Jordan Wright | |
|---|---|
| Member of theNew York State Assembly from the70th district | |
| Assumed office January 1, 2025 | |
| Preceded by | Inez Dickens |
| Personal details | |
| Born | New York City,New York, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Relatives | Keith L. T. Wright (father) Bruce M. Wright (grandfather) |
| Education | Syracuse University (BA) |
| Website | Campaign website |
Jordan J.G. Wright is an American politician from the state of New York. ADemocrat from Harlem, he was elected to theNew York State Assembly from the70th district in 2024.
Wright is the son of Manhattan Democratic Party chairmanKeith L.T. Wright.[1]
Wright first served as campaign manager duringYusef Salaam's2023 campaign for the9th district of theNew York City Council. Following the election, Wright served as Salaam's chief of staff. In January 2024, Wright launched his Assembly campaign. He received the support of Salaam, outgoing Assembly MemberInez Dickens, Assembly MemberAl Taylor of Manhattan, and former CongressmanCharles Rangel.[1] He received a plurality of votes in the June 25 Democratic primary.[2] He then prevailed in the 2024 general election.[3]
