Summary
Kenneth Burgos (born June 1, 1994) is an American politician from the state of New York. A Democrat, Burgos has represented the 85th district of the New York State Assembly, based in the southeastern Bronx, since November 2020.[1][2]
Kenny Burgos | |
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| Member of the New York State Assembly from the 85th district | |
| Assumed office November 12, 2020 | |
| Preceded by | Marcos Crespo |
| Personal details | |
| Born | June 1, 1994 The Bronx, New York, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Residence(s) | The Bronx, New York, U.S. |
| Education | University at Albany, SUNY (BA) |
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| Website | Official website Campaign website |
Early life edit
Burgos and his three sisters were raised in the Bronx by a single mother. He attended the Bronx High School of Science and graduated from University at Albany, SUNY with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics.[1] Burgos then began working for New York City Council Member Ruben Diaz, Sr., starting as a summer associate and eventually became a deputy chief of staff and budget director.[3] Burgos is a member of Iota Phi Theta fraternity.
Political career edit
In February 2020, Marcos Crespo – Assemblyman for the 85th district and chair of the Bronx County Democratic Party – announced his resignation.[4] Burgos announced he would run for the seat and, with the backing of the Bronx County Democratic Committee, defeated William Moore 62-38% in the Democratic primary.[5][6] Burgos easily won the general election in the strongly Democratic seat, and was seated on November 12, 2020.[7] In 2024 Burgos was instrumental in preventing New York City from being allowed to set its own speed limits.[8]
References edit
- ^ a b "Assemblymember Kenny Burgos". New York State Assembly. Retrieved November 25, 2020.
- ^ "Kenneth Burgos". Ballotpedia. Retrieved November 25, 2020.
- ^ "About Kenny". Kenny Burgos State Assembly. Retrieved November 25, 2020.
- ^ Jason Cohen (June 29, 2020). "Assemblyman Marcos Crespo resigns as chairman of the Bronx Democratic Party". Bronx Times. Retrieved November 25, 2020.
- ^ Connor Zaft (October 31, 2020). "Kenny Burgos running to replace Marcos Crespos in Assembly". The Hunts Point Express. Retrieved November 25, 2020.
- ^ Jenna Bagcal (June 24, 2020). "Progressive candidates win across multiple primary races in the Bronx". Bronx Times. Retrieved November 25, 2020.
- ^ @KennyBurgosNY. "Today, I was proud and beyond honored to be sworn-in as the new Assemblymember for New York's 85th District. I'm so thankful to all those who believed in me and my leadership. I will serve our community with every fiber of my being and I look forward to making you all proud!". Retrieved November 25, 2020.
- ^ Christopher Robbins (April 15, 2024). "'Disgusting': NY State Lawmakers Once Again Blocking Legislation to Lower NYC's Speed Limit". Hell Gate. Retrieved April 16, 2024.