PEF President Spence on Gov. Hochul's selection of Speaker Adams as her running mate

ALBANY, NY (02/04/2026) (readMedia)-- "I was pleased to learn of Governor Kathy Hochul's selection of Former City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams as her candidate for Lieutenant Governor of New York. I have had the opportunity to work with the former speaker on several occasions and found her to be a very serious and knowledgeable leader. As an expert in the operations and finances of the city of New York – the largest city in the United States -- I think Adrienne Adams brings a lot to the table for Governor Hochul. I congratulate Governor Hochul for making such a strong choice and I congratulate Adrienne Adams for her selection. My members and I look forward to hearing their vision for making New York a safer and more affordable place to live as they travel on the campaign trail."

Wayne Spence, President, NYS Public Employees Federation