Candidate Profile: Edward Flood For New York Assembly District 4

TOWN OF BROOKHAVEN, NY — Election Day is right around the corner, and voters will choose between incumbent Democrat state Assemblyman Steve Englebright and Republican challenger Edward Flood in the general election on Nov. 8 for New York State Assembly District 4.

The 4th State Assembly District covers Port Jefferson, Port Jefferson Station, Stony Brook, Setauket, Terryville, Belle Terre, Strongs Neck, Poquott, and parts of Coram, Selden, and Gordon Heights.

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.

Name

Edward A. Flood

Campaign website

https://www.floodforny.com

City or town of residence

Port Jefferson

Office sought

NYS Assembly 4th District

Party affiliation

Republican/Conservative

Education

BS & JD

Occupation

Attorney - 12 Years

Family

Wife, 5 Children

Does anyone in your family work in politics or government?

No

Age

40

Previous public office, appointive or elective

No

Why are you seeking this office?

"New York has become less safe and unaffordable."

What are the major differences between you and the other candidates seeking this post?

"We differ on how to revive our economy, criminal justice reform, he voted for bail reform, less is more, raise the age. I oppose those matters."

If you are challenging an incumbent, in what way has the current officeholder failed the community?

"Under his watch, inflation has skyrocketed, neighborhoods have become less safe. He has voted for bloated budgets with terrible policy measures included."

What other issues do you intend to address during your campaign?

"Economy, criminal justice, separating policy from the budget, one-party control, transparency in government, the environment, housing costs and retaining our youth from outward migration."

What accomplishments in your past would you cite as evidence you can handle this job?

"I am the owner of a small business and a prosecutor for the Town of Brookhaven. I have managed a budget that my family and employees rely upon. I have also held those people responsible who have hurt the quality of life of residents of the Town of Brookhaven and those who would commit environmental crimes.

"I was previously the Chief of Staff to former NYS Assemblyman Dean Murray, which I learned valuable experience in how the Albany Process works."

What is the best advice anyone ever gave you?

"One person can make a difference. Set your goals high."

Is there anything else you would like voters to know about yourself and your positions?

"I am a lifelong resident of the district."