Diana Moreno
Diana Moreno is proud to represent the 36th Assembly District in Queens, which includes the neighborhoods of Astoria and Long Island City. She assumed office on Feb. 4, 2026, less than twenty-four hours after winning a special election. Like many of her neighbors, Diana is an immigrant New Yorker.
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“I am a Queens mom, immigrant, organizer, and the Assemblymember for Astoria and Long Island City. I ran for office to fight for working families and ensure that everyone, regardless of income or background, has the opportunity to thrive.”
(Ballotpedia Candidate Connection (2026)) “Universal No-Cost Childcare: Every family deserves access to high-quality childcare regardless of income. I am fighting for universal no-cost childcare because no parent should have to choose between raising their children and making ends meet.”
(Ballotpedia Candidate Connection (2026)) “Protect Immigrants & Abolish ICE: Queens is one of the most diverse communities in the world, and I am committed to protecting immigrant communities from attacks on their rights and dignity. I support New York For All, ending cooperation between New York State and ICE, and building a future where immigrant families can live safely and thrive without fear.”
(Ballotpedia Candidate Connection (2026))Edward Lee
Edward Lee's career experience includes working as an activist. Edward Lee Lee is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026.
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“Our children are taught to find the slope of a line so they can understand how to MAXIMIZE PROFITS FOR THE BOSS, but neither they nor you know how to IMPROVE the QUALITY of the FOOD that they get at school! What is more important then the food they eat for their physical and mental development?”
(Ballotpedia Candidate Connection (2026)) “I stand FOR RESPONSIBLE and REDUCED government spending, transparency, and REAL JUSTICE (not funding Not for Profit Executives)”
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