Because Buffalo Deserves Better
Sean Ryan has the experience, vision, and dedication to lead Buffalo toward a brighter future. Join the movement to build a stronger, more inclusive city—together, we can make it happen.
From the Senate to City Hall: Committed to Buffalo’s Success.
Sean Ryan grew up in Lackawanna as the son of a public school teacher and a Buffalo firefighter. He is a graduate of SUNY College at Fredonia and Brooklyn Law School. He lives in Buffalo with his wife Catherine Creighton.
His broad legal experience includes work for Neighborhood Legal Services, a private law practice collaboration with the Learning Disabilities Association of WNY concentrating on the rights of disabled students, and the Legal Aide Bureau of Buffalo.
Sean was elected to the New York State Senate in 2020, having previously served in the New York State Assembly. He was re-elected to the Senate in 2022, and 2024.
As an elected official, Sean has championed many different issues including creating a fair economy for all, protecting taxpayer dollars, lower taxes for middle-class families and small businesses, increased investment in education and housing, waterfront development, neighborhood redevelopment, and clean air and water.
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A Vision for Buffalo
Investing in Sean is Investing in Buffalo's Future
