Samra Brouk
American politician (born 1986)
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Samra Brouk (born May 20, 1986) is an American politician from the state of New York. A Democrat, Brouk has represented the 55th district of the New York State Senate, which is based in Rochester and its eastern suburbs, since January 2021.[1]
Samra Brouk | |
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| Member of the New York State Senate from the 55th district | |
| Assumed office January 1, 2021 | |
| Preceded by | Rich Funke |
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| Born | May 20, 1986 |
| Party | Democratic |
| Education | Williams College (B.A.) |
| Website | Campaign website Official website |
Early career
The daughter of Ethiopian immigrants, Brouk was born and raised in Rochester and nearby Pittsford. After graduating from Williams College and serving in the Peace Corps,[2] Brouk held jobs at non-profits including DoSomething and Chalkbeat.[3]
Political history
In November 2019, Brouk launched her campaign for the 55th district of the New York State Senate, running against Republican incumbent Rich Funke.[4] A month later, however, Funke chose to retire rather than seek a fourth term.[5] Brouk faced no opposition in the Democratic primary and won the general election over Republican Christopher Missick, winning 57% of the vote to his 42%, flipping the seat.[6]
New York State Senate
Brouk is currently the chair of the Mental Health Committee, and she is a member of the Aging Committee, the Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Committee, the Education Committee, the Elections Committee, the Health Committee, and the Women's Issues Committee.[7]
Personal life
Brouk lives in Rochester with her husband, Brian.
