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2023 Local Candidate Endorsements
We are excited to have made our first ever endorsements of local candidates for public office in Beacon and Dutchess County! We evaluated each candidate through the lens of our climate justice-centered policy platform — the Beautiful Futures Campaign.
These candidates (all running for re-election) are committed to helping us fight for our priorities in local legislative bodies in order to co-create a more beautiful future for all of us. Want to volunteer with BCAN to support our endorsed candidates this election cycle? Sign up here.
DUTCHESS COUNTY LEGISLATOR (DIST. 16)
Yvette Valdés Smith
"I stand with BCAN’s mission to make our communities socioeconomically just for all and to make sure we are offering environmental protections and solutions. Together, we will be able to provide legislation that connects and strengthens communities."
BEACON CITY COUNCIL (WARD 4)
Dan Aymar-Blair
"BCAN is mobilizing Beacon and the Hudson Valley in the fight for climate justice. Their work advocating for electrification has already been transformative. That's why I'm honored and excited to have BCAN's support and look forward to fighting by their side for a better world."
BEACON CITY COUNCIL (AT-LARGE)
Paloma Wake
"I was proud to be an advocate and collaborator on Beacon’s model Electric Buildings legislation alongside BCAN and our partners. BCAN’s Beautiful Futures campaign is an inspiring vision for our region. I look forward to building this future alongside our shared communities."
POUGHKEEPSIE CITY COUNCIL (WARD 8)
Megan Deichler
"I hope to work with partners like BCAN to advance legislation that addresses our climate emergency, as well as Poughkeepsie-specific issues such as replacing lead water pipes, addressing housing affordability, and updating our infrastructure for a more healthy, sustainable future."