Uptown Community Democrats

UPCOMING!

GET VOTE-READY MANHATTAN!

The week of Monday Oct 5 - Friday Oct 9 is our Voter Registration & Education Week. All members are asked to follow the Vote-Ready flyer's steps and also distribute the flyer to friends & neighbors. We will be including this flyer at all upcoming Voter Registration events.

Thank you to all the volunteers who engaged the community about Voter Registration on Tue, Sept 15! We are organizing a UCD Voter Registration & Education table for the Oct 17th No Kings Rally & Day of Action planned in Northern Manhattan with Inwood Indivisible. We are also planning another Voter Registration Day before October 24th, date TBA.

Volunteer for Voter Registration Days: Click here!

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COALITION PARTY!

Thank you to everyone who came to our party last night (Sat, Oct 3) at Tryon Public House. Welcome to all our new members! We celebrated our Primary prep & election work & organized for the upcoming election!

CROSS-DISTRICT GOTV!

Sign up for the bus on Oct 17 to canvass for Cait Conley in NY-17 (Westchester) or sign up for postcard writing to support her at Buunni on Haven Ave & 168th Street.

JUDGES ON BALLOT!

Scroll below to see the list of judges we are supporting in November. The Judicial nominating season has come to close! If vacancies open up our Judicial & Legal Affairs Committee will let us know! Notes can be found on our dedicated web page, click here.

OCT MEETING (zoom)

Join us on Thu, Oct 22nd at 6:30pm for our monthly membership meeting. Find out more on our Calendar Page. To review our Sept meeting's minutes, click here. Visit our Campaign Page for announcements & more actions.

ELECTION DAY IS TUE, NOV 3RD

Let's re-elect Senator Robert Jackson! Let's elect Darializa Avila-Chevalier for Congress!

Let's elect Supreme Court Judges Hasa Kingo, Kathleen Waterman-Marshall & Christopher Chin!

Let's elect Civil Court Judges Karen Cortes & Matthew Levy!

National Voter Registration Day

Tue, Sep 15

Last Dat to Register

Sat, Oct 24

Mail-In Ballot Request Deadline

Sat, Oct 24

Election Day

Tue, Nov 3

SUPREME COURT JUDGE

HASA KINGO

KATHLEEN WATERMAN-MARHSALL

Hasa Kingo has been elected to fill the first judicial vacancy for a 1st Supreme Court District seat. Vote for Hasa in November!

KATHLEEN WATERMAN-MARHSALL

Kathleen Waterman-Marshall has been elected to fill the second judicial vacancy for the 1st Supreme Court District seat. Vote for Kathleen in November!

CHRISTOPHER CHIN

KATHLEEN WATERMAN-MARHSALL

CHRISTOPHER CHIN

Christopher Chin has been elected to fill the third judicial vacancy for the 1st Supreme Court District seat. Vote for Christopher in November!

CIVIL COURT JUDGE

KAREN CORTES

Karen Cortes has been elected to fill the first judicial vacancy for a 7th Municipal District Civil Court seat. Vote for Karen in November!

MATTHEW LEVY

KAREN CORTES

Matthew Levy has been elected to fill the second judicial vacancy for the recently added 7th Municipal District Civil Court seat. Vote for Matthew in November!

PRIMARY RESULTS!

SENATOR ROBERT JACKSON

DARIALIZA AVILA CHEVALIER

Robert Jackson is our Primary winner for STATE SENATE NY-31!

Vote for Robert in November!

DARIALIZA AVILA CHEVALIER

Darializa Avila Chevalier is our Primary winner for CONGRESSIONAL NY-13! Vote for Darializa in November!

STATE COMMITTEE

NOBLES CRAWFORD

Nobles Crawford has been re-elected as our (M) STATE COMMITTEE NY-71 representative!

MARIA LUNA

NOBLES CRAWFORD

Maria Luna has been

re-elected as our (F) STATE COMMITTEE NY-71 representative!

JUDCIAL DELEGATES

Congratulations to our 71st AD Judicial Delegates,

Elected to attend the 2026 Judicial Convention:

Earnestine Bell Temple, Maria A. Luna, Johanna Garcia, Rita Miller, Jackie Rowe Adams, Nancy Brown, Carmen I. Grunion De Rojas, Susan Southwell, Dolores Leito

Congratulations to our 71st AD Alternate Judicial Delegates,

Elected to attend the 2026 Judicial Convention:

Carolyn McBain, Mark S. Hamburgh, Bruce Robertson, Patricia Scarborough, Romula Jimenez, Obinna Carl Unegbu, Valeria Settles, Danneris M. Hernandez, Nicholas Lyndon, Nidal Safi, Cecilia Hall

Congratulations to our 72nd AD Alternate Judicial Delegate,

Elected to attend the 2026 Judicial Convention:

Paloma Lara

OCT 5 - 9

Post this flyer in your building and on social media. Send an email/text message to your friends! You can also sign up to volunteer for our next voter registration table.

VOTE-READY FLYER!

STEP 1

REGISTER/UPDATE

STEP 2

CHECK YOUR STATUS

Confirm that your registration is active and your information is current. Click here!

STEP 3

FIND WHERE TO VOTE

Look up your Early Voting and Election Day sites and view your sample ballot. Click here!

Statement from UCD on the 2026 PrimarY

En español: Declaración de UCD sobre las elecciones primarias de 2026

UCD Members & Friends,

Miembros y amistades de UCD,

Uptown Community Democrats proudly congratulates Darializa Avila Chevalier on her historic victory in the Democratic primary for New York’s 13th Congressional District, and State Senator Robert Jackson on his decisive re-election victory in the 31st State Senate District.

Uptown Community Democrats felicita con enorme orgullo a Darializa Avila Chevalier por su histórica victoria en la primaria demócrata del Distrito Congresional 13 de Nueva York, y al Senador Estatal Robert Jackson por su contundente triunfo de reelección en el Distrito Senatorial 31.

Together, these victories mark an extraordinary moment for Upper Manhattan and the Bronx. Darializa’s win is a powerful and joyful milestone, one that puts her on the path to becoming the first woman of Dominican heritage ever elected to the United States Congress. Senator Jackson’s victory is equally meaningful: a resounding affirmation of his decades of principled leadership, his deep commitment to public education, tenants, working families, and immigrant communities, and his unwavering record of standing up for the people of Northern Manhattan and the Northwest Bronx.

Estas dos victorias marcan un momento extraordinario para el Alto Manhattan y el Bronx. El triunfo de Darializa es un logro poderoso, alegre e histórico, que la coloca en camino a convertirse en la primera mujer de ascendencia dominicana electa al Congreso de los Estados Unidos. La victoria del Senador Jackson también tiene un significado profundo: es una afirmación clara de décadas de liderazgo con principios, de su compromiso con la educación pública, los inquilinos, las familias trabajadoras y las comunidades inmigrantes, y de su firme trayectoria defendiendo al pueblo del Norte de Manhattan y el Noroeste del Bronx.

Uptown Community Democrats is deeply proud to have played a pivotal role in both campaigns. More than 100 UCD members volunteered their time, energy, and heart to help elect Darializa Avila Chevalier and re-elect Senator Robert Jackson. From knocking doors and making calls to speaking with neighbors in their buildings and at poll sites, our members showed what people-powered politics looks like.

Uptown Community Democrats se siente profundamente orgulloso de haber desempeñado un papel clave en ambas campañas. Más de 100 miembros de UCD dedicaron su tiempo, su energía y su corazón para ayudar a elegir a Darializa Avila Chevalier y reelegir al Senador Robert Jackson. Tocando puertas, haciendo llamadas, conversando con vecinos en sus edificios y acompañando a votantes en los centros de votación, nuestra membresía demostró lo que significa hacer política desde la gente y para la gente.

The numbers make clear the strength of that organizing. Of Darializa’s 32,790 total votes, 14,355 came from the 71st and 72nd Assembly Districts combined, 43.8% of her total vote. That is a clear measure of UCD’s organizing strength and GOTV power. For Senator Robert Jackson, we delivered 14,808 votes across those same two Assembly Districts, further showing the important role our Political Club played in moving voters and helping drive results where it mattered.

Los números hablan con claridad sobre la fuerza de esa organización. De los 32,790 votos obtenidos por Darializa, 14,355 salieron de los Distritos Asamblearios 71 y 72 combinados, lo que representa el 43.8% de su voto total. Esa cifra refleja la fuerza organizativa de UCD y nuestra capacidad de movilizar votantes cuando más cuenta. En el caso del Senador Robert Jackson, logramos aportar 14,808 votos en esos mismos dos Distritos Asamblearios, reafirmando el papel importante de nuestro club político en mover al electorado y ayudar a producir resultados decisivos.

We also extend our gratitude to the partners who stood shoulder to shoulder in this effort, including Inwood Indivisible, the Democratic Socialists of America — particularly the Bronx and Upper Manhattan Chapter — and Justice Democrats. Together, we built a coalition rooted in community, solidarity, and a belief that our neighborhoods deserve bold, principled representation.

También expresamos nuestro agradecimiento a los aliados que caminaron hombro con hombro en este esfuerzo, incluyendo a Inwood Indivisible, Democratic Socialists of America —particularmente el capítulo del Bronx y el Alto Manhattan— y Justice Democrats. Juntos construimos una coalición arraigada en la comunidad, la solidaridad y la convicción de que nuestros vecindarios merecen una representación valiente, digna y con principios.

This election was also a clear rejection of the racist, anti-Black, and anti-Haitian campaign tactics used by the outgoing Congress member and his allies. Voters sent an unmistakable message: those who attempt to divide our communities with vile attacks will be held accountable. Our district is strongest when we stand together across race, ethnicity, language, religion, and national origin.

Esta elección también fue un claro rechazo a las tácticas racistas, antinegras y antihaitianas utilizadas por el congresista saliente y sus aliados. El electorado envió un mensaje firme: quienes intenten dividir a nuestras comunidades con ataques viles tendrán que rendir cuentas. Nuestro distrito es más fuerte cuando caminamos unidos por encima de raza, etnicidad, idioma, religión y país de origen.

Darializa Avila Chevalier’s historic victory, Senator Jackson’s continued leadership, and the extraordinary mobilization of our members and partners show that the future of our community is bright. Uptown Community Democrats looks forward to continuing the work of building a more just, inclusive, and hopeful future for Upper Manhattan, the Northwest Bronx, and all New Yorkers.

La histórica victoria de Darializa Avila Chevalier, el liderazgo continuo del Senador Jackson y la extraordinaria movilización de nuestra membresía y nuestros aliados demuestran que el futuro de nuestra comunidad tiene fuerza, claridad y esperanza. Uptown Community Democrats continuará trabajando para construir un futuro más justo, inclusivo y esperanzador para el Alto Manhattan, el Noroeste del Bronx y todos los neoyorquinos.

In Solidarity,

En solidaridad,
Johanna Garcia & Edwin Rosario Mazara

Johanna Garcia & Edwin Rosario Mazara
Co-Presidents

Co-Presidentes

Graham Ciraulo
Political Committee Chair

Presidente del Comité Político

Uptown Community Democrats
uptowncommunitydems@gmail.com
www.UCDnyc.com

LAST YEAR!

THANK YOU TO EVERYONE!

UCD members & our Northern Manhattan network teamed up with Zohran Mamdani's campaign and we had record-breaking voter turn out and delivered up to 38+ votes for Mamdani over his competition.

The judges we vetted for our county's Supreme Court & our local Civil Court won with impressive support. Congratulations to Supreme Court Judges Judy Kim, Suzanne Adams, James Clynes, Deborah Kaplan and UCD's very own Civil Court Judge Onya Brinson! Thank you to everyone who attended, aided in the organizing of & ran for or was part of the elected Judicial Delegation. A special thank you to everyone who ran for County Committee. When our County Committee members were summoned to vote for a candidate, we showed up and supported our Northern Manhattan coalition-candidate - Onya Brinson.

We welcome all our newly elected/re-elected city officials:

Mayor Zohran Mamdani

District Attorney Alvin Bragg

Public Advocate Jumanne William

Comptroller Mark Levine

Borough President Brad Hoylman-Sigal

Thank you to everyone who knocked on doors, campaigned at the farmers markets & encouraged everyone to vote early or on election day. Together we secured a bright future for our city!

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About Us

Who We Are

Our Mission

Uptown Community Democrats offers a political home to Northern Manhattan residents, where the ambitions, creativity, dreams, needs, and wants of the community will find expression, develop social cohesion, and translate into action for the greater good. JOIN US!

Our Mission

The Club's mission is to nurture new leadership for Northern Manhattan, instill ethics and a sense of shared purpose in its members, and promote and support accountable, honest, and transparent political leadership for Northern Manhattan and New York. JOIN US!

Our Work

Our Mission

Our Work

Help us "Get Out The Vote". Get to know your neighbors. Meet the candidates on your ballot. Help canvas for campaigns. Learn about the legislative body of NYC. Run for Manhattan Democratic County Committee positions. Run for political office. Be an informed voter.! JOIN US!

COMMUNITY FIRST, INCLUSION & COURAGE!

• We believe people are the foundation of power. We work together to empower our neighbors through civic activity and advocacy.

• We welcome all neighbors to engage in our democracy. Our diverse perspectives are our strength, and our decisions are made collectively, collaboratively, and candidly.

• We are ethical, transparent, and courageous. We foster a culture where independence is valued.

71st & 72nd ASSEMBLY DISTRICT

71st AD

A coalition of Upper Manhattan Democrats, working with Tioga Carter Democratic Club & Audubon Reform Democrats.

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72nd AD

71st AD

Working with community organizations, including Inwood Indivisible, in the most northern region of Manhattan Island.

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MEMBERSHIP!

Members of the Uptown Community Democrats must:

• Live in the 71st or 72nd Assembly District and/or 7th Council District.

• Be an enrolled voter in the Democratic party, or be ineligible to vote & subscribes to the ideals of the Democratic party.

• Be at least 14 years old and subscribe to the goals and purposes set forth in Article 2 of the By-Laws.

ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP DUES

Basic $20

Sponsor $50

Patron $100

Senior, Student & Low Income $10

» Dues are not a barrier to membership «

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LEADERSHIP

Honorable Robert Jackson

Honorable Nobles Crawford

NY State Senator [Dist. 31],

71st AD Dist. Leader, Part A

From School Board President, where he walked 150 miles to Albany to bring attention to educational inequality, to serving for 12 years on the City Council, now our New York State Senator (District 31). Robert Jackson takes on the tough fights for New Yorkers again and again… and never backs down.

Honorable Nobles Crawford

NY Democratic State Committee

[M] 71st AD

When you meet Nobles, it's clear where he stands on policies and our party's approach to them. Be it local matters or Federal challenges, Nobles is unwavering in his progressive support of key issues that directly affect the constituents of Harlem and Washington Heights within the Democratic Party.

Co-President

Vice President

Co-President

Johanna Garcia

Co-President

Vice President

Co-President

Edwin Rosario Mazara

Vice President

Ned Klein

Treasurer

Paul Stewart-Stand

Secretary Core

Membership: Edgar "Divino" Tavarez
Recording: Jennyfer Almanzar
Corresponding: Nik Castronova

Executive Members

Carolyn Murtaugh, Christopher Hazeltine, Jackie Rowe-Adams, Janet McDowell, Joanna Katz, Karla Fisk, Kotie Cannon, Mio Alba, Nick Lyndon, and Nina Bernstein

Committee Chairpersons

Membership: Chair Carolyn Murtaugh

Fundraising: Chair Dana Hockenbury

Programming: Chair Vacant

Political: Graham Ciraulo

Communications: Chair Nik Castronova

Legal Affairs: Chair Paul Stewart-Stand

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