The New York League of Humane Voters (www.nylhv.org), the States largest and most influential lobby for animal welfare, announced today that it has endorsed Judge Leslie Crocker Snyder for Manhattan District Attorney. The organization has thousands of members in Manhattan and has pledged to do everything in its power to ensure Judge Snyders election.
NYLHV proudly and enthusiastically endorses Judge Leslie Crocker Snyder for Manhattan District Attorney, said John Phillips, NYLHVs executive director. Phillips, who lives in Manhattans East Village, added: Leslies spent her entire career fighting for the underdog, working to protect women and children and her record and experience in New Yorks criminal justice system are second to none. Her sensitivity towards animals is no surprise. Whether its her support for humane education or training prosecutors to deal with animal cruelty, Leslie understands animal protection. The DA can have a major impact on animal welfare and were confident Judge Snyder will be a champion for our cause.
In accepting the endorsement, Judge Snyder said, I'm incredibly grateful to have the support of NYLHV. As District Attorney I will proudly stand up for animal welfare and ensure that crimes against animals are treated with seriousness and compassion. My office will have a specific liaison to the animal welfare community and make certain that the public understands animal cruelty is unacceptable."
She is so great
horsesinnyc 2 years ago