Meet Phil Wong
Fighter for Queens. Advocate for Merit. Defender of Our Neighborhoods.
Phil Wong has always stood up for our community. When Mayor de Blasio quietly placed a homeless shelter in Elmhurst overnight, Phil sprang into action—organizing protests and rallying residents to protect the neighborhood. For years, he’s fought tirelessly for the people of Maspeth, Middle Village, Elmhurst, Rego Park, Ridgewood, and Glendale.
As Budget Director for Councilman Robert Holden, Phil has helped deliver real results—securing funding for local schools, parks, and senior programs. He’s a consistent voice for public safety, proudly supporting the NYPD and advocating for the return of school safety agents. He’s also taken legal action to defend our community values—serving as a plaintiff in lawsuits challenging policies like the “City of Yes,” non-citizen voting, and the racial quota system in higher education. His work contributed to the landmark SFFA v. Harvard decision that ended race-based college admissions.
Phil is also committed to stopping policies that hurt working families—such as sanctuary city status, congestion pricing, and bail reform. He believes in restoring order, protecting our neighborhoods, and ensuring taxpayer dollars are spent wisely.
Phil Wong has always stood up for our community. When Mayor de Blasio quietly placed a homeless shelter in Elmhurst overnight, Phil sprang into action—organizing protests and rallying residents to protect the neighborhood. For years, he’s fought tirelessly for the people of Maspeth, Middle Village, Elmhurst, Rego Park, Ridgewood, and Glendale.
As Budget Director for Councilman Robert Holden, Phil has helped deliver real results—securing funding for local schools, parks, and senior programs. He’s a consistent voice for public safety, proudly supporting the NYPD and advocating for the return of school safety agents. He’s also taken legal action to defend our community values—serving as a plaintiff in lawsuits challenging policies like the “City of Yes,” non-citizen voting, and the racial quota system in higher education. His work contributed to the landmark SFFA v. Harvard decision that ended race-based college admissions.
Phil is also committed to stopping policies that hurt working families—such as sanctuary city status, congestion pricing, and bail reform. He believes in restoring order, protecting our neighborhoods, and ensuring taxpayer dollars are spent wisely.
A Proven Leader in Education
Phil served as President of Community Education Council District 24, where he fought for academic excellence and stood against political indoctrination in schools. He played a key role in preserving the SHSAT and keeping New York’s specialized high schools—like Stuyvesant, Bronx Science, and Brooklyn Tech—accessible to students based on merit.
For his leadership in education, City & State named him to the “2021 Education Power 100.” As President of the Chinese American Citizens Alliance, Phil led the charge against divisive policies like CRT and DEI in public education.
A Voice for the People
Phil is a co-founder of Elmhurst United, a group formed to oppose the Pan Am homeless shelter and defend the quality of life in Elmhurst. He is also a longtime member of the Juniper Park Civic Association and has worked closely with Councilmember Bob Holden—whom he proudly calls the best councilmember the city has ever seen.
Deep Roots in the Community
Phil’s family came to the U.S. in 1974, fleeing communist rule in search of freedom and opportunity. He’s lived in Elmhurst since 1976 and is a proud graduate of PS 102, IS 73, Jamaica High School, and Cornell University. He has raised three daughters in Queens—all of whom attended New York City public schools.
As a father, small business owner, and homeowner, Phil understands the urgent need to restore safety, stop reckless policies, reduce taxes, and keep government overreach in check. He’s running for City Council to take the fight from the steps of City Hall into the Council Chambers—because Queens families deserve a representative who puts community before politics.