Member of the US House of Representatives for New York’s 15th Congressional District; First Openly Gay Afro-Latino Person Elected to Congress
Ritchie Torres Biography
Ritchie Torres serves as a member of the United States House of Representatives, representing New York’s 15th Congressional District. He is the first openly gay Afro-Latino person elected to Congress. Torres is known for advocacy on issues including affordable housing, public health, and economic justice, and has contributed to national policy debates in these areas. His legislative work emphasizes transparency, accountability, and the advancement of marginalized communities.
Throughout his career, Torres has communicated complex policy issues to diverse audiences in Congress and public forums. He is frequently consulted for insights on urban policy, LGBTQ+ rights, and government reform, and has participated in televised interviews, panel discussions, and community events. His public speaking engagements focus on the challenges facing his constituents and the nation.
Torres’s work has been recognized with accolades for leadership in advancing equity and inclusion and for addressing systemic barriers in government and society. Open about the obstacles he has faced, Torres often discusses overcoming adversity, contributing to his credibility as a public speaker and policymaker.
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Ritchie Torres Videos
MLK Shabbat - Reflections from Rep. Ritchie Torres
We were honored to welcome Congressman Ritchie Torres to the bimah to commemorate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Discover ...
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