Credit: James Escher

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BACKGROUND

  • DeRiggi Whitton, 57, is a registered Democrat seeking reelection on the Democratic line. She has served as a legislator since 2012, becoming the party's minority leader in 2023. 
  • A lifelong resident of Glen Cove, she has a bachelor's degree from Hofstra University.  
  • Before joining the legislature, DeRiggi Whitton served on the Glen Cove City Council as a Republican. She also worked as a senior claims adjuster for State Farm.

ISSUES

  • DeRiggi Whitton said she is focused on reducing "wasteful spending" by auditing county contracts.
  • She said she is committed to public safety, and will invest in county police and increase police patrols to fight carjackings and property crimes.
  • She said she will prioritize lowering the cost of living for residents by opposing property tax increases, pushing to cut fees and advocating for lower water and sewer bills.

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