WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW
Former NYC Councilman Ruben Diaz
Throughout my career in public service, first as a member of the New York State Assembly and then as Bronx Borough President, I have fought for qualified, experienced, and diverse leadership at all levels of government. Many times that has required giving candidates for both elected and appointed office a fair shake and a chance to clear the air when questions and concerns about their record arise.
After much evaluation, I have come to the conclusion that Judge Hector LaSalle’s judicial record, composed of over 5,000 cases, has been distorted in order to deny him that chance and, as a result, his confirmation as chief judge for the State’s Court of Appeals. New Yorkers deserve better than that.
There is no question Judge LaSalle has a proven track record as both a jurist and a court administrator. There is no denying his knowledge of the law, his considerable experience, and his broad support from legal professionals across the political spectrum. I have reviewed his record, considered the opinions of his legal colleagues, and spoken to Judge LaSalle personally. I would not support him for this important position if I thought our shared progress on so many important issues was at risk.
I call on my friends and colleagues in the New York State Senate to afford Judge Hector LaSalle a fair opportunity to answer the tough questions and earn their vote so that history, in this case for the Latino community, can be made once again. Like every other community, Latinos want and deserve it.
Ruben Díaz jr
Former Bronx Borough President
Former NYC Councilman Reverend Ruben Diaz.
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