Brian Benjamin - black jewish lieutenant governor of New York

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NEW DEPUTY Gov. Kathy Hochul has chosen Brian Benjamin, a New York state senator whose district includes part of the Upper West Side, as her lieutenant governor. Here's his 2017 Rosh Hashanah message to constituents.  https://www.jta.org/2021/08/26/newsletter/uws-state-senator-to-be-hochuls-deputy-yu-student-laments-rape-response-jewish-groups-support-afghan-refugees

L'Shanah Tovah!

September 20, 2017 ISSUE: HOLIDAYS

Happy Rosh Hashanah
Dear Neighbor,

Happy New Year! Tonight is the first night of Rosh Hashanah, the night our Jewish sisters and brothers will be dipping apples in honey and greeting each other with "L'Shanah Tovah," a wish for a sweet and good year.

Much like January 1st, Rosh Hashanah is an opportunity to review our past and plan for our future. To accept what has happened and to commit to do better. The sound of the Shofar, a ram's horn ritualistically blown on Rosh Hashanah, calls us together to recommit to our values, our community, and to each other.

To all my Jewish friends – enjoy your celebration. I look forward to facing the coming year's joys and challenges with you by my side and a fresh sense of resolve.

L'Shanah Tovah,

Brian A. Benjamin
New York State Senator, District 30

Currently we are unsure about Brian's religion.  However, rumors are suggesting that he is jewish.
https://celebpie.com/senator-brian-benjamin-wife-family-is-he-jewish/