Special election volunteer opportunities

Candidates for the special election next week to replace Sheldon Silver are looking for volunteers.

Alice Cancel
Alice Cancel
The campaign of Alice Cancel (D) is looking for help on election day (Tuesday, April 19) handing out flyers at polling sites. If you are interested, go to campaign headquarters at 34 Monroe Street to sign up, or email electalicecancel@gmail.com.

Lester Chang
Lester Chang
Lester Chang (R) has a signup form on his website with a few volunteer options, including Walk in the District for Lester Chang, Volunteer to Get Out The Vote, and Be a Poll Worker.

Yuh-Line Niou
Yuh-Line Niou
The local organizer for Yuh-Line Niou (WFP) sent me a more detailed message to share with cooperators. The campaign is organizing phone banks and door-to-door campaigning on the following days:

  • Friday, April 15th, 12pm – 9pm
  • Saturday, April 16th, 12pm – 9pm
  • Sunday, April 17th, 12pm – 9pm
  • Monday, April 18th, 12pm – 9pm
  • Election Day — Tuesday, April 19th, 6am – 9pm

If you’re interested, contact Coop Village Organizer David Weinberg at 917-232-4917 or email him at dmweinberg1@gmail.com for more information and to schedule a time to volunteer.