New York State Assembly District 23

Current seat holder: Stacey Pheffer Amato.

Pesach Osina

Democratic (Community First)

Pesach Osina (Democratic Party, Community First Party) is running for election to the New York State Assembly to represent District 23. Osina is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. Osina advanced from the Democratic primary on June 23, 2026.

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“From Fighting Injustice to Fighting for Queens Growing up, I learned early what justice looks like—not in theory, but in real life. My parents were small business owners in the serving elderly residents with dignity and care.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection (2026))
“Now he’s running for State Assembly District 23 to focus on what actually matters: lowering costs, improving public safety, and making sure our community gets the attention it deserves.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection (2026))
“Affordability Families are being squeezed from every direction — insurance, utility bills, and childcare costs keep rising.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection (2026))

Thomas Sullivan

Republican (Conservative, We The People)

Thomas Sullivan was born in New York, New York. He served in the U.S. Army Reserve from 1993 to 2023. He earned a bachelor's degree from Mount Saint Mary's University in 1993, a graduate degree from Mount Saint Mary's University in 1996, and a graduate degree from the United States Army War College in 2018.

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“Education, Economic Development, Financial (Banking), Election Law, Alcoholism and Drug Abuse, Veterans Affairs, and Environmental Conservation.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection (2024))
“I have a diversified background and well educated. I have worked for over 30 years in the financial industry, served 30 years in the United States Army Reserves, a restaurant owner for 10 years, and was a community representative for 5 years.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection (2024))
“Served with competence, honesty, and integrity. Restored a good positive image for our law enforcement agencies, advanced New York States status as a leader in education, and preserved our natural resources for the future generations.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection (2024))