David Weprin
David Ira Weprin (born May 2, 1956) is a Democratic member of the New York State Assembly, representing District 24 in Queens since 2010, when he replaced his brother Mark. In the Assembly he has supported progressive causes, such as a surcharge on millionaires, and granting immediate parole to prisoners who have reached 55 years of age and served 15 years in prison, regardless of their sentence. He was previously a member of the New York City Council, representing the 23rd district. He is also a former Deputy Superintendent of the NY State Banking Commission (1983–87).
David Weprin | |
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| Member of the New York State Assembly from the 24th district | |
| Assumed office February 9, 2010 | |
| Preceded by | Mark Weprin |
| Member of the New York City Council from the 23rd district | |
| In office January 1, 2002 – December 31, 2009 | |
| Preceded by | Sheldon S. Leffler |
| Succeeded by | Mark Weprin |
| Personal details | |
| Born | May 2, 1956 New York City, New York, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouses | Roselyn Weisstuch (divorced)Ronni (m. 1990) |
| Education | State University of New York, Albany (BA) Hofstra University (JD) |
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| Website | Official website |
In 2009, Weprin lost in the Democratic primary for NYC Comptroller, coming in last with 10.6% of the vote. In 2011, Weprin lost a special election to Republican Bob Turner to fill Anthony Weiner's former seat in New York's 9th congressional district in the US House of Representatives, with 46% of the vote; the first time a Democrat had not won the district in 88 years.