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In vitro fertilization is worth fighting for

IVF, a leading solution for infertility, faces challenges including high costs and legal threats. Legislative responses are needed to ensure accessibility and protect the hope it offers millions of prospective parents. more

By Brian Curran | 4/5/24

Judy Griffin looks to take back the district

Judy Griffin is hoping to reclaim the 21st Assembly District seat this November. The former Assemblywoman from Rockville Centre announced her candidacy last week, expressing a renewed commitment to … more

By Mohammad Rafiq | 3/15/24

Former Assemblywoman Judy Griffin announces her campaign for the 21st Assembly District seat. She will run against incumbent Assemblyman Brian Curran on Election Day in November.

Judy Griffin looks to take back Assembly district

Judy Griffin is hoping to reclaim the 21st Assembly District seat this November. The former Assemblywoman from Rockville Centre announced her candidacy last week, expressing a renewed commitment to … more

By Daniel Offner | 3/13/24

The problems with bumper-sticker governance

Bumper-sticker slogans and politics have always been inseparable, like peanut butter and jelly. Throughout the history of campaigning, politicians have employed succinct, often widely known but ambiguous sayings to seek the approval of prospective voters. But these slogans’ recent transition from catchy phrases to foundational theories of governmental policy has had negative consequences, particularly in New York. more

By Brian Curran | 3/1/24

Congestion pricing: another nightmare for family budgets

Recently I saw a video that went viral of a middle-aged woman breaking down in tears because of the financial pressures on her family. more

By Brian Curran | 12/14/23

Assemblyman Brian Curran, in partnership with Green Acres Mall, Freeport Housing Authority, and Mayor Robert Kennedy, delivered turkeys to Freeport residents on Nov. 22, aiming to provide a heartwarming Thanksgiving meal amid economic challenges.

Local leaders unite to bring holiday cheer

Assemblyman Brian Curran in coordination with the Green Acres Mall, the Freeport Housing Authority and Mayor Robert Kennedy, helped deliver turkeys to residents of Freeport on Nov. 22. The … more

By Mohamed Farghaly | 12/1/23

Among the honorees, Cathy Vodopivec of Freeport stood out for her extensive volunteerism, particularly in scouting, where she has dedicated over 11 years to various committees and programs.

Cathy Vodopivec honored for community services

After decades of giving, these eight upstanding citizens were recognized for their diverse acts of community service. On Nov. 5, Assemblyman Brian Curran honored these women who have dedicated … more

ABIGAIL GRIECO | 12/1/23

We need to do more to address antisemitism

On Oct. 7, I, like most people, watched in horror as broadcast images from Israel showed terrorists from Gaza indiscriminately killing Israelis. more

By Brian Curran | 10/26/23

Serious pollution in the airspace above is being ignored

Today, everyone is conscious of pollution and its detrimental effects on our environment and health. The most common forms are water, air and plastic pollution, but there is another type . . . more

By Brian Curran | 9/14/23

Election integrity in New York?

Over the past 20-something years, election integrity has become a hot-button issue in our country. In 2000, Democrats claimed that George W. Bush was an illegitimate president . . . more

By Brian Curran | 7/27/23