Maritza Davila
Maritza Davila (born November 16, 1963) is an American politician from the state of New York. A member of the Democratic Party, she represents the 53rd district in the New York State Assembly.
Maritza Davilla | |
|---|---|
| Member of the New York State Assembly from the 53rd district | |
| Assumed office November 6, 2013 | |
| Preceded by | Vito Lopez |
| Personal details | |
| Born | November 16, 1963 Cataño, Puerto Rico |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Residence(s) | Brooklyn, New York |
| Alma mater | Long Island University |
| Website | Assembly website |
Davila worked for the Ridgewood Bushwick Senior Citizens Council, founded by former Assemblyman Vito Lopez. She won a 2013 special election to succeed Lopez, who resigned the seat due to a sex scandal.[1][2] Ms. Davila graduated with her AA in Political Science from Long Island University.
References
- Blau, Reuven. "Vito Lopez lost — but his Assembly seat goes to his hand-picked candidate". nydailynews.com. Retrieved Feb 19, 2021.
- http://www.greenpointnews.com/news/5800/maritza-davila-celebrates-assembly-victory-with-promise-to-unite-community
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