www.michaelsimanowitz.com For Immediate Release: July 28, 2011 Contact: Ross M. Wallenstein Office: 718-969-5711 Cell: 917-602-2433 simanowitzforassembly@gmail.

com Michael Simanowitz, the Democratic nominee for New York State Assembly in the 27th district, was endorsed by the Service Employees International Union, Local 32BJ. Democrat Mike Simanowitz will be a powerful voice for New Yorks working families, said Hector Figueroa, Secretary Treasurer of 32BJ. We are proud to support him in his campaign for New York State Assembly and we look forward to mobilizing our members to make sure hes successful on September 13th. Simanowitz said: I feel honored to have the endorsement of 32BJ. I have always stood behind working men and women in Queens and I look forward to their members support on September 13th and beyond to keep our community the best place to raise our families. For over fifteen years, Simanowitz has been Chief of Staff to Assemblymember Nettie Mayersohn and has served as a Democratic District Leader in Queens. Simanowitz has been serving as a member of the New York Police Departments 107th Precinct Auxiliary Unit, serving as Commanding Officer for the last nine years. Simanowitz is running to succeed Mayersohn, who retired earlier this year after serving 28 years in the Assembly. There is a special election scheduled for September 13, 2011. ###