Election Day is officially behind us, and absent any real close races followed by recounts, the serious contests are over.
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11/7/13
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In so many ways, the Town of Hempstead has set an example of how government ought to operate.
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2/28/13
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Last week, Governor Cuomo unveiled his 2013-14 budget. He proposed to increase school aid statewide by 3 percent while keeping overall state spending growth under 2 percent.
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1/31/13
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Due to redistricting following the 2010 census, there is a new state Assembly district in western Nassau County. The 22nd District spans from Bellerose to North Woodmere and includes all or parts of Elmont, Franklin Square and Valley Stream.
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By Andrew Hackmack
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10/10/12
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Many state and federal seats are up for grabs this year, and the decisions we make in the voting booth will have the potential to dramatically impact our lives.
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10/4/12
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Though most of the hype is surrounding this year’s presidential election, there are many other seats up for grabs this Election Day.
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By Andrew Hackmack
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10/4/12
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In November, when voters head to the polls, they may see some changes on the ballot. On Jan. 1, new State Assembly and Senate districts take effect, along with new congressional districts.
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9/27/12
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I have to admit, I’m having a problem understanding how, in just 33 working days, Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s Medicaid Redesign Team was able to recommend 79 cost cutting measures to save $2.3 billion in the upcoming budget. I’ll address this concern from three viewpoints.
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Hal Peterson
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3/9/11
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Local officials are hailing a decision by the state that will allow the use of mechanical lever voting machines in the upcoming village elections. Residents of several local villages, including Valley Stream, Lynbrook, East Rockaway, Cedarhurst and Malverne will be electing a mayor and trustees on March 15.
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By Andrew Hackmack
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3/2/11
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The Herald sat down with newly-elected NYS Assemblymen Brian Curran and Edward Ra.
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Andrew Hackmack
with video by Mary Malloy
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11/24/10
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