Born in Sierra Leone, West Africa, Emmanuel Findlay Jr. came to the United States in 2000, chasing a future built on the values he learned from his mother, a devoted missionary. “My mother worked tirelessly for the church, moving between Sierra Leone and the United States,” he recalls.

Emmanuel Findlay: From Sierra Leone to the Bronx – A Life of Service & Leadership

Emmanuel A. Findlay Jr. was born in Sierra Leone, West Africa, and came to the United States in 2000.

Emmanuel Findlay: From Sierra Leone to the Bronx - A Life of ...

But in 2020, with his siblings grown and able to care for themselves, he felt the time had finally come. Just before COVID struck, he enlisted. Tragically, his mother passed away during his training. “I joined the Army on February 28th, and she passed on March 3rd,” he shares, describing the intense emotional weight of that time.

This is Findlays first run for a legislative position, but he’s no stranger to the political arena. “I’ve been in politics long enough to expect the ups and downs. Still, some moments take me by surprise,” he admits.

Emmanuel's campaign for the New York State Assembly is his first run for a legislative position.

2026 New York General Election

Findlay’s platform centers around three key policies. “First and foremost, we need law and order,” he asserts. “Our communities need safer streets for our children, families, and businesses. COVID lockdowns, economic downturns, and riots have deeply affected the Bronx, driving businesses away. We need to create an environment where businesses feel secure enough to return and invest.”

Wants to create conditions in which businesses feel secure returning to and investing in the Bronx.

- Wants to create conditions in which businesses feel secure returning to and investing in the Bronx.

Economy

As of September 9, 2026, Emmanuel A. Findlay Jr did not have a website or any information online.

Energy & the Environment

The second priority close to his heart is supporting veterans. “Our veterans have held up their end of the bargain; now we need to hold up ours. Every service member should have a job lined up and their VA files in order before leaving their service to ensure a smoother transition back into civilian life.”

Calls for employment to be arranged and Veterans Affairs files to be prepared for service members before they leave military service.

- Calls for employment to be arranged and Veterans Affairs files to be prepared for service members before they leave military service.

Healthcare

Voting & Elections

Calls for law and order and safer streets for children, families, and businesses.

- Calls for law and order and safer streets for children, families, and businesses.

Public Safety

Findlay’s third focus is trade schools. “Trade schools equip people with skills that promote self-sufficiency. This could give Bronx residents a path to independence and financial stability, without being limited to one employer or career path,” he explains, emphasizing that trades allow people to generate income on their own terms.

Advocates for trade schools as a path to skills, self-sufficiency, and financial stability.

- Advocates for trade schools as a path to skills, self-sufficiency, and financial stability.

Education

Housing & Urban Development

Emmanuel A. Findlay Jr

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