Micah Lasher
Micah Lasher | |
|---|---|
| Member of the New York State Assembly from the 69th district | |
| Assumed office January 1, 2025 | |
| Preceded by | Daniel J. O'Donnell |
| Personal details | |
| Political party | Democratic |
Micah Lasher is an American politician serving as a member of the New York General Assembly for district 69. He was previously the director of policy for governor Kathy Hochul and director of state legislative affairs under New York City mayor Michael Bloomberg.
Early life and education
[edit]Micah Lasher grew up on the Upper West Side of Manhattan.[1][2]
He graduated from New York University in 2003 with a degree in sociology.[3]
Career
[edit]In 2001, when Lasher was 19, he managed Brad Hoylman-Sigal's campaign for New York City Council.[1]
Lasher also served as an aide to Congressman Jerrold Nadler and director of state legislative affairs under New York City mayor Michael Bloomberg.[1][2] He later became the chief of staff to the attorney general of New York.[4]
From 2017-2020, Lasher worked as Head of Policy and Communications at Sidewalk Labs.[3]
In November 2021, governor Kathy Hochul appointed Lasher as director of policy.[5] During his tenure, Lasher participated in shaping and implementing state policy following Hochul’s ascension to the governorship after Andrew Cuomo's resignation. He resigned from this role in early 2024 to pursue a campaign for the New York State Assembly.[1][2]
During the 2024 New York State Assembly election, Lasher ran for the 69th district in a crowded five-candidate Democratic primary, securing victory with 52.82 percent of the vote.[1] Lasher's campaign focused on addressing housing affordability, advocating for comprehensive public education reforms, and fostering economic equality. He also proposed solutions for addressing zoning and vacant storefront issues in his district. Lasher received endorsements from local elected officials and organizations, including U.S. representative Jerrold Nadler and Manhattan Borough president Mark Levine.[1][2] He ran unopposed in the November general election.[6]
As of 2024, Lasher has served as the chair of the Riverside Park Conservancy, a nonprofit organization supporting the maintenance and improvement of Riverside Park.[2][6]
Personal life
[edit]Lasher lives on the Upper West Side of Manhattan with his family.[1]
References
[edit]- ^ a b c d e f g Kumar, Arundhati; Blum, Gillian (June 27, 2024). "Lasher Wins 69th District Assembly Primary, Northrup Runner Up in Five-Way Race". West Side Spirit. Retrieved 2024-11-24.
- ^ a b c d e Saltonstall, Gus (2024-05-30). "A WSR Conversation With Candidate Micah Lasher in the Run-Up to the UWS, Morningside Heights Assembly Election". West Side Rag. Retrieved 2024-11-24.
- ^ a b Lasher, Micah. "LinkedIn Page of Micah Lasher". LinkedIn. Retrieved March 9, 2025.
- ^ Parsnow, Luke (January 11, 2024). "Micah Lasher leaves post as Hochul's director of policy". Spectrum News 1 Central New York. Retrieved 2024-07-28.
- ^ "Governor Hochul Announces New Administration Appointments". www.governor.ny.gov. November 21, 2021. Retrieved 2025-03-09.
- ^ a b Silva, Manuela. "Micah Lasher wins primary for State Assembly District 69". Columbia Daily Spectator. Retrieved 2024-07-28.