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Working For Suffolk Families

Repurposing county land for homes • Reducing costs on everyday purchases • Protecting our beaches and safety.

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    Portrait of Leigh‑Ann Barde

    Hi, I'm Leigh‑Ann

    I’m a working mom, a lifelong neighbor, and a community advocate who’s tired of seeing Suffolk families feel like they’re on their own. I know how hard it is to raise a family here — I’ve lived that struggle every single day.

    My journey — as a mother of four (including two with special needs), a volunteer, and now Chair of the Islip Town Democrats — has been about standing up when others don’t, showing up when it’s hard, and making space for families like ours to be heard.

    “I’m not a career politician — I’m a neighbor who believes we deserve more. That’s why I’m running.”
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    What I’m Fighting For

    Every family in Suffolk County deserves to feel heard, supported, and secure. Here's where I stand on the issues that matter most to our community.

    Workforce Housing from County-Owned Land

    In Suffolk County, the largest owner of property is the County itself — much of which is underutilized. I believe we should repurpose county-owned land, especially those no longer needed for government use, to create workforce housing without disturbing undeveloped land.

    Lowering Costs for Suffolk Families

    Residents across Suffolk are dealing with rising costs and instability caused by federal policies. As your Legislator, I will push to waive sales tax on daily necessities like energy bills, saving families every cent we can.

    Accessible and Affordable Child Care

    As a mom, I understand how tough it is to find safe and affordable child care. No one should pay more for daycare than their mortgage. I will prioritize increasing county funding to help parents lower these costs and keep children safe.

    Protecting Long Island's Environment

    Our environment is our heritage. I will fight for clean drinking water, healthy beaches, and investments to protect us from future storms. I’ll also advocate for our marine industries and remediate issues like Lake Ronkonkoma's contamination.

    Safer Communities for Everyone

    Every resident deserves to feel safe. I’ll work with Suffolk County Police to ensure our communities have what they need — including tools, training, and trust — to protect and serve, and return home safely at day’s end.