Rep. Elise Stefanik, U.S. Congresswoman representing New York’s 21st district since 2015, addressed a range of topics in a series of recent posts on her official social media account.
On December 14, Stefanik acknowledged Hanukkah and expressed concern about rising antisemitism. She stated, “Happy Hanukkah to all those celebrating in New York and around the world. This year’s Festival of Lights comes at a very challenging time for Jewish families, following a scourge of heinous antisemitic attacks including last night at Bondi Beach. Antisemitism has no place in https://t.co/qfwz83XhJu”.
The following day, December 15, she highlighted the recognition given to military personnel from Fort Drum. In her post, she wrote, “#NY21 is incredibly blessed with the Fort Drum heroes of the @drum10thmtn who were honored in the Oval Office. Thank you for the shout out from my friend, patriot, & fellow Upstate NYer @RealTomHoman Climb to Glory! https://t.co/Jxqaiw8riq”.
On December 16, Stefanik discussed her decade-long advocacy for expanding milk options in schools. She posted: “For the past decade, I have worked with constituents, parents, kids, families, and dairy farmers to expand children’s access to whole and flavored milk in schools to deliver nutritious and healthy dairy products to help children grow and develop. The Whole Milk for Healthy Kids”.
Stefanik was born in Albany in 1984 and currently resides in Schuylerville. She graduated from Harvard University with an AB degree.
