By: Helen Grenade
April 7, 2026
Monique chandler Waterman, New York State Assemblywoman representing the 58th District at 903 Utica Avenue, Brooklyn NY.
She succeeded former Assemblymember Nick Perry her predecessor since May 2022. She has been serving as representative for East Flatbush, parts of Canarsie, Crown Heights and Brownsville, her districts and New York State.
She is a woman of substance delivering quality governance. She is taking her communities forward. She is exceptional, hardworking, trustworthy and honest.
We are proud of Monique, daughter of Miss Patricia, a strong woman of faith, courage, safety, food, shelter and the foundation for her life and political journey and success. She was her primary caregiver. She taught her daughter ethics, culture and community responsibility. Monique’s unconditional love is defined by her mom. She taught her life skills, being a role model, supported her learning and ensuring her well-being and best interests.
Assemblywoman Monique chandler-Waterman was born of immigrant parents from Jamaica and Barbados. She represents the largest immigrant constituency in the New York legislature.
She is a mother, wife, educator, advocate, chaplain, health care worker, politician and much more. She stands for democracy, for upholding our constitution. She fights against those who are the architects of deception, those who have abandoned poor people.
Those who have no plans for fixing the economy. No capital, no infrastructure, just staged outrage and xenophobic theater. We are dealing with a government plagued by corruption and poor service delivery.
Assemblywoman Monique Chandler-Waterman’s success seems to be a threat to her opponents’ own agendas. Is it out of hatred for her or is it their way of distracting attention away from their own shortcomings?
They have one common goal and that is to spread hatred towards the Assemblywoman. It is a typical ploy by her opponents to divert the attention away from themselves because they have no plans. It’s not about service delivery for them. For her its delivering quality governance.
We know what Assemblywoman Monique Chandler-Waterman means for leadership, the people of her communities and the special place she occupies in the hearts of thousands. Her example of courage and service is extraordinary. She does not stumble or missteps.
She is exceptionally experienced, holds significant potential and plays a crucial role in society and leadership roles. She brings fresh perspectives and has innovative ideas. She advocates for social change and economic fairness. She knows how to manage complex issues. Her entry into leadership is seen as essential for ensuring that policies are relevant to future generations. The Caribbean community in New York and surrounding must never ignore her capabilities and contributions.
Consistent greatness certainly describes the work of the Assemblywoman, a brilliant an amazing human being who has been working relentlessly for a number of years as an activist and advocate standing for truth and justice, at the end of the day, she is left fulfilled. Her popularity derives from not only what she does to help the less fortunate and all people whom she serves in every capacity, she has a way about her that captivates her supporters. She is enthusiastically interested in what she does for her communities, what she projects, as she leaves her people wanting more of her, and she delivers every time.
She is indisputably one of the hardest working politicians, representing her 58th District. Her work is a bridge between the United States of America and the Caribbean, it is highly personalized observance, helping her communities keeps her in balance. She thanks God for giving her the opportunity to do what she is doing, something that she loves and can relate to.
Her professional and political success stems from her willingness style to Investigate and absorb her work in the communities.
She is motivated, enthusiastic, ambitious political leader with a fabulous personality.
In her professional and political life, she continues to probe the vital force of excellent works that emphasize beauty and grace.
Her inspiration comes from the Assembly members who was before her, but her true energy has always been there.
Monique Chandler- Waterman’s constituents genuinely love what she stands for her values, her strength, the way she carries herself with purpose. It’s rare to meet a politician whose principles feel so solid and inspiring and because of that, people expectation of her are naturally high.
They see her potential and believe deeply in her and hold her to a standard that matches the greatness they all know she is capable of. Leadership isn’t defined by male or female. What matters is the voice, the courage, the work and the resilience to continue working for the amazing people of this great state.
Thank you for being brave and never compromising your integrity and fighting for what is right. You’re an inspiration, thank you for your civil selflessness and for leading the charge without fear, she speaks with honesty and truth, and she acknowledges the failings of the government. She has that eloquent ability to speak her heart and mind to be accurate, truthful and trustworthy.
Monique Chandler- Waterman, is cited as one of the best New York and most influential politicians. We know that women politicians have one thing in common: Their passion and desire to change things and to make a difference. She takes her job very seriously as she works with her constituents to continue to move forward. A prominent female figure, part of a new wave that has shaped and is shaping the political landscape in New York State.
Monique Chandler- Waterman is a strong astute politician in her own right, a voice for the people in her districts and communities, her focus is to continue to put the interest of the people first. Her aim is to send messages of inspiration and motivation to young people that they too need to be part of the decision-making process. That’s one of the reasons why she’s into politics and will continue to fight to help the people she represents. That’s her commitment and she will not relent because true warriors do not quit.
Caribbean nationals residing in the United States refers to her as a workhorse and a fighter for people with high popularity with a high level of public trust, she continues to be a prominent voice using her platform to raise awareness about issues affecting New Yorkers and all Americans.
(The author is a contributor to the Caribbean Magazine Plus)
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