ATTORNEY - TECH INNOVATOR - EDUCATOR

Karen Bhatia is running for Nassau County Legislator (District 18) to move beyond politics as usual and champion bold, innovative solutions. By working together, we can tackle our biggest challenges—affordability, safety, and political partisanship—while driving forward new ideas that create lasting prosperity for every corner of Nassau County.

KAREN'S PRIORITIES: A.I.M.

AFFORDABILITY

Bring transparency to the broken property tax assessment system, eliminate waste and take on the costs that make Nassau unaffordable

INFRASTRUCTURE

Focus on:

public safety,
clean water, and
safer roads

MODERNIZATION

Bring innovation to local government to make it more efficient and improve service

WHY KAREN

EXPERIENCE

Karen’s Proven Track Record:

Karen is a Stanford and Harvard educated attorney who has spent her career bringing people together to negotiate solutions and create opportunities. She’s ready to bring that leadership to lower the cost of living, ensure public safety, and bring accountability to the government in Nassau County.

Economic Prosperity & Lowering the Cost of Living

Supported thousands of businesses through incubation, acceleration, piloting, and funding.
Helped businesses create over 1,000 accessible, high-paying jobs.
Promoted workforce development by training hundreds of workers for jobs in emerging industries.
Helped businesses raise over $2 Billion in capital.

Ensuring Public Safety and Building Strong Neighborhoods

Over 20 years of legal experience, committed to ensuring laws protect and serve our residents.
Worked with schools to create safer neighborhoods and opportunities for children.
Expanded broadband access to 10,000+ New Yorkers.

Bringing Accountability and Transparency to Government

Developed policies and programs for good governance rooted in integrity, transparency, and accountability.
Developed plans promoting technology to improve efficiency and effectiveness in government operations.

WHY THIS ELECTION MATTERS FOR NASSAU COUNTY, NYS AND BEYOND

The challenges we face in Nassau County—rising costs, crime, and government dysfunction —are not just local issues. Across the country, people are frustrated with leadership that prioritizes partisan battles over real solutions. But here’s the truth: local elections like this one shape the future of our state and nation.

What happens in Nassau County doesn’t stay in Nassau County. Winning this race proves that practical solutions and good governance can win over partisan gridlock.

Setting a Statewide Precedent – Nassau County is a key battleground that influences broader political trends in New York. A win here sends a message that voters want leaders who focus on results, not rhetoric or partisanship.
Driving Economic Growth & Innovation – Nassau County is home to industries that impact the entire New York economy. Smart leadership here strengthens business opportunities across the state and beyond.
Creating a National Model for Good Governance – In a time of federal dysfunction, local governments must lead the way. This campaign is going to do things differently. We are moving beyond politics as usual to focus on innovation and develop new solutions together.

Your Support Can Make a Difference

Whether you live in Nassau County, elsewhere in New York, or across the country, your support will help build a stronger, safer, and more prosperous future for us all.

Invest in leadership that works.