Our Candidates
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Alison Esposito was born and raised in Highland Mills, New York. She attended the State University of New York at Delhi, City University of New York’s John Jay College of Criminal Justice and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) National Academy at Quantico, Virginia.
Alison proudly served in the New York City Police Department for nearly 25 years, rising to the rank of Deputy Inspector and Commanding Officer of the 70th Police Precinct. Following in the footsteps of her father, NYPD Chief Michael Esposito, Alison joined the force because she believes that those who are in danger, and cannot defend themselves, have the right to be safe, free, and protected.
Alison was a member of the Anti-Crime team, a plainclothes unit targeting violent street crime. After taking down some of the worst criminals, she joined the NYPD’s Emergency Services Unit (S.W.A.T. Rescue Team). She served in various other roles, including the Commander of Detective Squads, NYPD’s Gang Unit, and as the Commander of a Forensics Unit. Her career culminated as a Precinct Commander.
Alison was on a path to becoming an NYPD Chief but left a career in law enforcement to pursue a greater calling, running as the New York State Lieutenant Governor candidate alongside Congressman and Army veteran Lee Zeldin.
The Zeldin-Esposito ticket garnered more votes than any Republican statewide in decades. Throughout their historic state-wide campaign, Alison traveled to all 62 counties and heard from New Yorkers from all walks of life who were fed up with the outsized power of one-party Democrat rule in Washington, D.C., Albany, and New York City.
Now, Alison is committed to harnessing the energy of the commonsense wave, which brought New Yorkers from all walks of life and political ideologies together with the common purpose of putting the needs of their families and creating a better way of life before their political backgrounds.
Alison has witnessed fatally flawed pro-criminal policies like cashless bail, an ever-growing migrant crisis overtaking our country, a fatal fentanyl crisis, sky high inflation, and rogue District Attorneys refusing to enforce the law, contributing to our cities and states becoming less safe.
Now more than ever, New York needs capable, determined, and courageous leaders with integrity who will protect everyday New Yorkers, drive down their cost of living, and be their voice in Congress to fight against the failed policies of those progressive elected officials who have turned away from their constituents and chosen to put Power before People.
Alison resides in Goshen, New York.
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Will Truitt, Chairman of the Dutchess County Legislature & Candidate for Dutchess County Comptroller
Will Truitt is a lifelong resident of Hyde Park and Dutchess County, deeply rooted in the community he now proudly serves. A graduate of the Hyde Park Central School District, Will was elected both Class President and School President at FDR High School, where he first discovered his passion for leadership and public service.
At just 15 years old, Will began working at Molloy Pharmacy, assembling weekend newspapers and assisting customers at the front register—an early example of his strong work ethic and desire to contribute to his community. Raised in a close-knit family, Will draws inspiration from his parents: his mother, Kathy, who left her job at Rhinebeck Savings Bank to raise Will and his younger sister Julia, and his father, Bill, a retired Hyde Park Police Police K-9 Sergeant and D.A.R.E. Officer who now serves with the Village of Fishkill Police Department.
After graduating from FDR, Will attended Marist College, majoring in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance and Accounting. While studying, he also worked part-time at the college post office and interned in the Office of County Executive Marc Molinaro, collaborating with the Budget Office and assisting with constituent services.
In 2015, at just 19 years old and a sophomore in college, Will made the decision to run for the Dutchess County Legislature, driven by a deep commitment to giving Hyde Park and Poughkeepsie residents a strong, responsive voice in county government. He won that first race with 55% of the vote and has since been re-elected four more times by increasingly wide margins.
Over his decade of service, Will has built a strong record of results and leadership. He has served in numerous leadership roles, including Chairman of the Legislature, Majority Leader, Chairman of the Budget, Finance & Personnel Committee, Chairman of the Government Services Committee, and Vice Chairman of the Public Safety Committee.
Will’s accomplishments in office speak to his commitment to fiscal responsibility, transparency, and public safety. Under his leadership, Dutchess County has delivered 10 consecutive years of property tax rate reductions, providing meaningful relief to taxpayers. He has championed millions of dollars in youth investments through the Learn, Play, Create Grant program, expanding opportunities for local kids and families. He helped establish the Dutchess County Animal Abuse Registry to protect vulnerable animals, and he sponsored and successfully enacted term limits and ethics reforms for county elected officials—strengthening accountability and trust in local government.
Will has always stood in strong solidarity with law enforcement, working to ensure police have the tools, training, and resources they need to keep our communities safe. In fact, since Will Truitt became Chairman of the County Legislature, Will has worked closely with the District Attorney’s Office and the Dutchess County Drug Task Force to target those peddling poison on our streets which has led to a significant reduction in opioid overdose deaths in Dutchess County by more than 50% since 2023.
In addition to his public service, Will works full-time as the Financial Manager for Metzger Construction Corp., a local small business based in Hopewell Junction—maintaining a grounded perspective on both the public and private sectors.
From his first campaign to his current leadership, Will Truitt remains committed to service, integrity, and always putting community first. He’s never forgotten where he came from—and he’s never stopped fighting for Dutchess County families.
#TruittWillDoIt
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Ned McGloughlin - County Court Judge
“We may struggle, but we are rich in love…” This is the answer my father would give me when, as a little boy, I would ask why he needed to work three jobs and stress over bills. I grew up in a family with two loving parents and seven brothers and sisters. I believe now that the financial struggles turned out to be a blessing, because I had the privilege of being underprivileged…
I have worked since I was nine years old, and have never had fewer than two jobs. I attended Our Lady of Lourdes High school, and paid my own tuition. I attended LeMoyne College, Dutchess Community College, and ultimately SUNY New Paltz where I graduated with a degree in Political Science. Although I struggled initially with grades, I graduated with honors. I then attended Pace School of Law, where I was a member of the Law Review.
I have been married to my beautiful wife for 33 years, and have raised four children, who now are successful adults serving our community.
For 23 years, I was a trial prosecutor at the Dutchess County District Attorney’s Office. I prosecuted thousands of crimes, including homicides, sex offenses, robberies, burglaries, drug and gun crimes, and numerous other felonies. I advocated for hundreds of innocent victims, while holding perpetrators accountable for heinous crimes. I also used the power of that position to strongly motivate addicts to get help and return to their families and civil society.
Notable Prosecutions
People v. Stephen Shand: Raped and Murdered Katie Filiberti in Hyde Park. 40 to life sentence.
People v. Charlie Gilleo and Mark Serrano: Murdered the Morey family of five, including three young boys, in Fishkill and then burned their house. Gilleo is serving five consecutive life sentences, and Serrano is serving 35 to life.
People v. Fred Andros: Convicted for the murder for hire of Susan Fassett in Pleasant Valley. 25 to life sentence.
People v. Albert Fentress: Murdered and cannibalized eighteen year old Paul Masters in Poughkeepsie. Successfully fought to keep Fentress in a maximum security psychiatric hospital for decades.
I was elected to the Dutchess County Court in 2015, and for ten years have presided over the most violent murders, rapes, robberies and numerous drug and gun felonies. While ensuring the rights of all defendants, I have handed down significant sentences on convicted defendants, responsive to the community and victim’s values.
Notable Cases over which I have Presided
People v. Roy Johnson: Murdered a father at the Marriott hotel in Poughkeepsie, as he was visiting for parents’ weekend at Marist College. 58 ½ years to life, consecutive to 25 to life with a subsequent Murder.
People v. Paul Senecal: Murdered Melanie Chianese in Wappingers. Life Without Parole.
People v. Gast: Committed a Hate crime against an Hispanic victim in Dover. Sentenced as a Persistent Violent Felony Offender to 25 years to life.
Moreover, there are hundreds of lesser known cases where defendants who struggle with addiction and mental health issues have been forced by the court to get help and return to their families and our community, released from the curse of drugs. These are truly inspiring stories that reflect the positive aspects of our court system. Along with significant sentences in violent cases, these redemptive results are critical law and order outcomes also.
In 2017, I was appointed to serve as an Acting Supreme Court Justice, presiding over hundreds of civil cases, including Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, Matrimonial, and Commercial litigation.
As the licensing authority for pistol permits in Dutchess County, I have signed thousands of permits for qualified citizens in the last ten years.
Since 1994, I have taught at least two classes every semester at Marist College in an adjunct capacity, in the Criminal Justice curriculum.
It has been a true honor and blessing to preside in this court, guided by the due process rights of individuals, and the important safety values of our community.
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Judge Tracy MacKenzie Dutchess County Family Court
Judicial Experience
Family Court Judge, elected 2015 – present
Acting Supreme Court Justice, appointed 2018- present
Presiding Judge, Integrated Domestic Violence Court, appointed 2018 – present
Professional Experience
Principal Court Attorney to Family Court Judge, 2012 – 2015
Attorney for Children, 2005 – 2011
Private Law Practice representing parents, grandparents, guardians and children, 2004 – 2011
Professional and Civic Experience
Member, Mid-Hudson Women’s Bar Association
Member, Dutchess County Bar Association
Member, New York Family Court Judges Association
Member, 9th
Judicial District Committee to Promote Gender Fairness in the
Courts
Member, Duchess CountyJuvenile Justice Committee
Member, Dutchess County Child Welfare Court Improvement Project
Member, Dutchess County Criminal Justice Council
