Meet Eric Stevenson: the Latest NY Pol Embroiled in Corruption Scandal

By
Colby Hamilton
WNYC News | Apr 4, 2013

The latest New York elected official accused of corruption, Democratic Assemblyman Eric Stevenson, has a well-known last name in the South Central Bronx.

Both Stevenson and his father have been deeply involved in Bronx politics as district leaders. His grandfather, Edward A. Stevenson, Senior, was the first Jamaican-born member of the New York Assembly.

Eric Stevenson grabbed headlines last year for pocketing tens of thousands in tax-payer funded payments for days spent in Albany –the most of any member that year.

Stevenson worked under City Council Speaker Christine Quinn for three years as a legislative researcher before being elected to the Assembly in 2010. He won reelection last year with more than 80 percent of the vote.

Profile Image
Colby Hamilton

WNYC is funded by sponsors and member donations

Top Stories

Rahm Emanuel Says Israel’s Path Is “Not Sustainable Politically.” Plus, the Critic Richard Brody on “The Odyssey”

A likely Democratic presidential candidate says the U.S. must end unconditional support for Israel. Emanuel explains his proposal for Middle East peace, and his position on trans rights.
The New Yorker Radio Hour |

Smoke-filled skies are new normal for NYC summers, experts warn

Climate change has caused wildfires in Canada to grow more frequent and more intense, which creates a viscous cycle as the blazes pump more carbon into the atmosphere.
Gothamist |

From Subpoenas to Cockroaches: Journalist Intimidation 101

Plus, a documentary about the eBay stalking scandal.
On the Media |

Join us for a live series on what it means to make New York more affordable

We’re holding community events across New York City, “In Conversation: The Affordability Series,” through the rest of the year to explore real solutions to issues affecting millions of New Yorkers.
Gothamist |
YOU ARE ONLINE