Statements From Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins and Senator-Elect John Mannion On John’s Election Victory

Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins said, “I congratulate Senator-Elect John Mannion on his impressive win, and I am proud to welcome him to the Senate Democratic Majority. John will be a strong voice for his constituents and joins a large group of Senators representing upstate New York residents. John’s experience and life-long commitment to his community will be invaluable as the Senate Democratic Conference moves forward helping our entire state emerge from this pandemic and economic crisis stronger and better prepared for the future.”

Senator-Elect John Mannion said, “I am humbled to have earned the support of my constituents and honored to serve as the next representative for the 50th Senate District. This isn’t just a victory for my campaign, it’s a win for the hardworking residents of this community and for our entire region. For too long, we have been left behind, and I look forward to working with my Senate Democratic Majority colleagues to ensure this community and communities throughout Upstate receive the state support and investment we deserve. I am grateful to my family, our campaign team, and everyone who helped achieve this win, and I am excited to hit the ground running and get to work.”