Staten Island’s Conservative Party of Richmond Announces Endorsements, Suggestions For This Year’s Ballot Questions By COGE

ENDORSEMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE 2026 GENERAL ELECTION

Editor’s note: For readers seeking more details about the candidates, including their opponents, this election guide might be helpful.  In addition, voters can learn about their language-related voting rights here, along with information about the pros and cons and supporting and opposing organizations that have made statements about the five ballot questions that residents will see this election day and during early voting.  We also covered the Conservative Party’s announcement back in February of this year, in advance of the primaries for this general election.  This was prior to the announcement of the ballot questions.  

The following incumbent legislators seeking re-election this year have the complete and total endorsement of the Staten Island Conservative Party: Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis, State Senator Andrew J. Lanza, Assemblyman Michael W. Reilly Jr., Assemblyman Michael Tannousis, and Assemblyman Sam T. Pirozzolo.

In accepting their nominations and endorsements earlier this year, the following statements were issued by these candidates, each of whom will appear as official Conservative Party nominees on Column “C” on the ballot:

Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis (11th Congressional District):  “I’m thankful for the Conservative Party’s continued confidence and support.  From defending public safety and promoting border security to supporting economic growth, my priority has always been bringing practical, common-sense leadership to Washington.  Our office has assisted thousands of constituents and secured critical federal investments benefiting NYPD, FDNY, healthcare, education, and improving our community’s infrastructure.  I look forward to continuing this work on behalf of Staten Island and Southern Brooklyn.”

Senator Andrew J. Lanza (24th Senate District): “I am honored to embrace the Conservative Party principles, which now more than ever are needed to preserve our constitutional freedoms.  As we look towards November, it is crystal clear that New Yorkers have been harmed and betrayed by left-wing policies. I look forward to working with Chairman Curcio and the members of the Conservative Party in the fight to defend individual liberty and restore economic opportunities for all.”

Assemblyman Michael W. Reilly Jr. (62nd Assembly District):  “I am deeply humbled and honored to receive the endorsement of the Conservative Party of Richmond County for reelection to serve the people of the 62nd Assembly District.  I am grateful for their continued confidence in my public service.  I look forward to continuing our work on behalf of this great community”

Assemblyman Michael Tannousis (64th Assembly District):  “As we continue to fight against the socialist agenda that has brought us increased crime, the migrant crisis, and a diminished quality of life, I am proud to once again carry the Conservative Party banner and fight for conservative values and common sense policies in Albany.  I will continue to fight for my constituents as life in New York State has become increasingly more difficult for the taxpayer.”

Assemblyman Sam T. Pirozzolo (63rd Assembly District):  “I would like to thank Chairman Curcio and the Conservative Party of Staten Island for their endorsement. As the first political party to ever endorse me, I work hard every day to live up to the values they and I represent.”

In addition to these five incumbent legislators seeking re-election, each of this year’s Republican Party nominees for election to the judiciary from our county has the complete and total endorsement of the Staten Island Conservative Party.  This includes Glenn Yost (countywide candidate for Municipal Court Judge), Carrie Low (district candidate for Municipal Court Judge), and Judge Michael Pinto (countywide candidate for State Supreme Court Justice).

The Staten Island Conservative Party additionally recommends voting for the New York State Conservative Party’s nominees for statewide office – Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, and Comptroller – on Column “C” and voting “No” on each of the five municipal propositions that will appear on the reverse side of the ballot.

Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026.  For the latest news and statements from the Conservative Party of Richmond County, follow us on Truth Social – the official media platform of both President Donald J. Trump and the Staten Island Conservative Party – and visit our official and exclusive website at www.truthsocial.com/@StatenIslandConservativeParty. 

Banner Image: Assemblymember Pirozzolo, DA McMahon, and Council Member Hanks were judges at the Halloween costume contest (where companion animals were the contestants and stars of the show).  Image Credit – CM Hanks