Joseph Angelino

NEW YORK – The union representing the rank and file of the New York State Police endorsed Joseph Angelino for NYS Assembly 122nd District.

“The Police Benevolent Association of the New York State Troopers, is proud to announce the endorsement of Joseph Angelino for election to the NYS Assembly 122nd District,” reported the group late last month.

“It is with careful consideration that the NYSTPBA is endorsing Joseph Angelino for election to the NYS Assembly 122nd district. During these unprecedented times we have endured the passage of bail reform, protesters screaming to ‘defund the police’ and rioters and looters taking to the streets of NY.”  

“The resulting disdain and violence against police officers and our citizens are deplorable.”

“Even more shameful is the lack of support and trust that is deserving a person who dons a police uniform and protects us from that which is evil.  Even amidst this one-party rule there are still those who support police and fight for effective legislation.” 

“Our members are honored and proud to stand alongside and support Joseph Angelino as he will do for us,” said Trooper PBA Vice President and Legislative Director John Clark.

More than 6,000 active and retired, uniformed members of the New York State Police from the rank of Trooper through the rank of Major are represented by the NYSTPBA.

The 22n assembly seat is being vacated by Assemblyman Cliff Crouch, who has served in the Assembly for 25 years and who has also endorsed Angelino.

Angelino served with the Norwich Police Department for over 30 years, retiring after serving as chief for nearly 20 of those years. He now serves as a part-time officer with the Village of Sherburne Police Department.

 “Having stood side-by-side with the brave men and women on duty with the New York State Troopers for over 30 years, I am proud to receive this endorsement,” said Angelino. “I look forward to the opportunity to stand up for and fight for them as a legislator. Thank you for your support and endorsement.”

- Evening Sun Managing Editor Tyler Murphy