identifies as being from an immigrant family, spoke out on the Presidential and national election results.

“I am the proud son of Costa Rican immigrants who left everything behind to move to America,” said Myrie, a Brooklyn native. “My parents faced unimaginable hardships so I could have a better life, and their determination and strength is a guiding light for me on this difficult day for our nation.”

Acknowledging that the election loss for Democrats is challenging and painful, Myrie warned, “We cannot allow despair to turn into apathy, and we cannot let proponents of hatred and division dictate who we are. We must continue to protect and embrace all New Yorkers, from our newest arrivals to those who have been here for generations…Yesterday made clear that many New Yorkers are hungry for change and frustrated with the status quo. This city feels more expensive and less livable, and it’s on us to offer concrete solutions that will improve New Yorkers’ lives.”

Myrie added, “This is the greatest city in the world, and we know how to rise above challenges and take care of each other. If the generations before us could overcome immense adversity, then so can we. It’s time to get to work.”

Elected as state senator in 2019, Myrie represents a district that stretches from Prospect Heights and Sunset Park to Flatbush and Remsen Village. Myrie, who turned 38 on Sunday, ran unopposed and thus won re-election on Tuesday, Nov. 5, according to Ballotpedia. Spectrum NY1 News’ results show there was no race for District 20 as Myrie had no challengers.

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