Thanks to All our Supporters Who Have Endorsed Mike for Columbia County
Court Judge!
Tyrone Hedgepeth
Endorses
Michael Howard
"I like Mike because I have known Mike Howard since I was a kid. He has always helped our community. He is always there for you."
Kamal Johnson, Mayor of Hudson
Endorses
Michael Howard
Kinderhook Democratic Committee Endorses Michael Howard for County Court Judge.
Richard (Dick) Tracy, former Mayor of Hudson Endorses Michael Howard
Victor Mendolia, former Chair of the Hudson City Democratic Committee Endorses Michael Howard
Stockport Democratic Committee Endorses Michael Howard
Upper Hudson Central Labor Council
"It is my honor and pleasure to endorse Michael C. Howard for Columbia County Court Judge. As a lifelong resident, Mike understands well the needs of our community. His experience, integrity and compassion make him uniquely qualified for this position. Public service is a privilege and I applaud Mike’s desire to serve his community."
-Tistrya Houghtling, Supervisor, Town of New Lebanon and Minority Leader, Columbia County Board of Supervisors
Additional Endorsements:
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The Hudson Democratic Committee
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The Clermont Democratic Committee
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The Austerlitz Democratic Committee
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The Copake Democratic Committee
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The Canaan Democratic Committee
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The Working Families Party

Hi Mr. Howard:
Congratulations on your primary victory.
It is the mission of the Upper Hudson Central Labor Council, to help working people and families achieve and maintain a better quality of life, which includes access to a fair and just legal system should they find themselves appearing before the Court.
At this time, the Upper Hudson Central Labor Council would like to offer you our endorsement for your candidacy for Judge in the 3rd Judicial District of Columbia County.
We trust and are confident that as an elected judge you will honor your commitments by reflecting the values of working people and families.
Please let me know if you need anything further from us.
Good luck in the general election on Tuesday, November 7th.
Thank you and congratulations again.
Cynthia Wolff
Recording Secretary
UHCLC
“The Livingston Democratic Committee is proud to announce their endorsement of Michael C. Howard for Columbia County Court Judge. Mike has the experience, integrity and compassion necessary for such a position and we believe he will treat those who come before him fairly and with respect and dignity. He will make an outstanding jurist.”
Pamela Kline
Chair, Livingston Democratic Committee
Peg Munves Endorses Michael Howard
It is my distinct pleasure to endorse Michael C. Howard for Columbia County Court Judge. He has dedicated his professional life to obtaining equal justice for all. Mike has all the qualities necessary to be a great county court judge including experience, compassion and integrity. I am thrilled to support his candidacy.
Peg Munves, Vice-President New Lebanon Democratic Association and New Lebanon Chair to the Columbia County Democratic Committee
The Stuyvesant Democratic Committee endorses Michael Howard for County Judge and applauds his forward looking judicial platform.
Lee Jamison
Chair, Stuyvesant Democratic Committee
"The Ghent Democratic Committee is proud to endorse Michael Howard for Columbia County Judge. His legal experience, compassionate demeanor and deep community ties will serve him well as our next County Judge."
Patti Matheney
Chair, Ghent Democratic Committee
ANCRAM DEMOCRATIC COMMITTEE ENDORSES MICHAEL C. HOWARD FOR COLUMBIA COUNTY JUDGE
ANCRAM, NY - The Ancram Democratic Committee is pleased to announce their endorsement of Michael C. Howard for Columbia County Court Judge. Throughout his 30 years of legal experience, Mike has been dedicated to helping people obtain justice. He possesses the most essential qualities a good judge should have: experience, objectivity, and compassion. We believe Mike will treat all who come before him with fairness, respect, and dignity. He will make an outstanding jurist.
Mary Murfitt
Chair, Ancram Democratic Committee
"The Gallatin Democratic Committee is proud to announce its endorsement of Michael C. Howard for Columbia County Court Judge. Mike has the independence, experience and integrity necessary to be our next County Court Judge and he understands the important role that a judge must play in ensuring a judicial system that is fair and equitable for all. We applaud his desire to continue to serve our community."
Harry Franklin
Chair, Gallatin Democratic Committee