Zephyr Teachout (Shattered)

Zephyr Rain Teachout (born October 24, 1971) is an American politician who is serving as the from. Previously, she served as an Associate Professor of Law at.

In 2014, Teachout ran for the 's nomination for and lost to incumbent Governor, receiving 34% of the primary vote.

In August 2015, Teachout became CEO and board chair for the campaign finance reform-oriented organization, replacing. She stepped down from this position in December 2015 to run for the in New York's 19th congressional district. Teachout won the Democratic primary and narrowly defeated in the general election.