New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli issued a statement on the passing of CSEA’s Danny Donohue:

“Danny Donohue was a tireless fighter for working people, not just for CSEA members who he led for an historic 26 years as president, but for all public employees in New York, from the village hall to the classroom to the state capitol.

“He championed pension improvements, the strongest in generations, landmark COLA legislation for retirees on a fixed income, expansion of workplace protections and domestic partner rights, and so much more.

“I send my condolences to Irene and his family, and may they take some comfort in knowing Danny made a profound difference in the lives of countless New Yorkers.”