Ron Kim (politician)

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During the COVID-19 pandemic in New York, Kim was one of the few New York elected Democrats who questioned Governor Cuomo’s handling of infections in nursing homes and the reporting of deaths of nursing home residents. According to Kim, Cuomo threatened to "destroy" him if he did not retract or change his statements. [50] [51]

Personal life

Kim and his wife, Alison Tan, reside with their three daughters in Flushing, Queens. [52]

On September 17, 2015, Kim tackled an alleged purse-snatcher, Daniel Fish, to the ground while walking to his office. He broke his own glasses as he took down and held the suspect until police arrived to arrest him. [53] Subsequently, Kim stated that he believed the suspect was suffering from a mental health problem, and expressed hope that the individual was not simply punished but also given the help and treatment he needed. Kim said that the incident, and the efforts to understand how the would-be mugger ended up in that situation, gave him more insight into the importance of effective policies to address homelessness, mental health problems, and other long-term issues. [54] [55]

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Ron Kim
Photo of Ron Kim, NYS Assembly Member.jpg
Member of the New York State Assembly
from the 40th district
Assumed office
January 1, 2013
New York State Assembly
Preceded by Member of the New York Assembly
from the 40th district
2013–present		Incumbent
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