Endorsements

New York State Teachers

NYS Assemblyman Fred Thiele

"The East End needs a strong voice in Albany to continue the progress we have made on issues such as the environment, climate change, transportation, and housing. That voice must possess the temperament, maturity, and leadership skills needed to get things done. Tommy John Schiavoni is that voice. I have known Tommy John since his Dad coached my youth baseball team in Sag Harbor back in the 1960's. His training as a teacher and experience as a Town Councilman give him the needed qualifications to represent our district. The choice is clear: Tommy John Schiavoni for the State Assembly in the 1st District."

US Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer

"A native son of the East End, Tommy John Schiavoni has been serving Long Island for decades – as a public educator, a village trustee, a school board member, and as a town councilman. Tommy John Schiavoni has the experience and the know-how to effectively advocate for the residents of New York’s 1st Assembly District in Albany, and I am proud to endorse his campaign."

New York State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli

“Tommy John Schiavoni has been serving his community his entire adult life . . . 32 years as a History and Government Teacher, on multiple municipal boards, in his local Fire Department and for the last 6 years as a Southampton Town Councilman with a strong record of fiscal responsibility. This kind of commitment and experience will give Tommy John a strong voice for AD1 in the New York State Assembly.”

Suffolk County Legislator Ann Welker

“As a Southampton Trustee and now as a Suffolk County legislator, I’ve had the opportunity to work with Tommy John Schiavoni on environmental projects at every level for years. His commitment to clean water, renewable energy and sustainable housing and businesses has remained steadfast since he was first elected to office. I know in Albany he will continue these efforts to protect the East End’s natural resources, and I look forward to working together with him in this regard.”

Southold Town Supervisor Al Krupski

“Tommy John’s roots are here on the East End. He knows the issues that impact families from Orient to Eastport. As a Southampton Town Councilman, he understands the importance of preserving farmland, open space and what’s best about our communities. I’m proud to endorse Tommy John Schiavoni for NYS Assembly District 1.”

East Hampton Town Supervisor Kathee Burke-Gonzalez

“As East Hampton Town Supervisor, I’ve had the privilege of working closely with Councilman Tommy John Schiavoni on the many issues that unite our East End communities. Tommy John is tireless, dedicated, and deeply knowledgeable about the challenges we face. His passion for public service and his proven experience make him the strong, effective voice we need in the State Assembly. I’m confident he’ll represent us all with the same unwavering commitment he’s shown to our towns."

Southampton Town Supervisor Maria Moore

“Tommy John Schiavoni is the dedicated and knowledgeable leader the East End needs in Albany. His passion for history and government, combined with his deep understanding of the issues affecting our communities, make him the ideal advocate for New York's 1st Assembly District. With a steadfast commitment to land and historic preservation, water quality, affordable housing, and public safety, Tommy John Schiavoni is poised to effectively represent and fight for the priorities of the East End.”

Former NY-1 Congressman Tim Bishop

“The Schiavoni family has served our community on the East End for generations, and Tommy John continues that legacy. He taught for 30 years in the Center Moriches School District, volunteered as a 1st Responder and now, as a Southampton Town Councilman, he fights to protect our waters, our tax dollars and our way of life. I am confident he will continue his outstanding record as an elected official in the NYS Assembly.”

Former Suffolk County Legislator Bridget Fleming

“Having served as a Suffolk County Legislator, I have had the pleasure of working with Tommy John Schiavoni on various initiatives benefiting East End communities, and I am confident that his tenure as Southampton Town Councilman, community ties, and network of East End leadership relationships position him as the ideal candidate to represent us effectively in Albany.”

Former Southampton Town Supervisor Jay Schneiderman

“I served on the Southampton Town Board with Tommy John Schiavoni for 6 years. Tommy John has deep roots in this community. He also has deep convictions to the issues that matter to the East End. We worked together on land preservation, pedestrian improvements, workforce housing, and tax relief for seniors. Tommy John also fought hard for our Volunteer fire and ambulance departments. Tommy John Schiavoni will be a strong voice for us in the NY State Assembly.”

Suffolk County Legislator Steve Englebright

“As a member of the Suffolk County Legislature and former Chair of the New York Assembly Committee on Environmental Conservation, I confidently endorse Tommy John Schiavoni, a former student of mine at Stony Brook University, to tackle Long Island's ecological issues. Tommy John is uniquely qualified to represent Assembly District 1 and advance the East End's environmental interests.”