Francis X. McQuade, Nassau District Attorney

REPUBLICAN

McQuade, 65, of Long Beach, is a criminal defense, immigration and civil rights attorney. He is a former police officer and Catholic priest. He is running on the Republican, Libertarian and Tax Revolt party lines.

ISSUES:

• McQuade said he would address gangs in Nassau County by addressing minors and informing youth on the dangers of joining.
• He said he would prosecute doctors and pharmaceutical companies if they irresponsibly distribute opioids. He said he would focus on rehabilitation for users.
• He vows to be independent and without political alliances in prosecuting public officials for corruption.

By Candice Ferrette

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Candice Ferrette covers Nassau County government and politics on Long Island. She has been a reporter at Newsday since 2011.