Scott Stringer

Scott Stringer is a Democratic politician who served as the New York City Comptroller from 2014 to 2021. He was a member of the New York State Assembly, representing the Upper West Side and Hell's Kitchen neighborhoods of Manhattan. Stringer has been involved in various New York City Council and New York State Senate campaigns, working with politicians such as David Dinkins, Ruth Messinger, and Eliot Spitzer. His career has been marked by associations with notable figures, including Michael Bloomberg, Bill de Blasio, and Chuck Schumer.

● Early Life and Education

Scott Stringer was born in 1960 in New York City to a family of Jewish descent. He grew up on the Upper West Side of Manhattan, attending John Jay College of Criminal Justice and later graduating from the New York University's Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service. Stringer's early life was influenced by his involvement in the New York City Democratic politics, working with leaders such as Ed Koch, Mario Cuomo, and Daniel Patrick Moynihan. He also drew inspiration from social activists like Martin Luther King Jr. and Ralph Nader, as well as politicians Ted Kennedy and Hubert Humphrey.

● Career

Stringer began his career in politics as a staffer for Assemblyman Jeremiah Burke and later worked for New York State Assembly Speaker Mel Miller. He was elected to the New York State Assembly in 1992, representing the 72nd district, which includes parts of the Upper West Side and Morningside Heights. During his time in the New York State Assembly, Stringer worked on issues related to health care, education, and environmental protection, often collaborating with organizations like the Natural Resources Defense Council and the American Civil Liberties Union. He also interacted with prominent figures, including Al Gore, Hillary Clinton, and Barack Obama.

● New York City Comptroller

In 2013, Stringer was elected as the New York City Comptroller, succeeding John Liu. As Comptroller, he oversaw the city's pension fund and worked to increase transparency and accountability in city government, often consulting with experts from Harvard University and the Brookings Institution. Stringer also launched initiatives to promote sustainable investing and diversity and inclusion in the city's pension fund, engaging with organizations like the United Nations and the World Bank. He worked closely with other city officials, including Mayor Bill de Blasio, Public Advocate Letitia James, and City Council Speaker Melissa Mark-Viverito.

● Mayoral Campaign

In 2020, Stringer announced his candidacy for Mayor of New York City in the 2021 New York City mayoral election, joining a field of candidates that included Eric Adams, Kathryn Garcia, and Andrew Yang. During his campaign, Stringer focused on issues such as affordable housing, public transportation, and climate change, often citing the work of experts from Columbia University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. He also emphasized his experience as Comptroller and his commitment to social justice and economic equality, drawing on the ideas of thinkers like John Rawls and Amartya Sen. Stringer's campaign was endorsed by various organizations, including the New York City Central Labor Council and the Working Families Party.

● Personal Life

Stringer is married to Elyse Buxbaum, and they have two sons, Max and Miles. He is a resident of the Upper West Side and is involved in various community organizations, including the West Side YMCA and the Jewish Community Center. Stringer has also been involved in initiatives to promote Jewish heritage and cultural exchange, working with institutions like the YIVO Institute for Jewish Research and the American Jewish Committee. His personal life has been influenced by his relationships with notable figures, including Rabbi Marshall Meyer, Elie Wiesel, and Shimon Peres.