About Lou
Endorsements
“Lou Desso is a special kind of person and a special kind of public servant. That is why he has so many friends across Rensselaer County and why I am proud to call him my friend. Lou will bring compassion, integrity and a great work ethic to the County Legislature and help make our county an even better place to live and work.”
– Roy McDonald, New York State Senator
“Lou Desso will bring compassion and a genuine concern for residents to the County Legislature. His community involvement and support cuts across all demographics and all political party lines. That's because Lou's local government and community service along with his professional experience forms a composite of an individual who is dedicated to not only his own family but also to the interests of all families and businesses in the community. I'm confident that Lou will do a great job in the Rensselaer County Legislature and I look forward to working with him!”
– Kathleen Jimino, Rensselaer County Executive
“In my 12+ years on the North Greenbush Town Board, there has not been a harder working Councilman than Lou Desso. Lou and I come from different political parties, but there is no doubt that he is the best Councilman this Town has had in a long time. I have never seen Lou make a decision, or cast a vote for any reason other than because it was for the betterment of the people he represents. There have been a few votes where Lou has told me that he was going to vote a certain way even though it would hurt him politically. He has told me that there is only one reason he got into politics – to do what is best for the people, regardless of the political consequences. He is a very thoughtful and thorough legislator, who is able to get to the core of the issues quickly, that is, he can cut through the sometimes overwhelming amount of input a council member receives, and discern what is the best course of action for the Town. He is the epitome of what I want in a legislator elected to represent me – hard working, intelligent, and non-partisan. It is with great enthusiasm that I endorse Lou for the County Legislature, and ask you to give him your vote. You won’t regret it.”
– Al Spain, North Greenbush Town Coucilman
“Lou Desso really cares about people, and wants a better future for our county. Lou has already demonstrated his effectiveness as a North Greenbush Councilman and helped make a difference by improving youth services, holding the line on property taxes and making sure residents receive needed services. He will do even more for residents as a county legislator.”
– Frank Merola, Rensselaer County Clerk
“Lou is truly a grassroots public servant, staying in touch with the people and making sure they are heard. Lou will bring that same commitment to service to the County Legislature, and be a great representative of the people.”
– Neil J. Kelleher, Chairman of the Legislature