Rep. Malliotakis receives award for ‘undying commitment to serving the public’

At the American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association’s (AHEPA) 46th Biennial Congressional Banquet on May 22, Rep. Nicole Malliotakis (R – Staten Island/South Brooklyn) received the group’s Pericles Award.

“As the proud daughter of a Greek immigrant, it’s truly an honor to receive the Pericles Award from AHEPA,” Malliotakis said.”Pericles was a fighter for his people, which encompasses so much of what public service is all about. Our office has helped thousands of people resolve issues with government agencies, returned tens of millions of dollars to the district, and helped hundreds of people who’ve come the legal and right way to become U.S. citizens. AHEPA stands for community service, civic responsibility, education and philanthropy. I appreciate their efforts to advance our shared values and look forward to our continued work together to strengthen and uphold the principles of freedom, democracy and civic engagement.”

Malliotakis, the daughter of Cuban and Greek immigrants, presently serves as the vice chair of the Congressional Hellenic Caucus and is involved with the Congressional Hellenic Israel Caucus, a written statement said.

“We are thrilled to present the AHEPA Pericles Award for excellence in public service to Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis,”AHEPA Supreme President Savas C. Tsivicos said. ”She serves her constituents with integrity, passion, and staunch dedication. We are especially appreciative of her support of our community’s policies that strengthen our society and our national security.”

Malliotakis will fight to keep her seat in Congress this November as two Democratic prospects, Andrea Morse and Sarah Blas, seek to sway Staten Island voters.