Fighting to Take Back Congress for All of Us
Meet Effie
Effie Phillips-Staley is a Tarrytown Trustee and a non-profit executive who has dedicated her career to social justice and public service. The daughter of a teacher from El Salvador, and a U.S. military veteran who served in two wars, Effie was raised with common-sense values in a union household. She understands that diversity is a strength, that unions built America and that no one should struggle to house their family or afford healthcare.
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Effie Phillips-Staley will fight for the Hudson Valley in Congress. And she’s building a campaign you can be a part of. Join us!
Priorities
Effie is running for Congress to make Washington work for the people, not just the ultra-rich. She is a progressive voice for New York’s 17th District who believes everyone deserves a fair shot at achieving the American Dream.
Campaign News
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The Suburban Progress Agenda – Effie for Congress Episode 8
Podcast
In this special episode of Effie For Congress, recorded live to tape from a webinar Effie conducted with supporters, Effie lays out a bold progressive agenda for her campaign which she is calling the Suburban Progress …
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This Issue Will Never Go Away, So Don’t Go To Sleep – Effie for Congress Episode 7
Podcast
In this powerful episode, Effie is joined by Catherine Lederer-Plaskett, Executive Director of WCLA Choice Matters. They discuss how affordability, abortion access and women’s healthcare are inextricably linked. Catherine shares harrowing stories about the impact of …
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Liberal groups, Republicans seek action over Lawler aide’s alleged infiltration of chat
In the News
On Tuesday, candidate Effie Phillips-Staley sent a letter to state Attorney General Leticia James asking for an investigation into Crowley’s actions. “This appears to violate and manipulate the freedom of association and political expression that’s guaranteed …
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Read Effie’s Letter to AG James Requesting First Amendment Investigation into Lawler
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Effie Phillips-Staley plays to progressive base as she targets Rep. Mike Lawler
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Voters want courage from NY Democrats, not watered-down conservatism | Opinion
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Spectrum News Albany Interview
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