New York State Assembly District 9

Current seat holder: Michael Durso.

Christopher Walis

Christopher Walis earned a high school diploma from West Babylon High School. Walis' career experience includes working in retail management. Christopher Walis

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“Taking on crooked school boards who waste taxpayer money attacking LGBTQIA students” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection (2026))
“Several generations of Long Islanders are seeing no future here on Long Island. A lack of affordable housing means that not only has the younger population moved away, but older generations are struggling with rising property taxes.” (Campaign website (walisforassembly09.com))

Michael Durso

Michael Durso was elected to the New York State Assembly on November 3, 2020. His district is comprised of parts of both Nassau and Suffolk counties, including South Farmingdale, Massapequa, Massapequa Park, West Babylon, Babylon, West Islip, Brightwaters, and portions of Fire Island and the Great South Bay area. Michael grew up in a blue-collar family in Massapequa Park.

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“Congratulations to the Bunger Family on this well-deserved tribute and thank you for all you do for the community. Charlie’s legacy will have a lasting impact on surfing and beyond.” (Official legislative newsroom (nyassembly.gov))
“Dana serves as Trustee for the Village of Massapequa Park and PTA President for East Lake Elementary School.” (Campaign website (dursoforny.com))

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