Squadron today also reaffirmed his pledge not to accept contributions from lobbyists, PACs or corporations. "People are hungry for real independence and a focus on working hard to get results - exactly the reason that so many people have gotten behind this effort," Squadron said. "Without accepting contributions from corporations, PACs or lobbyists we have built a strong campaign that will bring the people of the 25th Senate District the independent, progressive representation we so sorely need."

In another sign of deep grassroots support, last week Squadron's campaign filed over 8,000 petition signatures, more than eight times the number required to get on the ballot. He also won the endorsement of The New York Hotel and Motel Trades Council, AFL-CIO (HTC), a 30,000-member union, and The Metropolitan Area Joint Board, Local 23-25, a garment-workers union affiliated with UNITE HERE!. Together, these unions have over 2,000 members and retirees in the 25th Senate district.