CSEA Announces Statewide Endorsements

ALBANY, NY (01/27/2026) (readMedia)-- The Civil Service Employees Association (CSEA) today announced its endorsement of Gov. Kathy Hochul, Comptroller Tom DiNapoli and Attorney General Letitia James for re-election.

"These endorsements reflect CSEA's support for leaders who consistently work with labor," said CSEA President Mary E. Sullivan. "CSEA looks forward to continuing our partnership to strengthen New York's workforce and build a more stable and affordable future for all."

At a time when public employees across the country face growing threats to pensions, collective bargaining rights and workplace protections, New York has taken a different path. From child care, to health care, to public safety, to retirement security, Governor Hochul has delivered positive results. She strengthened pensions, improved worker safety and invested in services by working with labor.

"Governor Hochul is a proven leader who understands that services New Yorkers rely on depend on a strong workforce," said Sullivan. "Her leadership has delivered real results for working people, retirees and the communities we serve."

"Workers keep this state moving, and I'm grateful to my friend, Mary Sullivan, and the men and women of the Civil Service Employees Association for their commitment to fighting for workers and making their voices heard in this election," said Governor Kathy Hochul. "I'm proud to stand with CSEA in their fight for fair pay, a safe workplace, and a government that always works for working people. From creating good-paying union jobs to making New York more affordable for the families that need it most, we've shown this state what's possible when government and labor work as partners. I'm honored to have CSEA's support in this race and look forward to deepening our partnership as we continue fighting for New Yorkers."

Those results are visible across every region of the state and across nearly every sector represented by CSEA, including in New York City.

"Governor Hochul's decision to step in and support SUNY Downstate Medical Center was a critical act of leadership that protected both patient care and the dedicated workers who keep that institution running," said CSEA Metropolitan Region President Lester Crockett. "Her intervention recognized SUNY Downstate's essential role in Brooklyn's healthcare system and affirmed that public hospitals-and the workers who serve our communities-are worth fighting for."

About CSEA:

The Civil Service Employees Association (CSEA) is one of the largest and most influential unions in New York and the United States. CSEA has about 250,000 members and represents state, county, municipal, school district, child care, and private sector employees. Formed in 1910, CSEA has improved the lives of hardworking New Yorkers for more than 100 years, and is the largest affiliate of the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). For more information, visit cseany.org.