NEW YORK - New Yorkers for Growth, a political action committee dedicated to fiscal responsibility and economic growth, today announced its endorsement of Steve McLaughlin for Assembly in the 108th District which includes parts of Albany, Rensselaer, Columbia and Greene Counties .

Carla Kerr, a founding director of New Yorkers for Growth, said, "Steve has been a very outspoken advocate for property tax relief and reducing state spending - two issues that must be addressed at the state level for New York to remain competitive. We believe that he will be a strong advocate for taxpayers in the Assembly."

"I thank New Yorkers for Growth for recognizing my commitment to reduce property taxes and state spending and am honored to have their endorsement," said McLaughlin. "As an Assemblyman, I will make fiscal responsibility a priority."

Steve McLaughlin is a banker and former airline pilot. He earned his bachelor's degree from Empire State College and his MBA from the University of Phoenix . McLaughlin and his wife of 17 years, Maggie, a kindergarten teacher, are the parents of two boys, Danny 12, and Sean 11. To learn more about Steve, visit www.steveforassembly.com.

New Yorkers for Growth is a political action committee, registered with the New York State Board of Elections, to make financial contributions to candidates who are truly committed to reform and fiscal responsibility. For further information about the PAC and the other candidates we are supporting, visit www.newyorkersforgrowth.com .