The NY-09 Congressional District encompasses the neighborhoods of Crown Heights, Midwood, and Flatlands.

YVETTE CLARKE, Democrat

Opponent: Menachem Raitport [Republican]

Congress Member Clarke is a longtime leader and is originally from central Brooklyn. Clarke is a Senior Member of both the House Energy and Commerce Committee and House Committee on Homeland Security, where she serves as Chair of the Cybersecurity, Infrastructure Protection, and Innovation Subcommittee. Clarke has been a member of the Congressional Black Caucus since coming to Congress in 2007 and today chairs its Immigration Task Force.

Where you can learn more: www.voteyvette.com