As early as the first Federal elections in 1788, there were candidates, who while alligned with one party or another, was supported in the press by both parties in a particular election.

Assembly: A gathering of persons for the purpose of deliberation and decision; a deliberative body, a legislative council. Please also see House of Representatives.

Oxford English Dictionary

Assembly or General Assembly: the name given to the lower house in New Jersey and New York.

1788 - 1825: New Jersey, New York

Office Scope: State

Role Scope: County