Joseph Crowley

Joseph Crowley is an American politician who served as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives from New York from 1999 to 2018. He was a prominent figure within the Democratic Party, particularly known for representing parts of Queens and the Bronx. Crowley held leadership roles, including being the chair of the Democratic Caucus, making him one of the highest-ranking House Democrats. He focused on issues like immigration, healthcare, and education, working to serve his constituents and influence national policy. In 2018, he ran for Congress but was defeated in a Democratic primary by Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.