Micah Lasher
Profile
Micah Lasher is an American politician currently serving as a member of the New York State Assembly for District 69, representing areas including Manhattan Valley and the Upper West Side. A former child magic prodigy and journalist, Lasher built a career in political consulting and government service, holding roles such as Director of State Legislative Affairs for Mayor Michael Bloomberg, Chief of Staff to Attorney General Eric Schneiderman, and Director of Policy for Governor Kathy Hochul. His legislative priorities include housing affordability, public education reform, and economic equality. Lasher is currently a candidate for the U.S. House of Representatives in New York's 12th congressional district, advocating for progressive policies such as Medicare for All and the protection of democratic norms.
Details
- Born
- December 18, 1981 · 44 years old
- Birth place
- Manhattan, New York City, United States
- Education
- Stuyvesant High School, New York University
- Career
- Political consultant, lobbyist, executive director of StudentsFirstNY, Head of Policy and Communications at Sidewalk Labs
