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Tkaczyk sworn in as New York senator

Jan 24, 2013 7:49 am
[caption id="" align="alignleft" width="218"] Cecilia Tkaczyk being sworn in Wed., Jan. 23. (Courtesy WNYT)[/caption]

Kyle Hughes of NYSNYS News reports Democrat Cecilia Tkaczyk (KAT-chik) took the oath of office as state senator, Wed., Jan. 23, after winning the 46th District race by a razor-thin margin over opponent Republican George Amedore. “It feels great, and it’s great to have so many people here supporting me,” said Tkaczyk. “... I’m here to represent everyone, regardless of party affiliation and where you live. ...If I can help you, I will.” The Schenectady County farmer and former school board vice president.was cheered loudly by Democrats who lined the Senate chamber and crowded a spectator gallery above. Among her priorities: Economic development and improved funding for public schools. Tkaczyk will serve a two-year term. Read the full story in the Daily Freeman.