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George Latimer Discusses His Move From Westchester to Washington
Former County Executive George Latimer brings his years of experience and successful style to Congress.
Now representing the 16th Congressional District of New York in the U.S. House of Representatives, former Westchester County Executive George Latimer brings more than 30 years of experience in public service to his new role in D.C.
The Rye resident first served on the town’s city council, then as a Westchester County Legislator, a member of the New York State Assembly, and a State Senator, before becoming a two-term county leader. With a nod to his age, he calls himself a “freshman in his seventh decade,” and says he is excited to bring the personality traits and attitude that have fueled his local success to the national stage.
We spoke with the newly sworn-in congressman (now serving on the House Foreign Affairs Committee and the House Committee on Small Business) for some reflections on his tenure and what lies ahead.
As County Executive, you run a government which in its entirety