Dear Friends,
Together, with your help, we ran a very competitive race for Queens borough president. From neighborhood to neighborhood, we shared our ideas and our concerns, we put forward plans, and we renewed our commitment to move our communities forward. We worked hard, and I know our people and our borough will be better for it.
I wanted you to hear it from me first: while the Board of Elections has not officially called the race, and some districts are still getting tallied, the numbers to win are just not with us. I recently called Council Member Donovan Richards to congratulate him and to give him my full support as he becomes the Democratic nominee for Queens borough president.
From the onset of this campaign, I would have never imagined the year we have all gone through. But I remain hopeful and optimistic not just for myself, but for Queens and the country as a whole.
This was an incredible opportunity. Thank you for your encouragement, thank you for the many hours of volunteering, thank you for donating—this campaign was built on your support.
—Elizabeth Crowley

Where She Stands

On the Issues

Good Government

The borough president’s principal job is to ensure that our government represents our values and reflects the diverse nature of our home. As Queens Borough President, Elizabeth will fight for a common-sense approach to government that the people of Queens deserve.

Transit

For far too long, Queens has not received its fair share of transportation funding. That’s why we must fight for a 21st-century transit system that works for everyone in our borough.

Safety

Driven by division and hatred, we have seen a surge in bias-related crimes in our city and country. As borough president, Elizabeth will act proactively to open dialogues amongst our communities and stem the rise of racism and bigotry in our great borough.

Environment

Queens is a beautiful place with precious resources—particularly our people and our environment. Elizabeth is determined to fight for both, making sure our water and air are safe for generations of our borough’s residents to come.

Empowering Women

When Elizabeth was only seven years old, her father passed away, leaving her mother to care for her and her fourteen siblings. As the single mother of two herself, Elizabeth knows the challenges facing working women throughout Queens and New York City.

Housing

It’s clear that that Mayor De Blasio’s housing policies have failed Queens residents.

Veterans

If you make the sacrifice to serve in our nation’s armed forces, you deserve our gratitude but also the ability to live a healthy and prosperous life after you return.

Education

As the mother of two who spent their lives in Queens public schools, Elizabeth understands no issue is more important than fighting for improved educational opportunities for our children.