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Aravella Simotas

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Aravella Simotas

Aravella Simotas (Αραβέλλα Σιμωτά, born October 9, 1978) is an American attorney and politician who served as a member of New York State Assembly from the 36th district from 2011 to 2020. She is a member of the Democratic Party. Her district covered parts of Western Queens, including Astoria and portions of Long Island City. She was defeated in 2020, losing the Democratic primary to Zohran Mamdani.

Infobox

Preceded by
Michael Gianaris
Succeeded by
Zohran Mamdani
Born
(1978-10-09) October 9, 1978 (age 47)Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe)
Political party
Democratic
Spouse
John Katsanos
Children
1
Education
Fordham University (BA, JD)
Occupation
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Website
Official website
Party
Democratic

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Preceded byMichael N. Gianaris
Preceded byMichael N. Gianaris
New York State Assembly
Preceded byMichael N. Gianaris
New York State Assembly
New York State Assembly 36th District January 1, 2011 – December 31, 2020
New York State Assembly
Succeeded byZohran Mamdani
New York State Assembly
Preceded byMichael N. Gianaris
New York State Assembly 36th District January 1, 2011 – December 31, 2020
Succeeded byZohran Mamdani

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    http://www.nydailynews.com/blogs/dailypolitics/2012/08/aravella-simotas-assemblywoman-mom
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