Josh Taveras For New York State Senate

Josh Taveras For New York State Senate Orphan • Child of Immigrants • Fighter
Running for NY State Senate District 8
🗳️ Democrat
🌟 Taveras for the People

09/09/2026

I’m not a millionaire, a lawyer, or a career politician.

I’m a retail store manager right here on Long Island. I know what it’s like to work early opening shifts, balance tight budgets, deal with sky-high rent, and watch paychecks get eaten up by grocery bills and healthcare costs.

The politicians sitting in Albany haven’t worried about paying rent or choosing between groceries and prescriptions in decades. They’re out of touch with what everyday working people on the South Shore face.

Albany doesn’t need more political insiders. It needs working people who live the reality. That’s why I’m running for NY State Senate in District 8.

Tap the link in my bio to chip in $5 or join our grassroots campaign! ✨

Excited to join the Islip Democratic Committee Town Hall with a great line-up of candidates on October 3rd from 11:00 AM...
09/04/2026

Excited to join the Islip Democratic Committee Town Hall with a great line-up of candidates on October 3rd from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Greenwood Hall in East Islip!

This is a fantastic opportunity to hear directly from Democratic leaders in our community and discuss the future of New York. Make your voice heard.

I’m proud to be a part of this amazing slate of candidates working to create real progress for Islip and New York State. Can’t wait to see you there!

Huge news: I’m officially endorsed by Run for Something Run for Something is dedicated to backing young, progressive, an...
09/01/2026

Huge news: I’m officially endorsed by Run for Something

Run for Something is dedicated to backing young, progressive, and working-class leaders who are ready to build real change from the ground up. Our communities deserve leadership rooted in lived experience, accountability, and a vision for the future, not business as usual.

This movement isn’t just about winning a seat; it’s about making sure our voices are heard in the halls of power.

We’re just getting started. Tap the link in bio to join our team, volunteer, and help us build this together. 🗳️✨

Grassroots power is how we win. Under New York’s public campaign finance program, small in-district donations are multip...
08/24/2026

Grassroots power is how we win. Under New York’s public campaign finance program, small in-district donations are multiplied up to 12x, turning community support into real resources.

To unlock that funding and qualify, we need to hit our in-district qualifying threshold of $12,000, which turns into up to $144,000 to fight for the South Shore. We haven’t hit that milestone yet, and we need your help to get across the finish line.

Every dollar counts toward unlocking the full match to flip this seat blue:

$10 becomes $130

$25 becomes $325

$50 becomes $650

👉 Chip in today at the link in bio and help us reach our $12,000 goal!

08/20/2026

These aren’t talking points. These are the receipts.

When people claim that systemic disparities are a thing of the past, the data tells a completely different story:

Education: Non-white school districts receive $23 billion less every year compared to predominantly white districts serving the same number of students ($2,200 less per child).

Representation: It took over 100 years just to rebuild legislative representation erased during the Jim Crow era.

Justice: Drivers of color face vastly disproportionate traffic stops and searches across major metros.

Ignoring the data won’t solve the problem—informed policy and systemic change will.

Hit follow for more facts-first breakdowns, and share this video to keep the conversation honest. ✊

The energy in the room yesterday was truly unmatched! Honored to have moderated an incredible panel for Left on Long Isl...
08/17/2026

The energy in the room yesterday was truly unmatched!

Honored to have moderated an incredible panel for Left on Long Island’s Conversation with Gen Z & Local Leaders. We tackled the real issues hitting our communities every day, housing affordability, data infrastructure, and the future of Long Island.

Huge thank you to Holly and Magda for hosting, directing, and creating a space filled with so much kindness, positivity, and genuine care. Hearing everyone voice their perspectives, and giving our amazing lineup of local and federal candidates the floor to share their visions, proved just how ready Long Island is for real change.
We’re keeping this momentum rolling all the way to November.

Let’s get these leaders across the finish line and deliver the real solutions our communities deserve! 🗳️✨

08/12/2026

Look at this map. Seriously, look at it.

Out of nearly 200 countries in the world, the United States is part of a tiny minority that doesn’t guarantee universal healthcare to its people.

We live in the wealthiest nation on Earth, yet millions of families are one medical emergency away from financial ruin. No one should go bankrupt just for trying to stay alive. Healthcare isn’t a luxury for the rich, it’s a basic human right.

Hit that + / follow button if you’re ready for real healthcare reform in New York! 🗽

08/07/2026

If you think birthright citizenship is safe, think again. ⚠️🚨

A new proposal in Congress, the “End Birthright Citizenship for Territories Act”, is targeting U.S. territories like Puerto Rico, Guam, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Because territorial citizenship was granted by statute rather than direct constitutional guarantees, politicians think they can strip away automatic protections on U.S. soil.

As legal scholar Efrén Rivera Ramos and civil rights advocates warn, treating Americans in U.S. territories as “lesser citizens” sets a dangerous precedent for all of us.

We CANNOT stay silent while fundamental rights are eroded.

Share this video to spread the word, and hit follow to stand up for equal rights for ALL Americans. ✊🇺🇸🇵🇷

08/06/2026

Top-line numbers don’t pay the bills. 📉

TV politicians can preach about “booming statistics” all day, but that doesn’t change the price tag at the grocery store or the cost of keeping the lights on.

We don’t need economic spin on Long Island, we need real relief. Affordable housing, lower prescription costs, and jobs that actually keep up with the cost of living.

I want to hear from you directly: What’s the single biggest expense straining your family’s budget right now? Let’s talk in the comments 👇

08/06/2026

New York is ONE seat away from making history.

Imagine a New York where a doctor’s visit doesn’t break the bank, no deductibles, no copays, just quality coverage for every single family. Winning District 8 means gaining the power to pass universal healthcare statewide and lead the nation.

We have the power to flip this seat, but it takes all of us. Tap the link in bio to volunteer, chip in, and join the movement today! 🗽✨

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