STATEMENT FROM ASSEMBLY MEMBER MARCOS A. CRESPO - "I Am Not Seeking Re-election"

“For the last 11 years it has been the honor of my life to serve as the Assembly Member for the 85th Assembly District. The work we have done together in our community, alongside other leaders throughout the Bronx and with colleagues around the State has been transformational. I will forever be grateful of what we have accomplished, the friendships I have forged and the amazing individuals who have served as part of my staff over the years and helped me deliver a body of work we can all be proud of.

“However, I have decided not to seek re-election, but instead pursue opportunities outside of government that will allow me to continue to serve my community, be closer to my daughters and family, and also acknowledge and support a new generation of leadership that must continue the work that remains ahead.

“When I first interned in the NYS Assembly for then Assembly Member Ruben Diaz Jr., I could never have imagined what doors would open. I will forever cherish the privilege my community has given me to serve. The Bronx is and will always be my home. To have worked alongside such an amazing community and hard-working colleagues in government and helped lead the many improvements we have seen in our Borough is nothing short of a dream come true. I’m grateful to every single person who over the years supported my efforts, mentored me and believed in the leadership and vision we brought to this work. I look forward to fulfilling my responsibilities in Albany and in the 85th Assembly District for a short time after the completion of the legislative session. The future of the Bronx remains bright and that is what matters most.”

EDITOR'S NOTE:

While we have thoughts as to why Assemblyman Marcos Crespo has decided to leave politics, and we have the strong feeling that he is not going to be the last current elected official to not seek re-election this or next year. 

We can only wish the soon to be Mr. Marcos Crespo the best in his future endeavors, and congratulate him on his fine work in the 85th Assembly District, the Bronx, and New York State Assembly.

We wish the next assembly member from the 85th district only the best, as we wish the next county leader, whom we have spoken to in the past about this day coming.