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Rockland Democrats Announce Four County-wide Candidates for 2024

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ROCKLAND COUNTY, NY – A large gathering of supporters braved cold temperatures, high winds and snow squalls, to join Rockland Democratic Committee Chair Schenley Vital as he announced a slate of four county wide candidates running for public office in 2024: Judge Rachel Tanguay for New York State Supreme Court Justice, Hon. Donna Gorman Silberman for re-election as the Rockland County Clerk, Judge David Ascher for Rockland County Court Judge and Judge Djinsad Desir for Rockland County Court Judge.

Judge Tanguay seeks election to the New York State Supreme Court, Ninth Judicial District, a court that handles a variety of civil law cases. She currently serves as a Rockland County Family Court Judge and Acting Supreme Court Justice. Judge Tanguay has presided over Family Court matters since 2016, and prior to that was Principal Law Clerk to the Hon. Sherri L. Eisenpress, now elected to the New York State Supreme Court. Judge Tanguay previously ran her own law practice handling family and civil law cases, as well as worked for a local law firm.

County Clerk Donna Gorman Silberman is running for re-election as the Rockland County Clerk, having served in that position since 2021. Ms. Silberman has implemented many new services, including a new public access counter making access to the County Clerk’s Office services easier than ever before. She has enhanced the electronic filing system so that users can access 80% of all documents filed in the office online 24 hours a day. Within the next few months, Ms. Silberman will be launching her newly created mobile passport office.

Judge David Ascher seeks election to the Rockland County Court, a court that hears felony criminal matters. He currently serves as a Clarkstown Town Justice, as well as running a busy law practice in New City, NY since 2005. Judge Ascher has presided over a variety of criminal and civil cases filed in Clarkstown since becoming a Town Justice in 2015. He also previously worked as a Village Prosecutor and Assistant District Attorney, both in Rockland County.

Judge Djinsad Desir also seeks election to the Rockland County Court. He currently serves as a Ramapo Town Justice, while working as Principal Law Clerk to the Honorable Larry Schwartz, who presided over the Rockland County Court from 2017-2023 and is now elected to the New York State Supreme Court. Judge Desir also served as a Spring Valley Village Justice from 2013-2021. As a local Justice, Judge Desir has presided over criminal and civil cases filed in both the Village of Spring Valley and the Town of Ramapo. Prior to working for the court system, Judge Desir worked as an Associate Attorney for Vernon & Ginsburg in New York City and as a Staff Attorney for the Legal Aid Society of Rockland County.

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PHOTOS: Rockland County Executive Ed Day Hosts Fundraiser, Announces Re-Election Bid to Enthusiastic Supporters

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ROCKLAND COUNTY, NY – Supporters gathered in full force as Rockland County Executive Ed Day officially launched his campaign for re-election to a room full of supporters. Check out some photos below.

Watch County Executive Ed Day’s 2021 Victory Speech Below

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Clarkstown Supervisor George Hoehmann Announced His Re-Election Campaign

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February 24, 2025

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New City, NY — (02/21/25) Clarkstown Supervisor George Hoehmann (R,C-New City) formally announced his re-election last night in front of a packed house of nearly 200 supporters in New City. Hoehmann has served as Supervisor since 2015 and previously was an elected member of the town board and appointed member of the planning board. Hoehmann, a Clarkstown native, is running to continue his proven bipartisanship track record of delivering on behalf of all residents of the Town of Clarkstown.

Supervisor George Hoehmann stated, “It has been the honor of a lifetime to serve as Clarkstown Supervisor. I have dedicated all my efforts to serving Clarkstown as a bipartisan problem solver who gets things done. From cracking down on illegal housing, to keeping our town finances in check, to keeping our families safe with the top ranked police department in the state, expanding our parks and recreation offerings for all residents, protecting and improving our environment, securing record grant funding for major infrastructure work – there is a lot for our residents and taxpayers to be proud of, and we are just getting started. I will work hard through November to earn each and every vote for re-election. I would be honored to have your vote.”

Congressman Michael V. Lawler stated, “Supervisor George Hoehmann and I work together on a daily basis for the betterment of every resident in Clarkstown. George knows what needs to get done in town and works non-stop to keep Clarkstown a great place to live, work and raise a family. I fully endorse and urge all to support George in his re-election.”

Senator Bill Weber stated, “Supervisor George Hoehmann works tirelessly for the Town of Clarkstown. He gets things done. We have a strong working relationship focused on helping all residents of the town. It is without hesitation that I endorse and support George in his re-election campaign. ”

County Executive Ed Day stated, “George Hoehmann delivers results for Clarkstown. We are strong partners who work together every day to protect the taxpayers and residents of Clarkstown. George has my complete support and endorsement to keep serving as Supervisor. I look forward to running with him this November and ask all to cast their vote for Supervisor George Hoehmann.”

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