Democrat George Latimer, Congressional Candidate for the 16th District in New York, has been endorsed by Community Leader Ken Jenkins, adding to his roster of supporters and growing coalition ahead of the democratic primary. Jenkins, who currently serves as Deputy County Executive in Westchester County, has been a pillar in Westchester for decades serving as a County Legislator representing Yonkers for four terms, Chairman of the County Board of Legislators from 2010-2013, in addition to President of the Yonkers Branch of the NAACP.
Ken has long been active in the Democratic Party in Westchester, having served as Chairman of the Yonkers Democratic Committee and Chairman of the Black Democrats of Westchester. He also served as Secretary of the Westchester County Democratic Committee, as well as on its Executive Committee.
“I am humbled to receive the support of my dear friend and colleague Ken Jenkins, a staunch leader in our community who has dedicated his life to public service, and I look forward to continuing our work together to bring critical resources and opportunities to Westchester and Bronx families,” said NY-16 Congressional Candidate George Latimer.
“I am proud of the grassroots campaign we are building – voters are tired of rhetoric and performative politics – they want a representative in Washington who will bring common sense solutions and fight for families across the district.”
“George is an exceptional leader who has dedicated more than three decades to fighting for working New Yorkers,” said Westchester Deputy County Executive Ken Jenkins. “From protecting women’s reproductive rights to investing in our infrastructure, fighting MAGA extremists, supporting small business and creating safer communities, we need a leader who will safeguard our human rights, protect our democracy and ensure local programs and initiatives get fully funded. It has been an incredible honor to work alongside George for 7 years and experiencing his commitment to public service first hand. I am confident that George will be a unifier in Congress who puts people ahead of politics and drives real common sense solutions.”
