A note to candidates and incumbents, from Former New York City Mayor Ed Koch:

As you may know I recently founded New York Uprising PAC with the goal of reforming how Albany works. Earlier we announced support for initial reforms from all four candidates for Governor.

While you may have previously indicated support for “reform” conceptually, I believe voters are looking for candidates this year who will commit to specifics. That is why, on behalf of New York Uprising, I invite you to sign the three pledges linked below, covering the following areas of reform: non-partisan independent redistricting, ethics reform and budgetary reform.

The Trustees of New York Uprising, with decades of government experience behind us, believe that these reforms, when enacted, will help you do the job you’ve dedicated your career to, irrespective of Party or Chamber. This isn’t just about placating an angry electorate — although it may help.

New York Uprising has already begun — and will continue — naming those candidates and incumbents who are committed to reform and those who are not. Note that New York Uprising will ONLY issue the seal of approval to those candidates and incumbents who have signed ALL THREE pledges.

I hope you will join the growing list of candidates who have already signed.