Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn: Born to Haitian immigrants, Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn serves as a member of the New York State Assembly, representing the 42nd Assembly District in Brooklyn. In January 2020, she made history by becoming the first woman and first Caribbean-American to be elected as Chair of the Brooklyn Democratic Party. Bichotte Hermelyn has been a strong advocate for immigrant rights, education, and affordable housing. CNW Network
