In November 1978 , she ran for re-election , but was defeated by Republican Toni Rettaliata .
She was a member of the New York State Assembly in 1977 and 1978 .
In November 1978 , member ran for re-election , but was defeated by Republican Toni Rettaliata .
She was a member of the New York State Assembly in 1977 and 1978 .