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Cindy Rowzee, middle, is running for Town Supervisor. Sara Pruiksma, left, and Yvonne Shackleton, right, are both vying for town council.ContributedShow MoreShow Less
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Carver Laraway, left, owner of the Port of Coeymans and Coeymans Supervisor Steve Flach during ground breaking ceremonies for a new bridge over the Coeymans Creek near the Port of Coeymans Thursday August 14, 2014, in Coeymans, NY. Flach narrowly lost in a contentious re-election as voters had concerns the supervisor was too favorable to Laraway. In March 2021, Flach - as head of Camp Pinnacle in New Scotland - hosted a constitutional liberty event where Albany County Legislator George Langdon IV made homophobic comments. (John Carl D Annibale / Times Union)John Carl D AnnibaleShow MoreShow Less
Albany County Legislator George Langdon announced his resignation following backlash over homophobic remarks he made at an event in Voorheesville that were caught on tape.
Apr 5, 2021
Albany County Legislator George Langdon announced his resignation following backlash over homophobic remarks he made at an event in Voorheesville that were caught on tape.
Langdon released the following statement on Monday afternoon.
During the past several days, I have taken time to reflect and consider how to best serve our community moving forward. It is with a heavy heart that I have decided to resign my seat at the Albany County Legislature.
I again express my sincerest apologies to all those who were hurt by my rash and thoughtless statements. It was never my intention to single-out or target anyone. I truly believe every individual should have the right to life and liberty in their pursuit of happiness.
McCoy also offered new initiatives in fostering a better quality of life for Albany County moving forward. Indeed, this eveningâs address is like no other. The first known case of coronavirus in Albany County was on March 12, 2020, McCoy said. [It now] marks a year that we have been at war against COVID-19 and continue in our battle against this deadly disease every minute of every day. We are closing in our enemy and I shall accept nothing short of full victory.
- Advertisement - Now is not the time to soften or relax. I have been vigilant throughout this pandemic. And to be sure, I shall remain vigilant and use all resources to deliver the final blow that will return our community back to safety, McCoy explained on beating back the pandemic.