Malcolm Smith is an African-American member of the New York State Senate representing the 14th Senate district in Southeast Queens. The district includes Hollis, St. Albans, Cambria Heights, Queens Village, Rosedale and the entirety of the Rockaway Peninsula. First elected in 2000, Smith is a Democrat and was elected Minority Leader in January, 2007. He is a Roman Catholic. Wikipedia
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