Editorial: Bosworth in Nassau 10th District
Judi Bosworth, Democratic candidate for the Nassau County Legislature 10th District (May 24, 2011) Credit: David Pokress
Elizabeth Berney's 30-year career as a lawyer equips her with a solid and relevant background for the county legislature. The 56-year-old Great Neck Republican has experience in tax and contracts law, fashioning bid requests, licensing and litigation. Nassau County finds itself busy in many of these areas.
Berney ran unsuccessfully for Congress last year against Rep. Gary Ackerman (D-Roslyn Heights); her experience is better suited to her current quest, to unseat Judi Bosworth, 63, a Democrat from Great Neck who is seeking a third term.
But Bosworth is a fully engaged legislator with few weaknesses a challenger can exploit. As a member of the legislature's Democratic minority, she plays a key role in forcing the Republican majority and the county administration to vet their initiatives. She complains of being shut out, but should continue her loyal opposition and lead even more aggressively in her next term.
Bosworth's discussions with social service leaders could bring about much-needed consolidation of county contract agencies; she should pursue these ideas. Newsday endorses Bosworth.
