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Andrew Gounardes

@agounardes.bsky.social
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Dad, Husband, New Yorker. NYS Senator from Brooklyn. Here for the Dad jokes, pizza recommendations, and all other matters of serious discussion. “We who diet have a never ceasing obligation to those who starve.”

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Andrew Gounardes @agounardes.bsky.social · 23/01/2026
Prions to join colleagues across the county in solidarity with the people of Minnesota who are under siege by a federal government hellbent on squashing dissent and silencing opposition.
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Andrew Gounardes @agounardes.bsky.social · 16/12/2025
Team Gounardes is on Team Lander!
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Brad Lander @bradlander.bsky.social · 16/12/2025
Excited to announce this special endorsement today— thank you, @agounardes.bsky.social!
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"Brad's track record of fighting for New Yorkers is as strong as it gets. Whether it's standing up for workers, building affordable housing, or protecting immigrant families, Brad's always ready and willing to do the tough, necessary work. He's a tireless fighter who's not afraid to get into the weeds, and he's exactly the type of leader our communities need right now. That's why I've been so proud to work alongside him all these years, and why I'm proud to endorse him for Congress.”
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Andrew Gounardes @agounardes.bsky.social · 23/10/2025
Trump wants to use the military to crack down on dissent. So I’m proposing a bill to protect New York from illegal invasion by other states’ National Guards. It’s sad we need to protect New Yorkers from a potential invasion by fellow Americans, but this is the reality we face.
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Andrew Gounardes @agounardes.bsky.social · 01/10/2025
It's absolutely wild that NY Congressional Republicans are so determined to increase health insurance costs for NY families by 75% that they’ve shut down the government & kneecaped the economy. gothamist.com/news/new-yor...
gothamist.com
New Yorkers’ health insurance costs on the line amid battle over government shutdown
Consumers may face sticker shock when shopping for insurance through New York’s Affordable Care Act marketplace.
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Common Dreams @commondreams.org · 01/10/2025
New York state Sen. @agounardes.bsky.social called the move "extortion, plain and simple."
commondreams.org
Trump Admin 'Illegally' Freezes $18 Billion in Infrastructure Funds for New York
One New York state senator called the move "extortion, plain and simple."
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Greg Pak @gregpak.net · 28/09/2025
Some more electeds who came out for the #StandAgainstICE march in Sunset Park. @juliopenabk.com @bradlander.bsky.social @cmalexaaviles.bsky.social @agounardes.bsky.social (with tots).
Julio Peña, Brad Lander, Alexa Avilés, Andrew Gounardes, and Andrew Gounardes' young boys pose for the camera before the Stand Against ICE march in Sunset Park.
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Andrew Gounardes @agounardes.bsky.social · 04/09/2025
In the face of the complete unraveling of our national public health systems, NY should join with other states to protect science-based public health & ensure access to life-saving vaccines. This is why I’ve proposed giving New York the authority to mandate insurance coverage for the COVID vaccine.
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Andrew Gounardes @agounardes.bsky.social · 26/08/2025
“Community leaders” & nonprofits acting for foreign govt to meddle in local elections & beat candidates they dislike. Spy thriller from the 1980s? No, try today in New York politics. This demands action from the FBI & IRS, but I won’t hold my breath. www.nytimes.com/2025/08/25/n...
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Andrew Gounardes @agounardes.bsky.social · 26/08/2025
Our failure to build more housing everywhere will cost NY political power in DC. Democrats must recognize this reality: Solving the housing crisis isn’t just good policy, it’s essential for political survival.
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Andrew Gounardes @agounardes.bsky.social · 07/08/2025
Beyond excited to announce that Smith & 9th Street F/G station is FINALLY getting an elevator! I’ve made accessibility at this station a top priority and I’m so glad we finally secured the capital funding and commitment from the @MTA to get it done!
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Andrew Gounardes @agounardes.bsky.social · 30/07/2025
“Someone’s going to emergency, someone’s going to jail.” www.nytimes.com/2025/07/29/n...
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Andrew Gounardes @agounardes.bsky.social · 28/07/2025
Oh look — the GOP finally found voter fraud… in their own Brooklyn primary! People dead for over a decade casting votes? Boss Tweed would be proud. But please, tell me again how mail voting is only shady when Democrats do it!? www.thecity.nyc/2025/07/28/b...
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Andrew Gounardes @agounardes.bsky.social · 18/07/2025
Wow! How much of this is “financial” and how much of this is about trying to silence a comedian speaking truth to fascism? variety.com/2025/tv/news...
variety.com
CBS to Cancel ‘Late Show With Stephen Colbert’ Citing ‘Financial Decision’
CBS said it planned to cancel Stephen Colbert's Late Show after next season, citing the weakening finances of late night
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Andrew Gounardes @agounardes.bsky.social · 15/07/2025
There’s an immigration black site right here in Brooklyn. This is happening right before our eyes.
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Andrew Gounardes @agounardes.bsky.social · 11/07/2025
Tonight is our campaign’s first fundraising deadline and we are just short of our goal! Can you pitch in $10 or more by midnight? secure.actblue.com/donate/gouna...
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Andrew Gounardes @agounardes.bsky.social · 11/07/2025
MDC Brooklyn is a notorious hellhole. Now ICE is warehousing immigrants there—many without due process. How is this acceptable in our city? Don’t look away - this is happening right before our eyes.
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Andrew Gounardes @agounardes.bsky.social · 08/07/2025
It’s pretty fun to share a birthday with @bradlander.bsky.social — who I consider the Jed Bartlet of NYC politics. Happy birthday, Brad
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Andrew Gounardes @agounardes.bsky.social · 08/07/2025
The 95th R Station is now fully accessible! This is what happens when we fully fund our transit system. 35 more stations currently underway, with 60 more fully funded in the capital plan - we’re getting to our goal of a universally accessible MTA!
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Andrew Gounardes @agounardes.bsky.social · 03/07/2025
Republican’s Big Bullshit Bill is bad. Bad for Brooklyn. Bad for New York City. Bad for all of New York. I'm so glad our Congressmember is pushing for work requirements for all the Americans she’s voting to lay off.
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StreetsPAC @streetspac.org · 30/06/2025
Kathy Hochul @governor.ny.gov has signed the five-year extension of NYC’s life-saving speed-camera program into law. Huge thanks to @agounardes.bsky.social and @deborahjglick.bsky.social for their leadership. www.nysenate.gov/legislation/...
nysenate.gov
NY State Senate Bill 2025-S8344
Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repeals certain provisions relating thereto.
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Andrew Gounardes @agounardes.bsky.social · 01/07/2025
Very welcome development. The proposed AI regulation ban in the Big Bullshit Bill was dangerous and harmful. techpolicy.press/us-senate-dr...
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Andrew Gounardes @agounardes.bsky.social · 25/06/2025
There’s no one I’d rather have in my foxhole with me than Justin. Proud of the campaign you ran, the issues you championed, and the voice you gave to the every day person struggling to get by. @TeamJB2025 all day, everyday.
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Andrew Gounardes @agounardes.bsky.social · 25/06/2025
Congratulations to Kayla Santosuosso on her resounding City Council primary win! Kayla is going to fight for a Bay Ridge that everyone can call home.
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Andrew Gounardes @agounardes.bsky.social · 25/06/2025
Congrats to Zohran Mamdani on tomoght’s primary victory which inspired hundreds of thousands of voters! NYC voters were clear: they are hungry for change and want leaders who offer bold solutions to the challenges we face. Lots for our party to learn from this election.
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Andrew Gounardes @agounardes.bsky.social · 22/06/2025
Today’s the last day of early voting and I’m out at Carroll Park telling voters to rank Justin Brannan as their #1 pick for City Comptroller!
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Andrew Gounardes @agounardes.bsky.social · 22/06/2025
Today’s the last day of early voting and I’m out at Carroll Park telling voters to rank Justin Brannan as their #1 pick for City Comptroller!
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Andrew Gounardes @agounardes.bsky.social · 17/06/2025
Armed, masked ICE agents detained Brad lander. This is authoritarianism, plain and simple. It’s terrifying, it’s lawless, and it’s happening on our watch. We cannot look away. Brad must be released immediately.
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Andrew Gounardes @agounardes.bsky.social · 15/06/2025
Happy Brooklyn Pride! 🌈
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Andrew Gounardes @agounardes.bsky.social · 14/06/2025
The only military parade we should have in our country is Memorial Day.
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Andrew Gounardes @agounardes.bsky.social · 10/06/2025
The NY State Senate passed my bill to require health insurers cover the COVID vaccine—just hours after @RobertKennedyJr fired all the @CDCgov vaccine panel experts. The Trump admin may spew chaos and disinformation, but I'll keep fighting to keep New Yorkers safe and healthy.
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Andrew Gounardes @agounardes.bsky.social · 08/06/2025
It’s a gorgeous day to be out at the Park Slope Farmers Market! Come by to say hello and get a free compost bin before they run out!
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Andrew Gounardes @agounardes.bsky.social · 01/05/2025
What a day for Elise Stefanik 👊🇺🇸🔥!
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Andrew Gounardes @agounardes.bsky.social · 17/04/2025
🚨 Breaking news: Trump just killed the largest offshore wind project in New York. The decision to revoke approval for Empire Wind 1 is a slap in the face to New Yorkers. This administration is blocking affordable energy, resilient infrastructure, and jobs that support families.
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nyfaithhousing.bsky.social @nyfaithhousing.bsky.social · 04/04/2025
ICYMI: @trinitychurchnyc.bsky.social Chief Philanthropy Officer Bea de la Torre and State Senator @agounardes.bsky.social wrote an op-ed in the Buffalo News on how the Faith-Based Affordable Housing Act can help fix New York’s housing crisis. Read more: buffalonews.com/opinion/hous...
buffalonews.com
Another Voice: Houses of worship can address housing crisis
New York is facing a severe housing crisis, yet our houses of worship are being blocked from helping.
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Andrew Gounardes @agounardes.bsky.social · 05/04/2025
The Daily News nails it: “There’s no question that New York State must make it harder for people who show reckless disregard for public safety on the roads to put others at risk.” @emilyassembly.bsky.social @familiesforsafestreets.org @streetspac.org www.nydailynews.com/2025/04/05/m...
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Andrew Gounardes @agounardes.bsky.social · 02/04/2025
Good trouble. www.nytimes.com/2025/04/01/u...
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nysendems.bsky.social @nysendems.bsky.social · 01/04/2025
“It’s no longer simply enough to shake our heads in despair when these preventable tragedies occur — it’s time for us to act. My legislation would require repeat reckless drivers to install speed limiters.” — @agounardes.bsky.social vinnews.com/2025/03/31/b...
vinnews.com
Brooklyn Lawmakers Rally for Speed Limiters on Cars of Reckless Drivers After Ocean Parkway Deadly Crash - VINnews
BROOKLYN – A group of Brooklyn lawmakers and safety advocates rallied today at Brooklyn Borough Hall, calling for the passage of legislation aimed at curbing the dangerous driving behavior of “super s...
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Andrew Gounardes @agounardes.bsky.social · 01/04/2025
Senator @booker.senate.gov is on his 17+ hour speaking on the Senate floor to explain to America the harms that Trump, Musk, and MAGA are doing to the country. This is exactly the type of fight we need to see more of from political leaders at every level.
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Transportation Alternatives @transalt.org · 31/03/2025
This afternoon, elected officials and advocates rallied at Brooklyn Borough Hall to call for legislation to #StopSuperSpeeders. Speed Limiters for Repeat Offenders (S4045/A2299-A) is @agounardes.bsky.social and @emilyassembly.bsky.social's bill to prevent the most reckless drivers from speeding.
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Transportation Alternatives @transalt.org · 31/03/2025
URGENT ACTION ALERT: WHEN: Monday, March 31 at 1:30 p.m. WHERE: steps of Brooklyn Borough Hall WHAT: @agounardes.bsky.social and @emilyassembly.bsky.social will respond to the fatal crash that killed a BK mother and two young children, and call for speed limiters for the most reckless drivers.
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Andrew Gounardes @agounardes.bsky.social · 31/03/2025
Real profile in courage from Michael Novakhov. The day after 3 of his constituents were killed by an extremely reckless driver - at their funeral no less! - he doubles down on the failed thinking that allows drivers to escape any responsibility for their behavior. How brave. @streetspac.org
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Andrew Gounardes @agounardes.bsky.social · 29/03/2025
In other words, DOGE for thee but not for me. The spinelessness of the GOP to govern competently is stunning.
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Andrew Gounardes @agounardes.bsky.social · 25/03/2025
These are Very Unserious People who are full of Very Serious Shit.
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Andrew Gounardes @agounardes.bsky.social · 25/03/2025
Every Democratic leader in the country should be singing from the same hymnal on this over and over and over again. And because we know the current Congress is a doormat for Trump, when we take back Congress, we have to ensure that Dems holds hearings and drive accountability.
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Andrew Gounardes @agounardes.bsky.social · 21/03/2025
We 1000% need a fully funded MTA capital plan. The MTA serves a large swath of NY’s population, and every corner of the state benefits from projects funded through the capital plan. Funding the capital plan should not fall only on NYC’s shoulders. gothamist.com/news/gov-hoc...
gothamist.com
Gov. Hochul eyes NYC tax hike to fund MTA in closed-door talks, sources say
The governor wants to increase the payroll mobility tax on some businesses in the five boroughs, sources familiar told Gothamist.
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Andrew Gounardes @agounardes.bsky.social · 21/03/2025
This essay by @achangnyc.bsky.social captures a lot of how I feel about the state of our politics. “The obsession with appearing reasonable is a form of unilateral disarmament, a failure of imagination and courage in a transformed political landscape.” achangnyc.medium.com/the-false-do...
achangnyc.medium.com
The False Doctrine of Reasonableness: Why Are Democrats Obeying in Advance?
Preserving democracy demands nothing less than the courage to be unreasonable. The time for reasonableness has passed.
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Andrew Gounardes @agounardes.bsky.social · 14/03/2025
The Trump administration deported a 10-year-old U.S. citizen recovering from brain cancer. The family was on the way to an emergency medical checkup. Her parents had no criminal history. This is what Trump's deportation regime is really about: cruelty and chaos.
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Andrew Gounardes @agounardes.bsky.social · 12/03/2025
If Tom Homan is so concerned about criminals running free, he should turn his attention to the convicted felon and repeat offender living at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. In the meantime, New York will protect our immigrant neighbors and implement policies that actually make us safer.
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