Politics & Government
Candidate Profile: Aamir Sultan For New York Assembly District 10
The challenger shares why he should be elected for the 2022 election. Check out the full Q&A with Patch inside the article.
SUFFOLK COUNTY, NY — Election Day is right around the corner, and voters will choose between incumbent Democratic state Assemblyman Steve Stern and Republican challenger Aamir Sultan in the general election on Nov. 8 for New York State Assembly District 10.
The 10th district covers Huntington, South Huntington, Huntington Station, Huntington Bay, Cold Spring Harbor, Lloyd Harbor, Dix Hills, West Hills, Melville, and part of East Farmingdale.
In anticipation of the election, Patch asked candidates in the contested races to answer questions about their campaigns and will publish candidate profiles as election day draws near. Here are their answers, lightly edited for clarity.
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Name
Aamir Sultan
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Campaign website
City or town of residence
Dix Hills
Office sought
New York State Assembly
Party affiliation
Republican / Conservative
Education
Undergrad , Post Grad
Occupation
Computer Scientist
Family
5-year-old son
Does anyone in your family work in politics or government?
No
Age
Previous public office, appointive or elective
Suffolk County Asian American Advisory Board.
Why are you seeking this office?
"To fight crime, inflation and lawlessness in my district and state."
What are the major differences between you and the other candidates seeking this post?
"I am a pro-police, experienced business owner, immigrant living the American dream."
If you are challenging an incumbent, in what way has the current officeholder failed the community?
"Crime, inflation, lawlessness."
What other issues do you intend to address during your campaign?
"Parental rights, skills-based training."
What accomplishments in your past would you cite as evidence you can handle this job?
"Successful business owner, working with county executive board and serving minorities from eight different countries."
What is the best advice anyone ever gave you?
"Be honest, Work hard, leave rest to God."
Is there anything else you would like voters to know about yourself and your positions?
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