Eli Northrup

“In this pivotal and dangerous moment in our country’s history, we need leaders at every level of government who are prepared to take on the billionaire class and fight for working families.”

— Sen. Bernie Sanders

“I am proud to endorse Eli Northrup for New York State Assembly to deliver a New York where everyone can afford to live and afford to dream.”

— Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez

“Someone who has shown up before — in service, in their community, in the hard moments. Someone like Eli.”

— Rep. Pat Ryan

“Time and again, he’s chosen service over self-interest.”

— Former Vermont Gov. Howard Dean

“he will be a lion of reform in the Assembly.”

— Zephyr Teachout, attorney and policy advocate

“As a public defender, Eli has spent his career on the front lines standing up to injustice and fighting for affordable housing, community safety, and accountability in government. I trust him to bring that fight up to Albany.”

— Public Advocate Jumaane Williams

“I've worked with Eli Northrup for many years on criminal justice issues, expanding economic opportunities, and fighting for affordable housing.”

— State Sen. Gustavo Rivera

“Eli Northrup's record of advocacy and deep commitment to working-class communities makes him exactly the kind of leader we need in Albany right now.”

— State Sen. John Liu

“In every space, from the courtroom to the State capital, Eli shows up with heart, purpose, and a deep commitment to others.”

— State Sen. Jabari Brisport

“I know Eli will be a principled and passionate advocate for the Upper West Side.”

— State Sen. Julia Salazar

“He’s a true friend, a fierce advocate, and a tireless fighter for justice.”

— Assembly Member Amanda Septimo

“As an Assemblymember representing Brownsville, I am proud to endorse Eli Northrup to represent the Upper West Side in the Assembly.”

— Assembly Member Latrice Walker

“Eli has shown time and time again that he knows how to get results for the people who need him most.”

— Assembly Member Claire Valdez

“That is why I am proud to endorse Eli’s campaign for State Assembly in District 69.”

— Assembly Member Sarahana Shrestha

“He is thoughtful, loyal, and kind.”

— Assembly Member Anna Kelles

“Albany needs more leaders like Eli. He is a dedicated and principled public servant with a focus on making our laws work in the best interests of the people.”

— Assembly Member Andrew Hevesi

“Like me, he spent his career as a public defender fighting for justice and building coalitions to get things done.”

— Assembly Member Gabriella Romero

“I’m proud to endorse Eli and look forward to serving alongside him.”

— Assembly Member Diana Moreno

“He’s the kind of leader who listens first and follows through with bold action and determination.”

— Assembly Member Emily Gallagher

“From our time at NYU, Eli has been a tireless voice for communities left out of the conversation.”

— New Jersey Assembly Member Chigozie Onyema

“He will bring the values, energy, integrity, and know-how Albany needs right now.”

— Former Assembly Member Dick Gottfried

“As a criminal defense lawyer, he has stood up for those without a voice and worked to make our justice system fairer for all.”

— Council Member Harvey Epstein

“Eli brings the kind of integrity and passion for public policy that the Upper West Side needs and deserves.”

— Former Council Member Helen Rosenthal

“UAW Region 9A is proud to endorse Eli Northrup, a public defender and one of our former members, who has always stood by working class New Yorkers in the fight for a better, more just legal system.”

— Jane Fox, chair of UAW's New York City CAP Council and the Legal Aid Society attorney unit of UAW Local 2325

“Eli has a strong track record of fighting for New York’s working families and advocating for things like healthcare reform and housing affordability to ensure that this community can really thrive.”

— Dennis G. Trainor, Vice President, CWA District 1

“Eli understands that strong union jobs are a proven pathway to economic stability for working families.”

— District Council 9

“Eli Northrup is independent from special interests and deeply committed to universal healthcare, affordable housing, and the labor protections we deserve.”

— Soheila Sanchez-Molina, CIR's NY Private Regional Vice President

“we are proud to endorse candidates who share our commitment to protecting public healthcare, supporting frontline workers, and ensuring that every patient can access high-quality care.”

— Dr. Frances Quee, President of Doctors Council

“This, coupled with his clear commitment to clean energy, resilient infrastructure, and improving the quality of life for working families will make Eli a strong voice for climate action in Albany and we are proud to endorse his candidacy for the New York State Assembly.”

— Julie Tighe, President of the New York League of Conservation Voters

“We were highly impressed by his candidacy and professional track record then and remain so today.”

— Citizens Union

“His leadership and unwavering commitment to racial and social justice are exactly what we need in the Assembly, and we’re proud to stand with him.”

— Carolyn Martinez-Class and Rebecca Garrard, co-executive directors of Citizen Action of New York

“Open New York is proud to endorse Eli, and we're ready to help him win.”

— Annemarie Gray, executive director of Open New York

“We are so proud to announce that Sunrise Movement NYC will be carrying over our previous endorsement of Eli Northrup for Assembly District 69.”

— Michael Magazine, on behalf of Sunrise Movement NYC

“The Jewish Vote is proud to endorse Eli Northrup for NY State Assembly District 69.”

— The Jewish Vote

“Eli’s longtime experience as a public defender gives him crucial insight into our justice system and the issues it raises for our community, and we’re very confident that he’ll leverage his background and organizing experience to fight for working-class New Yorkers in Albany.”

— Rob Solano, founder and executive director of CUFFH Action

“This is a chance for tenants to get a strong advocate in Albany, which is why we are excited to endorse Eli Northrup.”

— MET Council Action

“Run for Something is proud to endorse Eli as part of our latest class of young leaders working to secure lasting change in their communities.”

— Amanda Litman, co-founder and president of Run for Something

“We see Eli as exactly what we urgently need in the Assembly.”

— Rebecca Saletan, founding member of Indivisible Harlem

“His passion for the environment and openness to youth voices make him the candidate we’ve been waiting for.”

— Zuzu Qadeer, Political Director of TREEage

“Native Action NYC is proud to endorse Eli Northrup for State Assembly.”

— Native Action NYC

“Voters for Animal Rights is proud to endorse Eli Northrup for State Assembly because of his strong commitment to animal welfare and human rights for the people of New York.”

— Voters for Animal Rights

“Today, NYIC Action is excited to announce a slate of candidates for State Assembly who will fight to ensure that ALL New Yorkers can thrive!”

— New York Immigration Coalition Action

“Eli has spent his career fighting for those who need it most, and he will continue to do so as an Assemblymember.”

— The Campaign for New York Health

“Eli has strength of character, energy, and experience. AD 69 needs him!”

— Third Act NYC

“He will be a great successor to Micah Lasher not only as a true representative of our community, but also as a relentless opponent of Republicans' fascism.”

— Three Parks Independent Democrats

“Broadway Democrats is proud to stand with Eli Northrup in his campaign for State Assembly.”

— Broadway Democrats

“Eli Northrup will be that ally in Albany, fighting to ensure equality, dignity, and opportunity for all.”

— Stonewall Democrats of NYC

“we need leaders like Eli who are willing to step up and fight for affordable communities.”

— Jovan C. Richards, President of New York State Young Democrats

“With over a decade of service to working-class communities, we know he will be a principled leader who prioritizes our Latino communities.”

— Jamey Battle, President of Latino Democrats of NYC

“The Lincoln Center Democrats are proud to endorse Eli Northrup”

— Lincoln Center Democrats

“He is experienced and knowledgeable on education issues, and we are convinced he will work hard to support, protect & strengthen our public schools.”

— NYC Kids PAC

“Tenants in the 69th Assembly District deserve a champion in Albany who will consistently stand up for them and their rights.”

— Esteban Giron, political director of Tenants PAC

“now more than ever, we need state leaders who will advance bold policies and actions to further New York’s legacy as a leader in protecting and expanding access to care.”

— Robin Chapelle Golston, Chair of the PAC

“As someone who gets around by public transit and bike, he's pledged to be a clear voice for fast and free buses in the Assembly”

— StreetsPAC