Mariama James

Democratic District Leader in New York, New York

Mariama James is a candidate for New York State Assembly District 65 in State Assembly District 65, New York — 2026 Primary Election. Running as Democratic.

Also running: Grace Lee, Illapa Sairitupac, Jasmin Sanchez, Jacky Wong, Lilah Mejia, Helen Qiu, Yuh-Line Niou.

Mariama James is a lifelong resident of Lower Manhattan and the first Black woman to be elected as a District Leader in the community. She has a professional background of over 22 years in accounting and finance. James is a prominent advocate for 9/11 survivors and their families, an experience rooted in her own family's health struggles after the attacks. She is the Vice Chair of the New York County Democratic Party and has served extensively on community and school boards, including as PTA President and a member of Manhattan Community Board One.

Website: https://www.mariamajames.com/