David Buchwald

David Evan Buchwald (born June 12, 1978) is an American politician and attorney who served as a member of the New York State Assembly, representing the 93rd district.

Early life and education Buchwald was born on June 12, 1978, and grew up in Larchmont and Mamaroneck, New York. His mother was judge Naomi Reice Buchwald and his father was Don Buchwald. Through his father, he is a direct descendant of Baal Shem Tov, the founder of Hasidic Judaism.

He attended Yale University, where he received a B.S. in physics. He later went on to receive a Master of Public Policy from the John F. Kennedy School of Government and a J.D. from Harvard Law School.

Career Before running for New York State Assembly, Buchwald worked at the law firm Davis Polk. He also interned for Congresswoman Nita Lowey. and lost to attorney Mondaire Jones.

Personal life Buchwald married Lara M. Samet on March 1, 2014. Their wedding was officiated by Rabbi Alan Silverstein.