Evan Menist

Poughkeepsie City Councilman running for New York State Senate in District 39. Never bought, never bossed - Running to rebuild a broken system.

[Evan Menist @EvanMenist]

@LeadersWeDeserv understands that, and I’m proud to have their endorsement as we build a multi-racial, multi-generational, cross-class movement fighting for affordable homes, universal healthcare & childcare, and an economy that works for everyone, not just those at the top.

[Evan Menist @EvanMenist]

Honored to have the support of @Leaderswedeserv!

For too long, billionaires and corporate special interests have called the shots in Albany while working families across the Hudson Valley fall further behind.

[David Hogg 🟧 @davidhogg111]

Building progressive power at the state leg. level is the best way to fight back against Trump + deliver results for working families. @AberKawas & @EvanMenist will be strong additions to the NY State Senate, fighting to deliver Zohran's bold agenda and leading with moral clarity.

[Evan Menist @EvanMenist]

I’m running to rebuild a broken system, and that requires a new generation of leaders willing to actually fight for bold ideas — not just manage the problem.

[Evan Menist @EvanMenist]

Proud to be endorsed by @CaringMRising! I’m committed to holding corporations accountable for exploiting and profiting off of our home care system. I’m honored to stand with CMR to ensure taxpayer dollars meant for care make it to the consumers and caregivers who need it most.

[Caring Majority Rising @CaringMRising]

BREAKING: Caring Majority Rising is proud to announce our 2026 Candidates Who Care endorsement slate! We are standing behind these candidates because they understand what is at stake for our members and for the millions of New Yorkers who depend on home care.

These 46 incumbents and challengers have committed to building a home care system that works for the people who depend on it, not Wall Street and private equity.

They have committed to fighting for fair pay for home care workers, for real oversight of how Medicaid dollars are spent, and for removing corporate middlemen from a system that should exist to serve people, not maximize profits.

Our endorsement means that these candidates have earned the trust of home care workers, older and disabled New Yorkers, and family caregivers to deliver a New York that truly prioritizes care over profits.

We are proud to stand behind candidates who recognize that New Yorkers deserve Care Not Corruption – let’s get these champions elected!

With hope,
The Caring Majority Rising Endorsement Team

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Join our Joint Day of Action for @ryderkessler, @EliNorthrup, and @EvanMenist!
June 3, 6PM
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[Evan Menist @EvanMenist]

I’m proud to have the support of @OpenNYForAll and looking forward to organizing together to end the crushing housing crisis in the Hudson Valley!

[Open New York @OpenNYForAll]

We’re proud to support @EvanMenist for Senate District 39.

As a City of Poughkeepsie Council Member, Evan helped lead a comprehensive plan and citywide rezoning, taking on exactly the kind of local land-use fights that matter for housing. In a competitive district, he’s ready to keep pushing for more homes across the Hudson Valley.

[New York Progressive Action Network @NYPANetwork]

We’re proud to endorse Evan Menist for NY Senate District 39!

A Poughkeepsie public servant fighting for working families, Evan is ready to take on corporate power and deliver real change for New Yorkers.

[Evan Menist @EvanMenist]

If we can tax the ultra-wealthy’s vacation homes in NYC, we can do the same with lavish estates in the Hudson Valley. If you can afford a $5M HV compound for a few weekends in the fall, you can afford a little extra to support HV schools, hospitals, & infrastructure.
#taxtherich

[Ben Oreskes @boreskes]

NEW: As New York leaders argue over whether to raise taxes on high earners to help solve NYC’s multibillion-dollar budget gap, Gov. Kathy Hochul has decided to push for a yearly tax aimed at second homes in the city that are worth $5 million or more. https://t.co/orLkq3oRR2

[Evan Menist @EvanMenist]

“A whole civilization will die tonight.” Is he considering nuclear weapons? 25th amendment now. Impeach immediately.

[Evan Menist @EvanMenist]

The message is clear, we can fund housing, universal childcare, healthcare, utility reform, access to fresh, healthy food, and so much more if we simply make the billionaires and big corporations pay their fair share.

[Evan Menist @EvanMenist]

It was a great day at the Capitol yesterday rallying with regular people from all across New York State and dozens of assembly members and senators who are fighting to Invest In Our New York.

[Evan Menist @EvanMenist]

While I was there for the rally, I was also there for Tin Cup Day and lobbied our legislators for funding for local municipalities.

[Evan Menist @EvanMenist]

That is the tradition we carry forward today, building a movement that brings people together across lines of race, class, and culture to demand a democracy that works for the many, not the few. The struggle for justice continues.

[Evan Menist @EvanMenist]

Today we honor and salute Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., his life, his leadership, and his fight for equality and justice for people of color and economically oppressed people everywhere.

[Evan Menist @EvanMenist]

Dr. King taught that justice requires unity, courage, and a willingness to challenge entrenched power.

[Evan Menist @EvanMenist]

I cannot thank you enough for your faith in our campaign. Onwards!

[Evan Menist @EvanMenist]

I’m thrilled to announce that we've raised over $140,000 for this campaign, outraised our primary opponent by 20%, and have more money in the bank than the Republican incumbent!!!

[Evan Menist @EvanMenist]

You chipped in what you could and showed everyone that our movement is about choosing leadership that listens, understands the real cost of living, and is prepared to fight for working families every single day in District 39.