Endorsements
"It is unusual for a group of retired judges to endorse a judge candidate in the Democratic primary. In this case, however, we believe it so strongly that Keith is the most qualified and best suited for the job, we thought it was important to speak up. On September 12th please vote for Keith Cornell for Surrogate Court Judge."
-Hon. Victor J. Alfieri, Jr., A..J.S.C., Hon. William A. Kelly, J.S.C., Hon. William K. Nelson, A.J.S.C., and Hon. William P. Warren A.J.S.C.
“I support Keith Cornell for Rockland’s Surrogate Judge. I know him and trust him. He will protect the rights of all who come to Surrogate’s Court—children, the disabled, widows and widowers, and those older people who can’t look after themselves. He was President of the Rockland Bar Association and picked to serve on the Elder Law and Special Needs Section by the New York State Bar Association. He’s kind and patient--and honest as the day is long.”
-Frances Pratt, South Nyack
“Keith Cornell is an excellent choice for Surrogate for Rockland County. At this time in our democracy, the need for understanding the separation of power and the role of our three branches of government has never been more important. Keith Cornell has the intelligence, experience and integrity to serve the people of Rockland County as Surrogate.”
-Dr. Cliff L. Wood, President, Rockland Community College
"When my neighbors have to appear before Rockland's Surrogate Judge, it can be overwhelming. Oftentimes, it has to do with a loved one passing without a Will or the Will is being contested. Sometimes it can be about a disabled child, an adoption or guardianship. Folks need to know that the judge is patient and understanding and has their best interests at heart. Keith Cornell is that kind of person. He's a leader in the legal community and served as President of the Rockland County Bar Association. He specializes in the legal issues that come before Surrogate Court-one of our most important courts. He has the legal knowledge, the personal qualities, and the judicial temperament to protect the rights of widows and widowers, children and those seniors who can no longer protect themselves.
That's why I'm supporting Keith Cornell for Rockland's Surrogate Judge."
-Wilbur Aldridge, Haverstraw
"He is level-headed, intelligent, thoughtful, and works hard to achieve consensus, even on the most difficult issues. He makes decisions and recommendations that will be successful not just in the short term but, rather, he thinks about the downstream impacts of decisions and actions as well."
-Vanessa Wassenar
"For Rockland County Surrogate, I support Keith Cornell-- a thoughtful, wise, intelligent, insightful and community-minded leader. He is accessible, knowledgeable and a model of integrity, just what Rockland needs."
-Wylene Branton Wood, Clarkstown
"Keith Cornell's honest and skilled set approach sets him apart from other candidates. He has shown great concern for the residents of the community, and his willingness to listen to people's problems is commendable."
-Johnny Velez, Clarkstown
"Ethics and integrity; that's what we need in a Surrogate Court Judge in Rockland County. No politics, just the law."
-Michael Magnone, Clarkstown
-Hon. Victor J. Alfieri, Jr., A..J.S.C., Hon. William A. Kelly, J.S.C., Hon. William K. Nelson, A.J.S.C., and Hon. William P. Warren A.J.S.C.
“I support Keith Cornell for Rockland’s Surrogate Judge. I know him and trust him. He will protect the rights of all who come to Surrogate’s Court—children, the disabled, widows and widowers, and those older people who can’t look after themselves. He was President of the Rockland Bar Association and picked to serve on the Elder Law and Special Needs Section by the New York State Bar Association. He’s kind and patient--and honest as the day is long.”
-Frances Pratt, South Nyack
“Keith Cornell is an excellent choice for Surrogate for Rockland County. At this time in our democracy, the need for understanding the separation of power and the role of our three branches of government has never been more important. Keith Cornell has the intelligence, experience and integrity to serve the people of Rockland County as Surrogate.”
-Dr. Cliff L. Wood, President, Rockland Community College
"When my neighbors have to appear before Rockland's Surrogate Judge, it can be overwhelming. Oftentimes, it has to do with a loved one passing without a Will or the Will is being contested. Sometimes it can be about a disabled child, an adoption or guardianship. Folks need to know that the judge is patient and understanding and has their best interests at heart. Keith Cornell is that kind of person. He's a leader in the legal community and served as President of the Rockland County Bar Association. He specializes in the legal issues that come before Surrogate Court-one of our most important courts. He has the legal knowledge, the personal qualities, and the judicial temperament to protect the rights of widows and widowers, children and those seniors who can no longer protect themselves.
That's why I'm supporting Keith Cornell for Rockland's Surrogate Judge."
-Wilbur Aldridge, Haverstraw
"He is level-headed, intelligent, thoughtful, and works hard to achieve consensus, even on the most difficult issues. He makes decisions and recommendations that will be successful not just in the short term but, rather, he thinks about the downstream impacts of decisions and actions as well."
-Vanessa Wassenar
"For Rockland County Surrogate, I support Keith Cornell-- a thoughtful, wise, intelligent, insightful and community-minded leader. He is accessible, knowledgeable and a model of integrity, just what Rockland needs."
-Wylene Branton Wood, Clarkstown
"Keith Cornell's honest and skilled set approach sets him apart from other candidates. He has shown great concern for the residents of the community, and his willingness to listen to people's problems is commendable."
-Johnny Velez, Clarkstown
"Ethics and integrity; that's what we need in a Surrogate Court Judge in Rockland County. No politics, just the law."
-Michael Magnone, Clarkstown
