In the 2024 Democratic Primary race for New York State Assembly, Eli was proudly endorsed by:
Assemblymember
Danny O’Donnell
“Eli is not just prepared to represent the 69th district – he is uniquely positioned to serve it with the depth of understanding and empathy it deserves. His work as a public defender has shown time and again that he knows what it means to be a true public servant—someone who serves the entire public, regardless of their background or circumstances. Eli understands our community’s needs because he’s been on the frontlines, advocating for those often left unheard. His commitment to justice and equity is exactly what our district needs in a representative.”
-Assemblymember Danny O’Donnell
Fmr. City Councilmember
Helen Rosenthal
“Eli brings integrity and a passion for public policy that will meet the needs of our Upper West Side community. The UWS needs a fighter to preserve and build affordable housing as well as increase NYS investments in public housing. Eli is a remarkable listener and community builder—he will bring all stakeholders to the table—to identify meaningful change to support UWSers. I’m proud to endorse Eli, standing with leaders like current Assemblyman Danny O’Donnell, Tenants PAC, Sue Susman, Kids PAC, and the Jim Owles Liberal Democratic Club which is a tireless advocacy group focused on the LGBTQ+ community.”
-Former City Councilmember Helen Rosenthal
NYC Public Advocate
Jumaane Williams
“I’m proud to endorse Eli Northrup. As a public defenders, Eli has spent his career on the front lines standing up to injustice and fighting for affordable housing, community safety, and accountability in government. I trust him to bring that fight up to Albany. Eli is the champion New Yorkers need.”
-NYC Public Advocate Jumaane Williams
“We’re proud to endorse Eli Northrup for New York State Assembly. Eli has dedicated his career to public service and safeguarding the rights of working New Yorkers. We know that Eli will be a strong champion for affordable housing, community safety, and deepening investments in our neighborhoods.”
-Ana María Archila, Co-Director of the New York Working Families Party
“We are proud to endorse Eli Northrup for State Assembly. Eli is the dedicated fighter that our members and the patients we care for need in Albany. We know he will remain independent from special interests and fight for universal healthcare, affordable housing, and protections for labor.”
-Dr. Luis Aguilar Montalvan, NY RVP Committee of Interns and Residents SEIU
“Eli Northrup embodies UAW values, from helping the Bronx Defenders join UAW 2325, to fighting to ensure our criminal justice system is less carceral. The 69th district encompasses many of our locals and we know that Eli is the right person to fight for the fighting 69th. We are proud to endorse him and cant wait to see him in Albany.”
—Brandon Mancilla, Director UAW Region 9A
“Assembly District 69, the Upper West Side, has an open seat. This is a chance for tenants to get a strong advocate in Albany, which is why we are excited to endorse Eli Northrup. Northrup is a public defender who knows up front the struggles of tenants fighting for their housing.”
“Tenants Political Action Committee is proud to endorse Eli Northrup for State Assembly. Tenant voters in the 69th Assembly District deserve a representative who will always fight for them in Albany. Eli Northrup is a public defender, not an establishment politician. He has spent his career representing people and will always put the needs of his constituents first. New Yorkers can count on Eli to fight for tenants and stand strong against anti-tenant legislation and special interests.”
-Michael McKee, Treasurer for TenantsPAC
“The Jewish Vote is proud to endorse Eli Northrup for state Assembly. Eli is exactly the kind of Jewish Left voice we so urgently need more of in elected office. The Upper West Side boasts one of our highest concentrations of JFREJ members, who are eager to work hard to elect a fellow progressive Jew to represent them. Eli’s track record as a public defender, his policy experience in Albany, and his strong moral compass give us confidence that Eli will be a true partner for racial and economic justice.”
- Alicia Singham Goodwin, Political Director of Jews For Racial & Economic Justice (JFREJ) and The Jewish Vote
“We are proud to endorse progressive champion Eli Northrup for the 69th State Assembly district on the Upper West Side and Morningside Heights. Eli has been a leader in the movement for justice through his work as a public defender and years of advocacy in Albany. We know he'll continue to show leadership and courage, including by fighting for clemency and sentencing reform, two vital efforts that are among the club's top priorities. He will work assiduously to codify abortion rights and the rights of the LGBTQ+ community by by securing the passage of a State Equal Rights Amendment in the state constitution.”
-Allen Roskoff, President, Jim Owles Liberal Democratic Club
“Citizen Action is proud to endorse Eli Northrup, who has a proven track record of fighting for low income and working-class New Yorkers. He has shown that he is dedicated to fighting for the resources those communities need, like quality health care and stable, affordable housing, and will push back against harmful narratives of scarcity and criminalization that keep these resources at bay. We know that Eli will stand up to monied interests in Albany and put the people of District 69 first.”
-Jesse Koklas, NYC Regional Director for Citizen Action of NY
“The NY Badass Teachers Association is proud to endorse Eli Northrup for Assembly District 69 in Manhattan. Eli's experience as a public defender puts him in a unique position to advocate for change to the school-to-prison pipeline. He strongly supports our public schools, and the need for increased access to mental health and other whole-child services. Eli will oppose efforts to expand charter schools and supports NY parents rights to opt-out of the standardized tests that displace valuable classroom learning.”
“NYCC proudly endorses Eli Northrup for NY State Assembly District 69. As a devoted public defender, Eli has tirelessly advocated for and defended critical reforms within New York's criminal legal system, which disproportionately impacts impoverished communities and people of color. Eli's steadfast dedication to these efforts has played a pivotal role in reshaping the discourse on public safety, shifting the focus from mass incarceration and perpetual punishment to bolstering resources for programs and services essential for the flourishing of underserved communities. NYCC firmly believes that Eli will bring the same fervor and dedication to addressing pressing issues such as climate change solutions, affordable and quality housing, the creation of union jobs, and establishing a robust safety net for all New Yorkers.”
-Lucas Sanchez, Co-Executive Director, New York Communities for Change
“Incarcerated Nation Network, Inc. is proud to endorse Eli Northrup. His dedication to protecting the rights of those directly impacted, his values of community safety and and affordable housing are just what New York needs. As a collective of formerly incarcerated leaders, we support his mission.”
“We are in the fight of our lifetimes — for green social housing, for world-class public transit, and for a renewable energy economy. Public defender and policy advocate Eli Northrup is ready to champion the New York we deserve and desperately need, because his record shows that he knows how to fight and win. Sunrise NYC proudly endorses Eli because we see his unquestionable dedication to advancing solutions to our climate, housing, criminal justice, and economic crises.”
Assemblymember
Amanda Septimo
“In court and in Albany, Eli is always showing up for the next person in a way that makes them better and stronger. Eli is a true friend and a real fighter for his community. I look forward to working alongside him to make New York better for us all. I couldn't be prouder to endorse Eli for State Assembly.”
-Assemblymember Amanda Septimo
“Eli Northrup is a progressive advocate and reformer, leveraging his legal expertise and skills for meaningful change. As a lawyer, Eli brings a unique set of talents and professional insights to the forefront of his activism. Eli is effectively challenging the status quo and will bring that to Albany. His dedication to justice and equity makes him a formidable ally in the push for truly affordable housing, criminal justice reforms, and fully funding NYCHA. The Upper West Side, Manhattan Valley, and Morningside Heights would greatly benefit from having a knowledgeable, skilled advocate like Eli in the Assembly.”
-Assemblymember Latrice Walker
Assemblymember
Latrice Walker
Assemblymember
Anna Kelles
"I am proud to endorse Eli Northrup for NYS Assembly. Eli's unwavering dedication to progressive causes speaks volumes about his character and commitment to positive change. Having witnessed his tireless advocacy firsthand, I look forward to working with Eli as a colleague in Albany to continue to improve the lives of all New Yorkers. He has spent his career helping others, and there is no doubt in my mind that he will continue that fight, as an effective representative for the 69th Assembly District."
-Assemblymember Anna Kelles
State Senator
Gustavo Rivera
“I've worked with Eli Northrup for many years on criminal justice issues, expanding economic opportunities, and fighting for affordable, quality housing. I know firsthand that he is a dedicated and energetic advocate for New Yorkers who need Albany to work for the people. I’m proud to support his campaign to be a smart, passionate representative for his community.”
-State Senator Gustavo Rivera
Zephyr Teachout
“Eli is the real deal: an honest, fresh voice, and a committed lawyer with a razor-sharp intellect and moral sensibility that can cut through the fog of Albany politics. At every fork in his life he has chosen public service and advocating for the underdog. He has a unique ability to engage respectfully with all different views, even in the midst of tough advocacy fights. The Upper West Side will be proud of him representing the extraordinary spirit of this community; he will be a lion of reform in the Assembly.”
-Zephyr Teachout
“As someone who ran for City Council in part of the 69th Assembly District, I strongly encourage voters to vote for a true progressive — someone who isn’t beholden to the status quo. We need someone who will fight for community, not big money donors. That is why I proudly endorse Eli. He embodies those values that we so desperately need in Albany.”
-Marti Cummings
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