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.
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]
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]
Lasher lives on the Upper West Side of Manhattan with his family. [1]