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That old town of Albany ain’t what it used to be
The general public has little or no idea how government works. Citizens may go to a town, city council or village board meeting, but they’re usually there for a brief visit about some neighborhood issue . . . more
New York leads on climate crisis
With the passage in the State Legislature of the most aggressive bill addressing climate change in the country, and a vow by Gov. Andrew Cuomo last week to sign it into law, New York is poised to take the lead in the fight against the world’s climate crisis. more
Nassau names 15 sites for early voting
State and local officials announced at a news conference last Friday the 15 locations in Nassau County that will be used as early-voting sites before the general election on Nov. 5. In January, the … more
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GOP is hardly Rooseveltian on conservation
Nassau County’s most famous Republican, President Theodore Roosevelt, dedicated much of his life to preserving nature. During his time in the White House, the Oyster Bay resident . . . more
What would congestion pricing mean for Long Islanders?
Most Long Islanders don’t blink when they hear the words “congestion pricing,” but this idea, now before the State Legislature, is a big deal for out-of-city drivers. more
Carrié Solages
Nassau Democrats back Solages in re-election bid
Nassau County Democrats announced on Feb. 13 that County Legislator Carrié Solages had earned their official endorsement in his upcoming re-election bid. The backing marks a full return for … more
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State deserves praise for passing gun measures
The Democratically controlled State Legislature moved on Jan. 29 to protect New Yorkers by enacting common-sense measures to combat gun violence. more
The state of New York state is sound. Let’s keep it that way.
Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s recent State of the State address was an impressive presentation of his accomplishments over the past eight years and his . . . more
Friends and family joined Elmont’s Monique Hardial as she announced her candidacy for Nassau County’s Third Legislative District seat on Jan. 21.
Elmont resident plans primary run against Carrie Solages
Elmont attorney Monique Hardial announced on Jan. 21 that she is planning to run against Nassau County Legislator Carrie Solages for the Democratic ticket in this year’s primary race. Hardial, 37, … more
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I’m committed to fixing Nassau’s tax-assessment system
Recently, I gave the order to post online tax-impact notices using last year’s tax levy and the new assessed market values for property owners across Nassau County. Throughout my first 11 months in office . . . more
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