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Two fight for GOP nomination in NY-22 congressional primary
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The newly drawn 22nd Congressional District includes all of Onondaga, Madison, and Oneida counties and a small portion of Oswego County,
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The FBI subpoenaed several PA GOP lawmakers and we still don’t know why
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The Washington Post reported the Justice Department is particularly interested in a scheme to appoint slates of illegitimate Republican electors.
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SD-52 primary election: Webb wants to bridge community divides with government
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Lea Webb is running in a primary election for the Democratic nomination in the newly drawn 52nd state Senate District. Her primary opponent is Leslie Danks Burke.
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SD-52 primary election: Danks Burke wants to bring community advocacy to Albany
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Danks Burke is running in a primary election for the Democratic nomination in the newly drawn 52nd state Senate District. Her primary opponent is Lea Webb.
News
Your questions about New York’s August 23 primary elections answered
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If you’re looking to head to the polls, we have the basics covered.
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NY-23 special election: Della Pia wants to serve
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Della Pia is running as the Republican in the special election to fill out the term for New York’s current 23rd Congressional District. His Republican opponent is Joe Sempolinski.
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NY-23 special election: Della Pia and Sempolinski face off to fill vacancy
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Steuben County Republican Committee Chairman Joe Sempolinski and Tioga County Democratic Committee Chairman Max Della Pia are running to fill out the vacant seat representing New York’s 23rd Congressional District.
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NY-19 special election: Marc Molinaro promotes leadership record
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Molinaro is running as the Republican in the special election to fill out the term for New York’s current 19th Congressional District. His Democratic opponent is Pat Ryan.
Government
New York’s fight over Assembly district lines continues
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Arguments continue over who will draw the new state Assembly lines after a court ruled that those lines were unconstitutionally gerrymandered.
NY-19 special election: Pat Ryan touts leadership, business experience
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Pat Ryan is running as the Democrat in the special election to fill out the term for New York’s current 19th Congressional District. His Republican opponent is Marc Molinaro.
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New York governor condemns ‘cowardly attack’ on Salman Rushdie
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Hadi Matar, a 24-year-old from Fairview, N.J., was charged with attempted murder and assault, New York State Police said.
Crime and Justice
Hochul says red flag law usage has doubled since an executive order and new laws were passed
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“I want to be in the business of preventing crimes more so than trying to solve crimes. A red flag (law) allows us to do that.”
App NEWS
Former board members cast light on Danks Burke’s good government PAC
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The state senate candidate touts Trailblazers as a testament to her record of promoting good government, but former associates say the PAC’s ideals were bent as Danks Burke campaigned.
News
Hochul leads Zeldin in the governor’s race, but a win is not guaranteed
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“I always run like an underdog up until the very last minute. That’s why I am successful.”
Health
Some Pennsylvania doctors call Dr. Oz’s run for Senate a ‘threat to public health’
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The group is targeting Oz’s medical treatment recommendations and health product promotions during his time as host of “The Dr. Oz Show.”
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NY19 Democrats debate ahead of primary election
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The winner of the Aug. 23 primary will face Republican Marc Molinaro in one of the nation’s most competitive districts.
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NY-19 primary: Josh Riley touts policy experience, Southern Tier roots
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Democratic candidate Josh Riley wants to return to Washington to buck corporate special interests.
Aaron Foldenauer
Hochul, legislative leaders want to reassemble deadlocked redistricting commission
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A court will decide how to redraw state Assembly districts for 2024 elections.
Government
Doug Mastriano used legal maneuvering to end his Jan. 6 committee interview
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Mastriano said he never entered the Capitol, that he left before any violence occurred, and never crossed police lines “as they existed.”
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NY-19 primary: Jamie Cheney emphasizes agriculture roots, women’s health care
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Democratic candidate Jamie Cheney wants to be a voice for agriculture and mothers in the new 19th Congressional District.
Economy
Zeldin, farm owners push back against state wage board proposal for 40-hour week for farmworkers
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“Our farmers, our farmworkers are all getting collectively screwed right now by one-party Democratic rule.”
Health
After attack, Zeldin pushes for national Dwyer veterans support program
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It helps veterans with mental health issues through peer-to-peer support.
App NEWS
Switching sides? New York voters have just 1 week to change political parties before August primary
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Registered voters have until August 11 to change their party affiliation for the upcoming congressional and state Senate primaries.
News
PA Supreme Court upholds no-excuse mail voting ahead of midterms
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The justices rejected the GOP argument that the legislature did not have the power to allow Pennsylvanians to vote by mail without an excuse.
App NEWS
Poll shows Hochul leading Zeldin in race for New York Governor
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“Independent voters (are) closely divided, 44% with Zeldin, 42% with Hochul.”
Crime and Justice
Governor sues to block abortion, voter ID questions from reaching PA ballot box
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The Democratic governor claims legislative Republicans unconstitutionally lumped together five pieces of their “failed” agenda.
News
PA Democrats remind voters of Doug Mastriano’s ties to anti-Semites and conspiracy theorists.
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“If you embrace antisemites and racists and homophobes and xenophobes, then you are one of them.”
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Fairport man accused of trying to attack Rep. Lee Zeldin now faces federal charge
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A Fairport man now faces a federal charge in addition to the state charge already filed against him earlier in the week, after he allegedly tried to attack New York gubernatorial candidate Rep. Lee Zeldin.
Government
Voting rights lawyers say latest GOP mail-voting challenge in Pennsylvania is ‘fueling the big lie’
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“The motivation here may be to…keep encouraging voters to believe there is something suspect about the way elections run in Pennsylvania.”
Government
PA counties want to count mail-in ballots early. State lawmakers have yet to agree.
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County election workers say they should have more time to open and sort mail-in ballots, but lawmakers have so far failed to approve such a change.
Food and Farms
Hochul announces $38 million awarded to conserve farmland across New York
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The grant will protect nearly 12,000 acres of land, and 40 farms across the state were awarded funding.
Government
Zeldin accuses Governor of stalling probe into controversial COVID-19 policies
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“Kathy Hochul is dragging her feet because of politics, and because there’s an election coming up on Nov. 8.”
Affordable Housing
Progressive state Senate candidates talk housing, reparations at Ithaca town hall
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Leslie Danks Burke and Lea Webb are competing for the Democratic nomination in the race for New York’s 52nd State Senate District, which covers Ithaca and Binghamton.
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Paladino, Langworthy announce lawsuits against NY’s new firearms legislation
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Langworthy and Paladino are running in the new 23rd Congressional District, which runs from Buffalo to Chemung County.
App NEWS
Riley, Cheney tout fundraising hauls ahead of August congressional primary
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Josh Riley and Jamie Cheney are running for the Democratic nomination in the 19th Congressional District. Both candidates are making strong financial gains.
App NEWS
Hochul signs bill to create clean energy jobs, reduce greenhouse gas emissions
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New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed three bills Tuesday to create clean energy jobs, building the infrastructure needed to switch away from fossil fuels.
Aaron Foldenauer
Court begins redrawing process for Assembly district lines in 2024
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The judge cited a section of law suggesting the court may consider trying to revive the state’s Independent Redistricting Commission.
News
A bill loosening rules for Pennsylvania poll watchers heads to Governor Wolf’s desk
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Multiple federal investigations as well as court rulings and state-mandated audits found no evidence of extraordinary election problems.
Government
PA primary voters turned out in record numbers. Here’s what drew some of them to the polls
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Whether the high-profile races for governor and U.S. Senate motivates voters to turn out this fall is an open question.
Uncategorized
Resciniti secures Republican nomination for Binghamton Assembly district race
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Resciniti will face 10-term incumbent Democratic Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo (D-123) in the November general election.
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Cornell student Tiffany Chen Kumar wins primary in Ithaca Common Council race
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Kumar ran as part of the progressive “Solidarity Slate.” She won more than 70% of the vote, ousting incumbent and fellow Cornell undergrad, Patrick Mehler.
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Hochul, Zeldin will face off in November’s election for governor
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New York Governor Kathy Hochul won Tuesday’s Democratic primary, her first contest in seeking a full term as governor. She’ll now face the Republican primary winner, Long Island Rep. Lee Zeldin, in the November election.
News
Primary Day in New York offers Democrats 3 choices, and 4 to Republicans
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While Governor Hochul is favored to win, her running mate, Lieutenant Governor Antonio Delgado, does not hold the same level of support.
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Robin Alpaugh and Sophia Resciniti face off for Binghamton Assembly District GOP nod
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The winner of the June 28 primary will face off against incumbent Democratic Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo (D-123) in the general election this fall.
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Voter Guide: New York’s June 28 Primary for Governor & Lt. Governor
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Voters in New York who are registered as either a Democrat or a Republican will have the chance to pick nominees for governor and lieutenant governor.
App NEWS
Dems participate in 19th Congressional District forum
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Congressional primary elections take place Aug. 23.
News
Three Democrats in a competitive race for lieutenant governor
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Twice in the past 15 years, a lieutenant governor in New York found themselves suddenly elevated to governor.
App NEWS
Republican gubernatorial candidates debate before next week’s New York primary
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Andrew Giuliani was not on stage and had to take part virtually in the first two debates due to his vaccination status.
Government
Signing voting rights expansion, Hochul, advocates contrast New York with nation
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The new laws are intended to counter U.S. Supreme Court decisions of the past decade rolling back parts of the federal Voting Rights Act of 1965.
Ana Maria Archila
Democratic lieutenant governor candidate touts progressive support in Ithaca
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Ana María Archila dismissed Antonio Delgado’s union endorsements.
App NEWS
New York court tosses GOP governor candidate’s lawsuit
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Harry Wilson’s allegations against Rep. Lee Zeldin were dismissed by a judge.
Andrew Giuliani
Rudy Giuliani stumps for son’s gubernatorial bid in Binghamton
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The former New York City mayor doesn’t believe Trump’s endorsement is “necessary” pre-primary.
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Watch: Republican candidates for New York governor spar in primary debate
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The four Republican candidates for governor in New York squared off in their first debate Monday night on CBS2 TV. And it wasn’t long before they were hurling attacks and challenging each other’s records.
App NEWS
New York Republican chairman declares bid for Southern Tier congressional seat
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Nick Langworthy’s entrance to the race sets up a potentially contentious primary in the Republican-leaning district.
Aaron Foldenauer
New York appellate court tosses Assembly maps
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The court kept the existing Assembly maps to stay in place for the 2022 elections.
App NEWS
Gubernatorial candidate alleges Zeldin campaign violated finance laws
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The lawsuit asks the court to bar Zeldin from spending campaign funds ahead of the June 28 primary election.
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Rep. Chris Jacobs’ drop out sets up potential primary in 23rd Congressional District
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Langworthy’s entry into the race could produce a contentious primary in the heavily Republican-leaning new 23rd District.
News
Pennsylvania Republicans are no closer to re-inspecting Fulton County’s 2020 voting machines
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The probe has been snared by court challenges, procedural headaches, and funding issues.
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Hochul, in a debate, takes on her two Democratic primary opponents
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Governor Kathy Hochul defended her record against her two primary opponents in a debate Tuesday night, where topics ranged from abortion rights to cryptocurrency mining.
App NEWS
Special election set for NY-23 congressional seat previously held by Tom Reed
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Whoever wins the special election for the 23rd Congressional District will serve out the remainder of Reed’s term, which ends in December.
News
GOP insiders begin to reluctantly support Doug Mastriano, as Democrats tout unity in Pennsylvania
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Still unknown is whether one of the commonwealth’s biggest conservative fundraisers, billionaire Wall Street trader Jeffrey Yass, will give Mastriano money.
News
Tenney drops bid for 23rd Congressional District, now running in new 24th district
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The new 24th district, which includes most of Oswego County and stretches west through the Finger Lakes and into Niagara County in western New York.
News
How Mastriano built a grassroots movement in PA on election denial, Christianity, and Facebook
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Mastriano rose to the top of a crowded GOP field for PA governor through candid chats about his extreme conservative views.
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In PA primary, two state budget leaders’ experience used against them
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Both challengers, in their races against Rep. Stan Saylor and Sen. Pat Browne, criticized their tenure.
App NEWS
Uncertainty still clouds New York’s 23rd Congressional District special election
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“We are well beyond anything that anyone ever contemplated as far as levels of uncertainty. So obviously, more certainty sooner is better.”
Energy
As PA gubernatorial candidates push more gas production, report collects studies that show fracking harms
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Industry condemns the report, while advocates cite growing climate fears.
News
Proposed 22nd congressional district could lead to tight race
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“That’s a tougher hill for (Claudia Tenney) to climb, but she’s got a lot of name recognition. She has money; she has incumbency.”
News
GOP candidate, who tried to overturn PA’s 2020 election results, wins primary for governor
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Political observers have said Doug Mastriano would likely have to moderate his positions in order to be successful statewide.
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Last minute changes, errors plague Ithaca’s school board elections
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Some voters said they were turned away from the polls because they followed an earlier, incorrect polling place assignment.
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Democrats face tougher election prospects under newly released draft maps
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The new lines create several new competitive districts, and lower the amount of Democratic-leaning districts overall.
Politics and Elections
Doug Mastriano, leading in PA GOP governor polls, taunts ‘establishment’ at closed event
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The congressional committee investigating the events of Jan. 6 has subpoenaed Mastriano, but he didn’t appear for a deposition in March.
News
Does New York really need to hold two separate primary dates? Voting advocates say no.
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New York is set to hold a primary election on June 28 for statewide offices, but primaries for congressional and state Senate seats will be held on Aug. 23.
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Jake Corman drops out of PA governor’s race, endorses Lou Barletta
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The two are uniting in a last-ditch attempt to winnow support for state Sen. Doug Mastriano, who leads the race so far.
News
Where PA’s U.S. Senate candidates stand on energy, climate issues
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StateImpact Pennsylvania checked in on how climate change and energy issues are playing out in the race for U.S. Senate.
News
Two debates set in Democratic primary for New York governor
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“I’m eager to participate in these debates to highlight our strong track record of getting things done for New Yorkers.”
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Timeline for rescheduled primaries set as court continues redrawing NY district maps
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Judge Patrick McAllister wrote in his decision that he believes the Assembly lines are unconstitutional, but the attempts to intervene in the lawsuit came too late.
News
PA primary 2022: A last-minute guide to everything you need to know to vote May 17
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Democrats and Republicans will consider a number of races, while unaffiliated voters in some parts of the state will weigh ballot questions.
News
PA primary 2022: Everything you need to know about requesting, filling out, and returning your mail ballot
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No-excuse mail voting is still valid in Pennsylvania despite an ongoing case before the state Supreme Court.
Antonio Delgado
Hochul picks Rep. Antonio Delgado for lieutenant governor
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Delgado had been running for re-election against Republican Dutchess County Executive Marc Molinaro.
Crime and Justice
Former New York Lt. Gov. Brian Benjamin is now off the ballot after New York legislature acts
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For this election cycle, the rule applies only to Benjamin, who was indicted April 12 on federal corruption charges and resigned later that day.
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First GOP gubernatorial primary in a decade has candidates crossing New York looking for support
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There’s no incumbent, Gov. Kathy Hochul’s poll numbers are falling, and her lieutenant governor was arrested on corruption charges.
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Assembly maps challenged as court begins redrawing congressional, state Senate districts
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The judge ordered state senate and congressional primary elections postponed to August.
News
What’s next for New York’s primaries?
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The state Board of Elections says its staff is ready to “quickly develop a new Political Calendar for an August primary”.
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Judge moves congressional, State Senate primaries to August
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The state Legislature may decide whether to keep other primaries in June.
News
PA’s 2022 primary is May 17. Here’s a quick rundown of what you need to know
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The Pennsylvania primary election in 2022 is May 17. Here’s a quick rundown of what you need to know before you vote.
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High court hears testimony on New York’s new congressional lines
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“We seriously disagree with the proposition that this was an egregious gerrymander. We don’t believe it was a gerrymander at all.”
News
Syracuse’s Howie Hawkins launches campaign for governor
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Hawkins and his running mate Gloria Mattera said their first order of business is to get the Green Party on the ballot.
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Amid Trump-initiated turbulence in the Pennsylvania governor race, Dave White makes his move
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To date, White has dumped $4 million of his own money into his campaign — more self-funding than any other candidate in the race.
App NEWS
Reed returns to Corning for ‘farewell’ town hall
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Reed touted his work to promote bipartisan consensus building in Congress, but he also painted a grim picture of the growing hyperpartisanship and cynicism he has witnessed on Capitol Hill.
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Environmental regulator says Bitcoin mining plant permit renewal still facing ‘uphill battle’
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“I appreciate the ambition, but we want to see what the science says, what the facts say on the application and ultimately we’ll make a determination on that and that alone.”
News
Jake Corman was getting out of the race for PA governor, then Trump called
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Corman filed his paperwork to withdraw from the race Tuesday afternoon. But just hours later, he reversed the attempt.
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Judge dismisses harassment charges made by Binghamton councilwoman
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The charges stem from a City Council meeting last summer.
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NY delays Finger Lakes Bitcoin mining plant’s permitting decision
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Environmental activists call the move “political.”
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Judge rules New York’s district maps unconstitutional, orders Legislature to draw new ones
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Democrats immediately said they would appeal the ruling.
News
GOP gubernatorial candidate Harry Wilson unveils “Turnaround New York” plan
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“Whether it’s rising crime, sky high taxes, rising cost of living… All of those are an outgrowth of a broken system.”
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Democrats launch early, aggressive national campaign effort in Pennsylvania
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Pennsylvania’s coordinated campaign has around 40 volunteers stationed across key regions, including 16 on various college campuses
Crime and Justice
PA’s Supreme Court allows some party committee candidates to pass out nomination petitions
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People running for precinct committee or county party spots can now ask for nomination signatures until March 15.
Uncategorized
Court challenge to NY’s legislative maps will proceed amid gerrymandering claims
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Petitioners did, at least immediately, fail to convince the court to pause elections processes currently under way.
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Steuben court to hear sides in NY redistricting challenge
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The petition argues New York state legislative and executive leaders, all Democrats, improperly passed the maps in violation of the procedures instituted by a constitutional amendment in 2014.
App NEWS
Jumaane Williams picks progressive activist as running mate in New York governor’s race
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“After four years of Trump…we still have a Governor and Lieutenant Governor who serve the interests of the billionaires and big corporations.”
News
Republicans pick party nominees for New York’s statewide offices
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At least one of the designated nominees could still face a primary challenge for the official nomination in June.
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GOP leaders meet to choose candidates for governor and other New York races
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“Cashless bail needs to be repealed, Alvin Bragg needs to be removed. We need to support law enforcement more, not less.”
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Zeldin picks police veteran as running mate in race for New York governor
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“Lawmakers have shackled the hands of law enforcement with irresponsible restrictions, while simultaneously allowing violent criminals to operate with impunity.”
News
In the fight to control Congress, Pennsylvania’s district map could make the difference
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It’s been a pitched battle so far, since both major parties have been eyeing the opportunity to claim an edge for several years.
News
Republican field for New York governor widens, businessman Harry Wilson now running
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The Conservative Party of New York State didn’t take kindly to Wilson’s announcement Tuesday, saying they’d continue to back Zeldin in the race for governor.
News
Hochul’s primary opponents make pitch for more diverse voices
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“I spoke with our keynote speaker today, Hillary Clinton, a few months ago. She tried to persuade me not to run,”
App NEWS
Convention officially chooses Hochul as Democratic Party’s designated nominee for governor
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“There are those who actually believe Democrats are vulnerable this November. I flatly reject that notion right here.”
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Hochul set to receive Democratic Party’s nomination for governor
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“We are going to continue speaking to New Yorkers. That is basically the strategy. And let them know what our administration is accomplishing.”
Government
Rep. Tom Suozzi picks Diana Reyna as running mate in campaign for New York governor
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“When I heard he was running for governor, I wanted in. I wanted to be part of that campaign — to shake things up and get something done in Albany.”
App NEWS
Zeldin rallies for support at Broome County GOP dinner
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New York Republican gubernatorial candidate Lee Zeldin called on Broome County Republicans to help drive turnout in the Southern Tier leading into the election this fall.
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Republicans to challenge Lupardo for Binghamton-area Assembly seat
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Binghamton City Councilwoman Sophia Resciniti and Robin Alpaugh are looking to unseat nine-term incumbent Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo (D-123).
App NEWS
Tenney declares bid for Southern Tier congressional seat following redistricting
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The Southern Tier district is currently represented by Rep. Tom Reed (R-23) who announced he would not run for reelection.
App NEWS
Broome sheriff contributes to Newcomb campaign
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Harder, a Republican, said he intends to make an endorsement in the race in the coming months, but declined to indicate a preference.
App NEWS
Broome County legislators vote along party lines to adopt new redistricting map
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Broome County legislators voted along party lines Tuesday night to adopt a new legislative district map, favored by Republicans. Last week, many residents voiced their concerns about the map in a public hearing.
Uncategorized
Svante Myrick to step down as Ithaca mayor
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“Being the 44th mayor of the City of Ithaca has been the honor of my lifetime.”
Ammitai Wurob
Southern Tier State Senate candidates emerge with districts still unclear
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Candidates are declaring their intentions to run for State Senate across the Southern Tier and Finger Lakes.
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Voter turnout was low in 2021 election, even for an off-year
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In Broome and Tompkins counties, only about 27% of people registered to vote actually cast a ballot.
News
If PA Senator Mastrino wants to be governor, he may have to moderate
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“I think the Pa. GOP has shifted a bit from [wanting] the most conservative candidate possible to, ‘Who is the most electable?’
App NEWS
David, Kraham outline transition for new Binghamton City administration
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The transition comes as several city departments have vacancies or are currently led by individuals looking to retire in the near future.
App NEWS
How 2021 election results will impact 2022
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“We came off an election (in 2020), where Democrats were all charged up to beat Donald Trump. They succeeded. So that motivator is gone.”
News
2022 race for New York governor already well underway
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“I can handle this, bring it on, but right now, there are so many needs in this state.”
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Rep. Tom Suozzi to decide on run for governor in coming weeks
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“We have to be willing to stand up to the far left because…(it’s) destroying the party.”
App NEWS
PA Counties confirm general election went smoothly
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Several counties reported about 32 percent of registered voters turned out at the polls or returned a mail ballot by Tuesday night.
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New York’s voter access proposals fared poorly in Southern Tier districts
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“I would suspect that this is an example of the people who scheduled those initiatives choosing the wrong election to put those initiatives on the ballot.”
Government
GOP claims victory as 3 ballot props fail
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Republicans and Conservatives are claiming victory in the rejection of three ballot proposals that would have allowed mail-in voting in New York, same-day voter registration, and made changes to the state’s redistricting process.
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GOP wins 2021 election for the Pennsylvania Supreme Court, plus other results
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The race between Democrat Maria McLaughlin and Republican Kevin Brobson was marked by big campaign spending and negative ads.
News
GOP candidate declares victory in Cortland mayoral race
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Republican candidate Scott Steve declared victory in Cortland’s mayoral race over Tuesday night. He leads Democrat Bruce Tytler by just over 200 votes.
App NEWS
Drnek elected next mayor of Oneonta
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Drnek ended election night with 1,152 votes. His opponent, Republican candidate Len Carson, received 718.
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Kraham declares victory in Binghamton mayor race
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Republicans appear poised to maintain control of the mayor’s office for another four years.
Voters Approve Change to NY Constitution on ‘Clean’ Environment, Reject Proposals on Elections
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Voters in New York appeared to reject three amendments to the state constitution on Tuesday that would have modified the state’s redistricting process and made it easier to vote, while approving two others on the environment and courts in New York City.
Government
Want to see who’s funding local candidates in PA? It’s harder than you’d think.
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Hundreds of local races across Pennsylvania are on today’s ballot, but determining who is bankrolling the candidates can be onerous.
App NEWS
Binghamton mayoral candidates respond to questions left out of debate
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Binghamton’s mayoral candidates respond to the questions left unasked and unanswered during last month’s mayoral debate.
Government
‘They can do it too:’ redistricting groups hope to set examples for lawmakers with publicly-sourced maps
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“With this Unity map, we have the opportunity to elect a candidate of our choice who truly represents us.
2022 election
New York’s attorney general announces run for governor, setting up Democratic primary
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There’s a joke in Albany that the title “AG” stands for “Aspiring Governor”, and for good reason. Governors Andrew Cuomo and Elliot Spitzer were both attorney generals.
Government
New York’s ballot redistricting proposition draws mixed reviews
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Democrats favor one set of maps, while GOP commissioners support a different plan.
Crime and Justice
Powerful Special Interests Pour Millions Into The 2021 PA Supreme Court Race
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Millions of dollars from special interests are pouring into the election, a clear sign of the potential future decisions that could hang in the balance.
App NEWS
Ballot Issues That Expand Voter Access In New York Face GOP Backlash
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“In reality, these proportions are devastating to our election integrity.”
Environment
New York Proposition Two Would Guarantee Right To Clean Air And Water
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There are pros and cons to a ballot proposal that would guarantee New Yorkers’ rights to clean air and water.
App NEWS
Oneonta Mayoral Candidates Debate Housing And Downtown Revitalization Projects
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Two current members of the Oneonta Common Council are running for the position. Republican candidate Len Carson and Democratic candidate Mark Drnek discussed their vision for the city in a debate Wednesday.
News
New Yorkers Will Decide Five Statewide Ballot Propositions
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“We definitely recommend for this election that voters do their homework…know what these proposals are.”
2021 Election
Policing, Sewage Contentious Points During Binghamton Mayoral Debate
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The candidates strongly differed over the management of the Binghamton-Johnson City Joint Sewage Treatment Plant.
2021 Election
Butler Continues Binghamton Mayoral Write-In Campaign With Green Party Support
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Ken Butler will not be on the ballot, but has been rallying support for a write-in campaign.
News
Major Voting Changes Are On This Year’s New York Ballot
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“This will allow people who have not properly registered to vote, to be able to register to vote on the day of the election, and cast a ballot.”
App NEWS
Environmental Rights Are On New York’s Ballots This Election
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“15 simple words, each person shall have a right to clean air and clean water and a healthful environment.”
News
Are You Mailing Your Ballot? Here’s What PA Voters Need To Know About Postage
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“The ballot is extremely long in several of our counties and they’re like up to three pages, which means that the cost of returning those ballots is more than just a single stamp.”
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Governor Calls Democratic Party Chair’s Remarks ‘Disturbing’ But Doesn’t Call for His Exit
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“What Jay Jacob did was wrong, it was very disturbing, clearly unacceptable and it was hurtful.”
2021 Election
BGM Mayoral Candidates Debate Tonight On WSKG Radio-TV
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Both candidates will participate in a League of Women Voters Debate to discuss their candidacy and perspective on several policy issues impacting the city.
2021 Election
New York Voters To Consider Environmental Rights Amendment Ballot Proposal
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Experts aren’t exactly certain of any specific immediate legal implications of the amendment.
Government
Everything You Need To Know About PA’s 2021 Elections
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Everything you need to vote in the 2021 Pa. election, including key dates, how to find your polling place, and guides to the most consequential races.
Education
A Basic Guide To Vetting Candidates In PA’s 2021 School Board Elections
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These races are more contentious than ever, but getting information can be difficult.
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Poll Finds Hochul is “Frontrunner” in Governor’s Race
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Governor Hochul, who was virtually unknown before she took over, has a 55% approval rating, according to the Marist College poll.
App NEWS
Fiala Reelected Broome Democratic Party Chair, Endorses Hochul
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Fiala endorsed Gov. Kathy Hochul for reelection in 2022 during her first week as the Broome Democrats’ second-term party chair.
App NEWS
Governor Hochul Increasingly Likely to Face A Primary Challenge
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“I’m the most prepared person to assume this responsibility, and I am going to ask the voters at some point for their faith in me again.”
App NEWS
Van De Water To Run For Congress Again After 2020 Defeat
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Although the Congressional maps for 2022 aren’t determined yet, 2020 candidate Kyle Van De Water says he is running again.
Binghamton Mayor Rich David Announces Bid For State Senate
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David is running for the seat currently held by Fred Akshar, who is not seeking reelection.
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Over Half Of New York’s Republican County Chairs Have Endorsed Rep. Lee Zeldin for Governor
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“I think it would be a safe assumption that Lee Zeldin is the front runner because he’s the only person that’s declared his candidacy to that level.”
Oneida County Faces Possible Lawsuit For Violating Voters’ Rights
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“I certainly believe a significant number of their concerns of the federal government, the Department of Justice, are going to be addressed by the actions we’re taking and have been taking since the election was concluded.”
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SungEel Won’t Pursue Battery Recycling Facility in Endicott
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The company cited what it called a “divisive local political climate.”
Anthony Brindisi
Brindisi Congratulates Tenney, But Hopes For Investigation Into Boards Of Elections
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“It is time to close the book on this election and focus on building a better community and more united Country for our children.”
Anthony Brindisi
Judge Orders Vote Certification In NY-22
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Republican Claudia Tenney leads with 109, according to the court’s final tallies, and after the Oneida County certifies its vote count is likely to be sworn into Congress.
Anthony Brindisi
NY-22: Judge Sets-Up What Could Be Final Stages In Drawn Out Race
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If all goes according to the schedule laid out by Justice Scott DelConte, voters in the district can expect to have a representative in Congress next week at the earliest.
Anthony Brindisi
NY-22 Judge Grants Oneida County BOE Extension, Delaying Update
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Representatives for Republican Claudia Tenney and Democrat Anthony Brindisi must now wait until Friday, at the earliest, to find out which candidate is closer to claiming the seat.
Anthony Brindisi
NY-22 Judge Says He’ll Be Consistent In Ordering Corrections As Lawsuit Draws On
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“There’s no doubt in my mind where I’m going with this: every legal vote means every legal vote.”
Anthony Brindisi
Both NY-22 Candidates Now On Board For 2022
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Brindisi filed his latest election bid for New York’s 22nd Congressional District with the Federal Election Commission on Friday.
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Reed Does Not Support Removing Trump After Insurrection
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“I’m confident we’re going to get through the next 13 days in a safe and secure fashion”
U.S. Congress Confirms Biden As President, After “Goons And Thugs” Stage “Failed Insurrection”
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Extremists emboldened by President Trump sought to thwart the peaceful transfer of power by staging a violent insurrection inside the U.S. Capitol.
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Reed Will Support Electoral College In House Vote To Certify Biden Election
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Reed said voting to uphold the election results is his duty.
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NY-22 Errors And Campaign Challenges Could Undermine Voter Rights, Experts Say
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It’s unclear just how many hundreds of challenge ballots there are, but with only 12 votes separating the candidates, the court’s rulings on them might determine the race’s outcome.
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Visible Protests Absent From PA’s Electoral College Meeting
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“Despite being in the middle of a global pandemic, more Pennsylvanians than ever before – 6.9 million – participated in the Nov. 3 election and had their voices heard.”
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Meeting In-Person, New York’s Electors Vote For Biden, Harris
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“This pandemic, these masks, this physical configuration are a stark reminder to the nation that government matters and leadership matters.”
Government
New York’s Electoral College Meets Today
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“Apparently, the law specifically says meet in person at the state Capitol. There’s been so much litigation about the election, we don’t want to test the law.”
Government
New York’s Top Democrats, Including Clintons, Cast Electoral Votes Next Week
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“I think the time might’ve come to change the Electoral College, and I would support that change.”
Anthony Brindisi
Oswego Court Orders Ballots Recounts To Fix NY-22 Errors
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There are still a couple of thousand votes in the district that are disputed or were never counted by election officials in violation of state election law, as evident in the court’s decision.
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Oswego Court To Issue Ruling About How, And If, NY-22 Ballots Are Counted
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“The role of the court, as I see it, is making sure everyone follows the law,” Justice Scott DelConte said during oral arguments Monday.
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With Challenged Ballots In NY22 Race, Some Election Officials Failed To Follow Law
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Besides the razor thin margin, the absentee ballot counting process has been plagued by some errors and inefficiencies made by election officials.