‘We can’t afford the spending and some of the policies that my opponent has rubber stamped. I don’t think a lot of voters know how this is happening, but they want it to stop.’
By Lanning Taliaferro | Rivertowns Patch
YONKERS, NY — In 2024’s general election, residents of the Hudson Valley will be voting for federal, state and local officials. In anticipation, Patch asked candidates in the region’s contested races to answer questions about their campaigns and will be publishing candidate profiles as election day draws near.
John Isaac is challenging Nader Sayegh for the NY State Assembly seat in District 90.
Name: John Isaac
Town of residence: Yonkers New York
Education: Securities License, Bachelor of Scienc in math.
Age: 58
Occupation: Financial Planner (31 years)
Campaign website, social media: www.isaac4assembly90.com
Why are you seeking this office?
I am here for the love of my family, my God and my adopted country.
I am so passionate about ensuring that every New Yorker has the opportunity to build a better life for themselves and their families
What are the major differences between you and the other candidates seeking this post? What other issues are you addressing during your campaign?
1– Opposition to New York State, and the taxpayers, spending $5 billion on services for migrants who have entered the country illegally and are now seeking asylum.
“We are paying for hotels, meals and debit cards for people who did not come here legally. I came to this country legally -I came here as a legal immigrant, and I think everyone should come here legally.
2-Opposition to Proposition One, and to a proposal to allow high school boys to play on girls high school teams.
“I support saving Girl Sports, and I agree with the state Athletic Administrators Association who are “adamantly opposed and rightfully concerned about the potential physical, mental, and liability implications for school districts, community members, families, and specifically, female athletes.
“These implications could include increased risk of injury, unfair competition, and potential loss of opportunities in their respective sports,” regarding Mixed Competition.
“Our athletic directors know what is best, and they believe that sports are being invaded by politics. Let’s forget the politics, this election is all about the people.”
3-More support for the Police and ending cashless bail. “While crime remains under control in Yonkers, we need to back law enforcement more so that we can lower crime. I also want to repeal the Bail Reform Law that has created a revolving door for repeat offenders walking in and out of court.”
4-Opposition to congestion pricing: “I stand with the vast majority of Westchester voters in strong opposition to the Congestion Pricing Tax. Residents of the 90th Assembly District are overburdened by the highest taxes in America and a sky-high cost of living, and further punishing thousands of Yonkers commuters for simply going to work is outrageous.”
“In one of his very first votes, my opponent Nader Sayegh rubber-stamped this punitive, regressive tax. This June, Governor Hochul canceled the implementation of the tax in order to protect him from this unpopular scheme.
Now we hear she may reimpose this tax after the election, but Nader Sayegh can’t have it both ways. He owes the voters an explanation: does Nader Sayegh support the Congestion Pricing Tax or not?”
What accomplishments in your past would you cite as evidence you can handle this job?
“For the past 31 years I have been managing my clients $50M plus in assets & millions of $$ in protection portfolio.”
What is the best advice anyone ever gave you?
“[Always be] well aware of public’s funds and maintain high standards of compliance.”
Is there anything else you would like voters to know about yourself and your positions?
“I am not a career politician. I think Albany is broken, and the policies that we have been getting from the democratic supermajorities are making it harder for all of us to raise a family. We can’t afford the spending and some of the policies that my opponent has rubber stamped. We can do better.
“I came to America at the age of 19. He has lived in Yonkers for 17 years and has two grown children.
“I am running based on an overall theme that Yonkers residents can’t afford the failed politics coming from Albany for another 2 years.
“My opponent has been a rubber stamp in Albany for all of these policies that are hurting our communities. I don’t think a lot of voters know how this is happening, but they want it to stop. I won’t be a rubber stamp.
“The question that voters will answer when they go to the polls on November 5 is do they want to vote for change-and take a different path? Based on my experiences in Yonkers, there is no real sense in Albany about what is going on here and what everyday New Yorkers are going through.
“We can do better. That is why I’m running for Assembly. I want to go to Albany and make a change. I’m not a career politician, and I don’t want to be one. And I can’t be a rubber stamp, I care too much about my community.
I am a member of the Asian American Republican Committee and the Indian-American Chamber of Commerce, I want to be a voice of reason for them. I think a lot of voters are tired of the same old democratic supermajority in Albany. We can’t afford it anymore.
“I’m worried that my children and grandchildren won’t have the same opportunities I had. I want everyone to have a chance at the American dream.”
One thing is certain. John Isaac is giving the voters in Yonkers a choice when they go to the polls. If elected, Isaac, who has raised his family in Yonkers, would become the first elected Indian-American from Yonkers and Westchester.
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