Paul Feinman Nominated as New York States High Court's First Gay Judge

June 17, Long Island, NY - Governor Andrew Cuomo will nominate Judge Paul Feinman to an open seat on the Court of Appeals.This is the highest Court in New York State. He will be the first openly gay judge to serve on the Court of Appeals.New York and Long Island LGBT Network CEO David Kilminick joins advocacy groups across the United States in praising the selection.

"We applaud Governor Cuomo for appointing Long Island native Paul Feinman as the first openly gay judge to serve on New York's highest court. This groundbreaking move is historic and serves as an important message to all young LGBT people who now can see a future for them that includes a chance to serve on the Court of Appeals. Despite what's happening in Washington DC with LGBT rights under attack, the appointment of Judge Feinman to the NY Court of Appeals shows that progress can continue while New York forges ahead in leading the way in advancing equality and opportunity for all".