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Please look at the whole picture
Do you recall the story about the woman who asked Ben Franklin if our new form of government was to be a monarchy or a republic? His response: ‘’A republic, if you can keep … more
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Political endorsements and disappointment
I am disappointed by the negative political Television Commercials, Facebook, and other Social Media. It used to be that a candidate’s opponent had terrible ideas. Now the opponent is … more
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Latinos support Ryan
A local right-wing group has been pretending that Orange County Latinos support Colin Schmitt’s bid to replace Congressman Pat Ryan. Nothing could be farther from the truth. As the first Latino … more
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HVSPCA Fundraiser
Jim and I would like to thank the following for supporting our 4th annual 100% volunteer bedding, food, supplies and adoption fundraiser for and at the Hudson Valley SPCA in New Windsor on October … more
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Why I’m voting Democratic
So many of us forgot or think it’s not so important to vote in a midterm election.  To the contrary, this is one of the MOST important elections in my voting lifetime. A great deal is at … more
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Julie Shiroishi for the Senate
Julie knows the inner workings of the NY state legislature. She did an exemplary job up in Albany as Jonathan Jacobson’s chief-of-staff. Not a novice and wasting no time, if elected, Julie will … more
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Bernie Rivers
 I have known Bernie Rivers for over 35 years. I had the honor of working with Bernie early in his Law Enforcement Career and have had the privilege of his friendship ever since. While I worked … more
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Let’s be honest
As New York’s early voting period and Election Day rapidly approach, I ask that you do two things. Vote and be honest with yourself. While every election is important, I believe this year, … more
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Is my life only worth $15.20 an Hour?
 Imagine, if you will, being a 42-year-old woman, an age when most women are raising children, or pursuing careers. Then imagine my reality: I was born with a disability and require help in … more
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Move Mail processing operations back to Newburgh
In 2014 the US Postal service closed its mail processing operations and combined them with the ones in Albany, NY. I thought it was a bad idea then and I think it’s still a bad idea today. This … more
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YES to Proposition 1
I am a voting Democrat and this year, I am excited to vote Democrat all down the line in this important midterm election. Why? Well, I am an environmental activist, and we happen to have a slate of … more
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Colin Schmitt
Aggressively pro-abortion Pat Ryan strongly supports killing babies. As a result, no faithful Catholic could possibly consider voting for Ryan. If we had a hierarchy that was truly Catholic (we … more
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Pat Ryan
I’m writing to express my support for Pat Ryan for Congress in CD 18 and Josh Riley for Congress in CD 19. Voting Democrats into Congress this midterm is crucial to codify into law the … more
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Better dental plans needed
I am writing to express my concern with the current healthcare system. Dual special needs plans (D-SNP) for people who are on Medicare and Medicaid needs a lot of improvement. In 2023 D-SNP plans … more
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Julie Shiroishi
From my perspective as the former mayor of the City of Beacon and chief of staff for Assemblyman Frank Skartados, I experienced both city and state governance. With that in mind, I am voting for … more
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Vote for Integrity, Elect Bernie Rivers
Retiring Orange County Sheriff Carl DuBois is supporting candidate Bernie Rivers for Sheriff. DuBois, who held his position for 20 years states, “…I want a sheriff that is going to tell … more
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Voting correctly
Voting is similar and as simple as driving a vehicle. If you want to move forward just put the gear in (D). If you want to go backwards just put the gear in (R). Same as voting, if you want to move … more
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Write-in candidate for Governor
This election will mark the first time in 80 years that you will only have two choices for Governor on the ballot. Thanks to more restrictive ballot access requirements, not a single third-party … more
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Democracy beware
    At one time we held sacrosanct the Great American Experiment we call democracy. We were the envy of all the world. Now, for me America is gradually losing its identity; it’s … more
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Government-backed student loans
The problem is that the government gives out student loans willy-nilly without checking whether the schools are accredited or are otherwise viable as far as the ability of its students to land good … more
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