Dromm Endorsed by League of Humane Voters

The New York League of Humane Voters (NYLHV), a non-profit animal welfare group with more than 7,000 members, announced today that it is endorsing Democratic district leader Daniel Dromm for City Council in the 25th Council District. Dromm will face off against several challengers, including possibly the incumbent Council Member, in this September’s Primary.

“NYLHV proudly and enthusiastically endorses Danny Dromm for City Council. Danny is a fighter who isn’t afraid to take on the powers that be. In 1992, when Danny came out as an openly gay teacher, he knew it could cost him his job. He didn’t care. Danny was fighting for civil rights and that was more important than his job. That’s the kind of courage and leadership we need on the City Council,” said John Phillips, NYLHV’s executive director. “Danny will bring his strength and determination to the City Council where I know he will be a champion on animal protection issues. I look forward to working with him.”

Upon learning of the endorsement, Dromm issued the following statement:

"I am pleased and honored to accept the endorsement of the New York League of Humane Voters. I take animal rights very seriously. I look forward to continuing to be an advocate for legislation that the League has been fighting to pass. As an educator, I firmly believe that we must instill a respect for animals at an early age. As a member of the NYC Council, I will fight to ensure that existing humane education laws are enforced.

I will fight to remove carriage horses from NYC's streets and replace them with an equally viable tourist attraction. I will work to ensure that our animals are protected. I thank the League and I look forward to working with them in the future."