Congratulations to Janet Tweed, a worthy candidate and wonderful human being.

The people have spoken and made their choice. The NYS Board of elections has certified the results. Janet won by 77 votes. This primary inspired many to come forth with their passionate support for the candidate they believed had the best chance to defeat the incumbent. Two groups were determined to win this election for their star, with a third group grappling with the decision regarding who might be best; it was the third group that decided.

Although the nature of a primary is such that differences have been exaggerated, and similarities have been diminished and minimally discussed we must, for the first time since 1973, for most of this district, bring a democrat to the assembly for the 102. It is critical that our differences are now diminished and our likenesses, like a love for humanity over profit (for one, pass the NY Health Act!), a concern for the environment and nature, (including halting climate catastrophe), a belief in facts and science, become the platforms from which we, the democrats, will win. We must win, there is no other option for the planet and it’s people.     Peace, Mary