PREMIUMBrooklyn's Senate District 22 special election is on May 20! Here's what you need to know
Briefly

The race for New York State Senate District 22 is heating up with early voting commencing ahead of the Special Election on May 20. This election fills the vacancy left by former Senator Simcha Felder. Democratic candidate Sam Sutton, a notable community leader, is the frontrunner, potentially making history as the first Sephardic Jew elected to the Senate. His extensive experience in local healthcare and social services, coupled with strong support from key Democratic figures, positions him well for the upcoming election.
Sam Sutton is regarded as the frontrunner in the special election to represent New York State Senate District 22, hoping to become the first Sephardic Jew in the state senate.
With over 30 years of experience at Sephardic Bikur Holim, Sutton has strong ties to the community and has been instrumental in enhancing local healthcare and social services.
Sutton's grassroots campaigning has garnered him support from numerous high-profile Democratic officials, contributing to his solid position heading into the special election.
The special election for Senate District 22 will fill the seat left vacant by former Senator Simcha Felder and impacts key neighborhoods in South Brooklyn.
Read at Brooklyn Eagle
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