2026 Democratic Primary Recap

URGENT: David Siffert Race Too Close to Call

Our endorsed candidate, David Siffert, trails by just 56 votes in the race for the 66th Assembly District, and a recount is underway.

If you voted by mail, please take a moment to confirm that your ballot was received and counted. Every vote matters in a race this close.

➡️ Check your ballot status: https://requestballot.vote.nyc/tracking

Primary Election Results & Volunteer Thanks

VID members worked tirelessly on behalf of our endorsed candidates during an exceptionally competitive primary season, and we can't thank our dedicated volunteers enough!

While the results were mixed, we celebrate decisive victories by Comptroller Tom DiNapoli, Assemblymember Grace Lee, Council Member Carl Wilson, and Micah Lasher in NY-12. We are also eagerly awaiting the final certified results in the 66th Assembly District, where our endorsed candidate, David Siffert, trails by just 56 votes, and a recount is underway.*

In the 10th Congressional District, Congressman Dan Goldman was defeated by former New York City Comptroller Brad Lander in the Democratic primary. We thank Congressman Goldman for his outstanding service to Lower Manhattan and Brooklyn, particularly his leadership defending our democracy, standing up to corruption, protecting immigrant communities, and fighting for affordability. As a former federal prosecutor, Rep. Goldman led the first impeachment investigation of Donald Trump and, in Congress, championed legislation to close tax loopholes for the ultra-wealthy, strengthen consumer protections, expand educational opportunities, and secure millions of dollars in federal funding for local nonprofits, NYCHA developments, and community institutions throughout our district. Rep Goldman's concession speech here.

We also congratulate Brad Lander on his victory. He has a strong record of public service and has long championed many of the progressive values that VID shares. We look forward to working with him in the months and years ahead.

Several other VID-endorsed candidates did not appear on the primary ballot because they were unopposed. Governor Kathy Hochul, Attorney General Tish James, and State Senator Erik Bottcher automatically advance to the November General Election as the Democratic nominees. In addition, Sommer Omar and Ben Yee were unopposed for State Committee and were automatically elected.

As we turn our attention to the November General Election, the primary season is behind us. VID looks forward to supporting the Democratic nominees chosen by voters and working together to elect leaders who will defend our democracy, protect fundamental rights, and advance progressive values.

The latest election results can be found here.

* IMPORTANT: The Assembly District 66 race is separated by just 56 votes. If you voted by mail, please confirm that your ballot was received and counted using NYC's Ballot Tracker: https://requestballot.vote.nyc/tracking

Thank You, Volunteers and Canidates!

Democracy doesn't happen by itself. It depends on people who are willing to give up their weekends, stand on street corners, talk to voters, hand out literature, and do the often-unseen work that makes elections possible. We are enormously grateful to the following volunteers, candidates, and supporters who joined VID this weekend at Abingdon Square, City As School, and IS 70. Thank you for your commitment, your energy, and your belief that participation matters.

Volunteer with VID-Endorsed Campaigns

Petitioning may be over, but our work is just getting started. As we are gearing up for the June 23 primary, our endorsed candidates need your help to win. From canvassing and phonebanking to paid campaign roles, there are plenty of ways to plug in. Check out the VID-Endorsed Campaign Hub for the up-to-date volunteer opportunities and candidate events.

Thank you to all our petitioning volunteers!