James Skoufis

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James Skoufis

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign State Senate
Date of Birth October 18, 1987 (Age: 38)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Overview
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Personal Background

James Skoufis holds a bachelor's degree from The George Washington University and a master's degree from Columbia University. He began his career in security before transitioning to public service. Skoufis introduced several legislative proposals, including a Tuition-Free NY bill and measures inspired by Hurricane Irene. He has held leadership roles in the New York State Senate, serving as Chair of the Committee on Investigations and Government Operations.

Political Ideas

James Skoufis champions a blend of progressive economic policies with a distinctive local focus, advocating for tuition-free education while opposing Manhattan congestion pricing. His legislative record reveals an unexpected convergence with opposing factions on environmental regulations, indicating a highly calculated approach to protecting regional industrial interests. Skoufis's rhetorical style juxtaposes national ambitions with local concerns, as seen in his opposition to Manhattan congestion pricing while running for DNC Chair and declaring a mission to "dismantle" the Green Party.

Campaigns
2024: New York State Senate
ELECTED

Election History

New York's 42nd State Senate district, 2024

73,420 votes (54.46%)

Win

Position Details

Committee Membership
Insurance
Member
Judiciary
Member
Corporations, Authorities and Commissions
Member
Finance
Member
Investigations and Government Operations
Chair
Administrative Regulations Review Commission ARRC
Member
Labor
Member
Local Government
Member
State-Native American Relations
Member
2020: New York State Senate
ELECTED

Election History

2020 New York's 39th State Senate district election

72,556 votes (57.06%)

Win
2018: New York State Senate
ELECTED

Election History

New York's 39th State Senate district, 2018

51,548 votes (54.00%)

Win
2016: New York State House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

New York's 99th Assembly District General Election

29,590 votes (48.06%)

Win
2014: New York State House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

New York's 99th Assembly District General Election

17,837 votes (50.38%)

Win
2012: New York State House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

New York's 99th Assembly District General Election

29,030 votes (51.05%)

Win