“I find the alleged acts of Assmeblywoman Pamela Harris to be reprehensible and disgusting. As a representative of residents who lost homes and businesses due to disastrous flooding this past summer, I am appalled. While we continue to fight with FEMA to help our community recover and make our residents whole again, this woman has stolen from funds reserved for victims of Hurricane Sandy who are dealing with similar and worse.

“As a member of the New York State Assembly who is charged with representing the people of this state, I am embarrassed. This is yet another example of the rampant corruption that goes on in Albany, something I have vowed to fight against. Ms. Harris is now among a growing group of disgraced legislators who believe they are above the law. Given the seriousness of the charges facing her, it is clear that Ms. Harris is unable to fairly and honestly represent the people of her district. I am calling for Ms. Harris to resign her office and the right to represent the people she defrauded and stole from, immediately. This must end.”