Kwani O'Pharrow | |
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Member of the New York State Assembly for the 11th district | |
Incumbent | |
Assumed office January 1, 2025 | |
Preceded by | Kimberly Jean-Pierre |
Personal details | |
Born | (1971-09-28) September 28, 1971 (age 53) Brooklyn, New York |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse | Cindy |
Children | 4 |
Residence(s) | West Babylon, New York |
Website | https://newyorkersforkwani.com/ |
Kwani O'Pharrow is an American politician. He has served in the New York State Assembly representing the 11th district since 2025. A Democrat, he represents parts of Suffolk and Nassau counties.
In the 2024 New York State Assembly election, he held the seat for the Democrats following then-incumbent Kimberly Jean-Pierre's decision not to stand for re-election.
Career
O'Pharrow's previous career included positions within the United States Navy and New York City Police Department. His most recent NYPD position was with the New York City Police Department Intelligence Bureau. He is also a boxing coach and served as President of Starrett City Boxing, a Brooklyn-based sports organization founded by his grandfather, James "Jimmy O" Pharrow. Prior to seeking political office, he was a community relations officer within the Brentwood Union Free School District.
References
- "Kwani O'Pharrow". Ballotpedia. Retrieved 2024-11-27.
- Eckardt, Jade (2024-11-06). "Results From The Race For New York Assembly District 11". www.patch.com. Retrieved 2024-11-27.
- Babirad, Christine Leigh (2024-09-26). "Kwani O'Pharrow running in 11th AD". www.amityvillerecord.com. Retrieved 2024-11-27.
- Moses, Amanda (2024-02-23). "Black History Month Spotlight: The Legacy of Jimmy O'Pharrow". www.springcreeksun.com. Retrieved 2024-11-27.
- Babirad, Christine Leigh (2024-09-26). "Kwani O'Pharrow running in 11th AD". www.amityvillerecord.com. Retrieved 2024-11-27.