Iwen Chu Announced State Senate Campaign and Received Endorsement from elected officials and Asian-American Community Leaders

Brooklyn, NY – Community leader and activist Iwen Chu announced her campaign for New York State Senate District 27 on Feb. 12 at the Stars & Stripes Democratic Club in Dyker Heights. Iwen received endorsements from many elected officials who are looking forward to her leadership in Albany. 

“I’m running for New York State Senate to lift up the voices of my community and represent the communities I love in Albany,” said Iwen Chu. “I want to fight for an equitable, safe and prosperous community that values everyone and respects the diversity that makes our state so great.”

Iwen announced her campaign and immediately received endorsements from Congressman Jerry Nadler, State Senator John Liu, State Senator Andrew Gounardes, Assemblyman Peter Abbate, Assemblyman Steve Cymbrowitz, Assemblyman Ron Kim, Ron Kim and Assemblyman Steve Cymbrowitz, Councilman Justin Brannan, District Leaders Nancy Tong, Tori Kelly, Joseph Bova. and Julio Pena She also welcomed the support from Asian-American Community Leaders.

“I have found myself very fortunate having Iwen Chu on my staff for the last 10 years. Iwen’s vast and varied experiences, along with the many years she and I have worked side by side, make Iwen the clear choice for NYS Senate District 27.  Most importantly, it’s Iwen’s dedication and drive to serve this community that makes her the most deserving candidate. As a member of my office she has always helped to flawlessly bridge the cultural gap in my district. I’m very grateful for what she’s contributed to my office and staff and I wish her all the best in her new venture running for the NYS Senate.” said Assemblyman Peter Abbate  

“Now, more than ever, we need new experienced leaders in Albany,” said Congressman Jerrold Nadler.  “With redistricting creating a brand-new State Senate seat in Brooklyn, I am proud today to endorse my friend Iwen Chu, who I’ve worked with on so many local issues.  Iwen is exactly the local leader we need in Albany to be our tireless community advocate.”

“Iwen has dedicated herself to the South Brooklyn community for many years and has long been relied upon due to her deep grasp of the issues that affect everyday New Yorkers. Her life experiences as an immigrant pursuing the American Dream for her family and as a public school mom fighting for the best interests of our school kids will bring important perspective to the State Senate. Without a doubt, she is the best choice to take on the challenges facing New York in the State Senate.” said State Senator John Liu.

“I’m proud to support Iwen Chu as she launches her campaign for New York State Senate. Iwen has the experience and credibility to do wonders for the communities she will represent. Simply put, she knows how to get things done and I look forward to partnering with her in the NYS Senate to better the neighborhoods of southern Brooklyn.” Said State Senator Andrew Gounardes.

"I've known Iwen for over a decade and I can tell you without hesitation she is the real deal. Iwen has done the work and is ready for this moment. People trust Iwen to get things done and I know she will fight like hell for all of us in Albany. Iwen is the champion we need to lead this new district and I'm proud to endorse her today," said Councilman Justin Brannan.

State Senate District 27 is a new district, including Windsor Terrace, Sunset Park, Kensington, Dyker Heights, Bensonhurst, Gravesend and Borough Park, and is nearly 50% Asian-American.