Dear Editor,
I am a labor attorney who cares deeply about working people’s interests and the future of our planet. In my experience representing unions, including Professional Fire Fighters, I have been convinced our current Assemblymember, Didi Barrett, does not share the same values or understand what working people need. That’s why I’m voting for her opponent, Claire Cousin, in the Democratic primary on June 25th.
While in office, Barrett has supported subsidies for the gas industry and accepted money from fossil fuel companies that cause pollution and global warming. This contributes to dangerous conditions for all of us, especially my clients. New York needs to invest in renewable energy because we are almost out of time to protect our precious planet. We need to preserve the environment for our children and grandchildren.
But that’s not what Barrett has championed. Rather than listen to climate activists pushing for action, Barrett panders to corporate interests. She does not advocate for the working people of our district and does not respect or appreciate the interest of first responders like the Professional Fire Fighters I represent.
It’s important that we get fresh new voices in the Assembly and have representatives who know the troubles average New Yorkers are experiencing. Claire Cousin is on the right side of the issues—the people’s side—not the side of corporations. She refuses to be bought and will fight for working people and the environment. That’s why Claire has my vote.
Sincerely yours,
Richard S. Corenthal
Canaan, NY
