Our Mission…

Engage and empower Jewish Democrats and their allies in Westchester County by:

  • Promoting voter education, increasing participation, and ensuring robust representation of our members and allies across all levels of government

  • Acting as a catalyst for advancing Democratic values, policies and priorities within Jewish communities throughout Westchester

  • Offering a platform to address and advocate for political issues that are vital to the Jewish community in Westchester

  • Amplifying the visibility and influence of Westchester’s Jewish community, fostering a sense of empowerment and unity

  • Collaborating with other Jewish organizations throughout the county on issues of shared concern

  • Identifying, recruiting, and equipping Jewish and allied candidates with the tools and support necessary to succeed in public office

  • Working to maintain and strengthen support for Israel among Westchester's elected leaders at the federal, state, county, and local levels as well as within the Democratic Party

About Westchester Jewish Democrats

We are a group of Jewish Democrats from various communities throughout Westchester who are committed to advancing the values of the Democratic Party while maintaining a strong commitment to the Jewish community and its concerns . Our founding board includes leaders and activists as well as several elected officials. We welcome members, both Jewish and non-Jewish who share our concerns.

Our areas of focus include:

  • Educating about the unique needs and concerns of Westchester’s Jewish Community

  • Identifying and supporting political allies

  • Electing Jewish officials 

  • Advocating for Jewish causes

  • Engaging in political activities within the community

  • Building and mobilizing grassroots support

  • Endorsing qualified candidates for office

  • Fundraising for endorsed candidates

Board of Directors

  • Nancy Street

    Chair

  • Scott Dubin

    1st Vice Chair

  • Diana Lovett

    2nd Vice Chair

  • Andy Laub

    Secretary

  • David Kriegal

    Treasurer

  • Amy Paulin

    NYS Assembly District 88

  • Dana Levenberg

    NYS Assembly District 95

  • Judah Holstein

    Westchester County Legislator District 10

  • Justin Brasch

    White Plains City Council

  • Ellen Hendrickx

    Greenburgh City Council

  • Jenny Bernhard

    White Plains, NY

  • Ross Brooks

    New Rochelle

  • Randee Glazer

    New Castle, NY