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Kristen Gonzalez

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Kristen Gonzalez

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NY-07 Democratic nominee?

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JUN 27, 2026

Primary Election

Party selects its nominee.

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Overview

Current roleState Senator

PartyDemocratic

Political ideologyDemocratic Socialist

GenderFemale

LocationNew York

BackgroundNew York State Senator

EducationColumbia University (BA)

Notable personal detailsKristen Serene Gonzalez is an American politician serving in the New York State Senate representing the 59th district (parts of Queens, Brooklyn, and Manhattan) since 2023. She previously worked as a tech worker and in government roles including the New York City Council, the Obama White House, and U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer’s office. She is a Columbia University graduate and has been active in local community organizing in Western Queens.

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nysenate.gov en.wikipedia.org gonzalezforny.com politicsny.com siena.edu fec.gov dems.gov ciclt.net newyorksenatedems.com spectrumlocalnews.com qns.com octagonai.co assets.nationbuilder.com elections.ny.gov vote.nyc arxiv.org static1.squarespace.com brooklynpaper.com ny1.com justfacts.votesmart.org patch.com cbsnews.com axios.com abcnews.go.com img.washingtonpost.com washingtonpost.com wikidata.org house.gov democrats.house.gov history.house.gov votesmart.org ballotready.org democrats-energycommerce.house.gov tonko.house.gov congress.gov commerce.senate.gov commons.wikimedia.org creativecommons.org upload.wikimedia.org senate.gov democrats.senate.gov democrats-transportation.house.gov ramirez.house.gov govinfo.gov

Positions

LiberalConservative

Economy & Taxes

Supports raising taxes on the very wealthy and corporations to fund expanded public services and affordability measures, including new higher income tax brackets, corporate tax increases, capital gains surcharges, and taxing larger inheritances. Has advocated for and voted for expanded tax credits and direct payments to low- and middle-income New Yorkers as part of state budgets.

Healthcare

Supports statewide single-payer health care and advocates expanding healthcare access, protecting reproductive and gender-affirming care, and preventing hospital closures that reduce community access.

Immigration & Border

Supports protecting immigrant communities from federal immigration enforcement, ending local law enforcement collaboration with ICE, and passing state-level legislation to ensure undocumented New Yorkers can access services and protections. Advocates for the NY for All (NY4All) and Dignity Not Detention Acts and opposes expansion of federal immigration enforcement in New York.

Abortion & Reproductive Rights

Supports protecting and expanding access to abortion and reproductive health care, including legal and privacy protections; backed measures to safeguard reproductive health data and supported a constitutional amendment to permanently protect reproductive rights in New York.

Climate & Energy

Supports rapid transition to renewable energy, public ownership/expansion of clean energy, and programs to electrify and weatherize buildings to meet New York’s climate goals. Has sponsored legislation and budget initiatives to advance public renewables, building electrification, and funding for equitable green upgrades. Advocates phasing out fossil fuels and projects to deliver 100% renewable energy for state buildings and community energy needs.

Public Safety & Guns

Supports community-based gun violence prevention, removing illegal/trafficked guns from the streets, stronger penalties for traffickers, and data-driven public safety measures while investing in violence prevention and mental-health supports. Emphasizes partnering with law enforcement and community organizations rather than defunding police.