James Skoufis (born October 18, 1987) is an American politician of the Democratic Party currently representing the 42nd District of the New York State Senate since 2023. Skoufis previously represented the 39th District prior to redistricting from 2019 to 2022.

My New York district is a microcosm of the country: suburbs, exurbs, rural areas, cities. It’s tough red territory. And I’ve won on tough Trump turf three times: outrunning Republicans and way outrunning Democrats. I’ve even won big when Democratic Governors faced red waves.

Nov 30, 2024 · State Senator James Skoufis of New York announced on Saturday what is certain to be a long-shot bid to become chairman of the Democratic National Committee, pitching himself as an outsider...

Nov 30, 2024 · New York state Sen. James Skoufis announced his long-shot bid for chairman of the Democratic National Committee on X on Saturday. Skoufis, who paints himself as an outsider, underdog and part of a new generation, said he intends to point to his successful record in his district that favors President-elect Donald Trump.

Nov 30, 2024 · State Sen. James Skoufis announced Saturday his candidacy to become the next chairman of the Democratic National Committee. The senator, representing most of Orange County and the Catskills,...

James Skoufis was recently re-elected to a fourth term in the New York State Senate. He’s a common-sense Democrat who has consistently outperformed the top of the ticket since 2012, with strong victories in his red district that Trump won three times over.

Nov 30, 2024 · New York State Sen. James Skoufis (D) launched his run to chair the Democratic National Committee (DNC) on Saturday, in a bid to “rebuild” the party following widespread losses on Election...

Dec 2, 2024 · New York state Sen. James Skoufis is running to be the next chair of the Democratic National Committee, the lawmaker announced over the weekend. “I’m an outsider, but I know how to win. We’re losing on politics, messaging, organizing and policy.

Dec 2, 2024 · The 37-year-old senator, who represents much of Orange County and just won a fourth term, announced his campaign for Democratic National Committee chairman on Saturday with a video that touted...

State Sen. James Skoufis ended his long-shot campaign to become the next Democratic party leader on Thursday morning. Skoufis, a 37-year-old Cornwall Democrat, surprised many by announcing in...