Jordan Wright
Representative · State house · New York · District 70
Democratic
Biography
Jordan J.G. Wright is a dedicated public servant and the Assemblyman for New York’s 70th District in Harlem. A lifelong New Yorker and resident of Central Harlem, Jordan graduated from Syracuse University in 2017 with a degree in psychology. After college, Jordan worked as an educator in multiple Manhattan schools, serving as a trusted mentor to countless students, with many of whom he continues to stay in close touch. Jordan’s time as an educator has informed the great emphasis he puts on strengthening our education system through his work in the Assembly. Jordan also served for a number of years on his local community board, honing his passions for affordable housing, healthcare access, and public safety for his community. Jordan’s tenure coincided with the Covid-19 pandemic, which highlighted the need for responsive local government for all Harlem residents. More recently, Jordan served as Chief of Staff for New York City Council Member Yusef Salaam. In that capacity, Jordan focused on delivering strong constituent services before resigning to take his seat in the Assembly in January 2025.
On the record
- Education
- Syracuse University, degree in psychology, 2017
- Profession
- Public servant; Educator; Chief of Staff
- Religion
- St. Phillip’s Episcopal Church
Contact
- Capitol office
- Room 532, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248 · 518-455-4793
- Phone
- 518-455-4793
- wrightjj@nyassembly.gov