Thursday, October 1, 2026
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Thank you to residents of Legislative District 11 for re-electing me and giving me the honor of continuing to serve you for another term.
A new year always gives me a spark of hope, and that …
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By Delia DeRiggi-Whitton
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1/6/26
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To date, more than 50 organizations and individual artists have indicated support for the grants academy concept. LIAA will continue to advocate for this resource at the county and state level. It is imperative to step up advocacy for Long Island arts, and essential for the LIAA to expand its influence in promoting the value of culture to the community.
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By Robert A. Scott
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1/6/26
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Here’s the description of the documentary in the Hamptons Doc Fest program: “Undeterred by armed soldiers, smooth-talking politicians and riot police, journalist Amy Goodman has reported some of the most consequential stories of our time. ‘Steal This Story, Please!’ is a gripping portrait of Amy, the trailblazer whose unwavering commitment to truth-telling spans three decades of turbulent history.
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By Karl Grossman
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1/6/26
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Dry Eye: The Silent Irritant and How to Find Relief
Do your eyes often feel scratchy or just plain tired, especially after a long day of screen time? You might be experiencing dry eye disease …
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By Dr. Carolyn Shih
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12/31/25
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How broken is New York’s approach to housing and fundamental fairness? Broken enough that an independently wealthy former assemblyman earning a six-figure salary occupies a rent-stabilized apartment meant for low-income families. Worse still, New Yorkers have just elected him mayor.
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By Jack Martins
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12/31/25
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For too long, water utilities have measured success by meeting minimum legal standards. We’ve moved beyond that. We’re pushing ourselves to respond to what our customers truly want: more transparency, more access to information, higher water quality that goes above and beyond the required levels, and customer service that empowers rather than frustrates.
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By Jeff Szabo
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12/31/25
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Together we will advocate for equitable investment, strengthen public safety with community trust, expand diverse and affordable housing options, and ensure that our district receives the resources and attention it deserves.
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By Viviana L. Russell
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12/31/25
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I believe that to truly understand the needs and concerns of the community, you must show up with a purpose and learn as much as you can from as many as you can to fully appreciate the variety of perspectives. My experience as a legislator, attorney, father, coach and mentor has prepared me to be compassionate, creative and pragmatic in representing my constituents and meeting challenges head-on.
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By Scott M. Davis
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12/31/25
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A.I. is not a neutral force. It is coded by humans, and because humans have biases, those prejudices are being hardwired into the algorithms now making life-altering decisions for our families. The bias we see in A.I. can crop up at nearly every stage of a model’s development.
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By Michaelle Solages
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12/31/25
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There is no way to fully protecting yourself from being scammed, but you can use these simple tools to help. Slow down, let calls go to voicemail and then research and verify. Call a family member, friend or your local police precinct for help.
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By Elaine Phillips
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12/31/25
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