“I am excited to get to work alongside every person in this district to make a real difference in the lives of New Yorkers.

“Each of the candidates in this race raised critical issues that must be addressed in City Hall, Albany and Washington, and I learned so much from them during the primary.

“The contamination of drinking water at Jacob Riis Houses is only the latest sign of neglect afflicting the most vulnerable New Yorkers.

“I look forward to joining forces with leaders, organizers and activists in the days and months ahead, and towards our shared goal of holding  the Democratic majority in the House and Senate so that we can protect our democracy, our fundamental rights, our neighbors, and the future of the planet itself.”