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A talk with 2 candidates for Rochester Mayor
At InformedNY, we believe that staying informed means hearing perspectives from all sides even those outside our usual lane. In a time when political lines are sharply drawn, it’s easy to talk past each other. We think it’s more productive to listen, ask thoughtful...
Americans for Restoring the Constitution
Photo credit: Wynn PointauxAmericans for Restoring the Constitution – A Voice for “We the People” of New York by Elaine A. Benjamin “The Constitution is the guide which I never will abandon” — George Washington In 2009, a group of patriotic citizens from Broome...
Dissection of Gov. Hochul’s State of the State Address – Part 2
Dissection of Gov. Hochul's State of the State Address - Part 2 On page 16 Governor Hochul State of the State Address stated "Slash Middle-Class Taxes Up to Five Percent, Reaching 67-Year Lows The dollar doesn’t stretch as far as it used to, which is why Governor...
Shameful Remark
Shameful Quote In June 2024, during a debate on horseshoe crabs, Assemblywoman Jaime Williams made an unexpected and striking comment: “Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I rarely ever get up to speak.” With these words, the Democrat from Brooklyn, in office since 2016,...
Unopposed Legislative Seats
UnopposedLegislative Seats: A Silent Threat to New York’s Democracy In the bustling political landscape of New York State, the glaring absence of competition in many legislative races is a troubling sign. With over 40% of New York State Assembly and Senate districts...
Are you a woman who has considered running for office?
Claudia Tenney may be someone to seek advice from. She has experienced the ups, downs, redistricting, and the anxiety of uncertainty.
New York’s Battle Against Toxic Waste
Love Canal residents discuss revitalizing their contaminated neighborhood with EPA Administrator Lee M. Thomas in 1985.The Poison Beneath Our FeetNew York’s Battle Against Toxic Waste It’s a quiet summer evening in Niagara Falls, but the ground tells a different...
Felons Serving on Juries is a Threat to Public Safety
New York’sDangerous Proposal:Felons Serving on Juries is a Threat to Public SafetyA new bill in New York State could put public safety at risk by allowing convicted felons to serve on juries. The so-called “Jury of Our Peers Act” would grant individuals convicted of...
The Dangers of Unchecked Political Donations
money speaks louder than votesMoney OverDemocracy:[advertisement]The Dangers of Unchecked Political Donations The influence of wealth on politics has reached unprecedented levels, largely due to mechanisms like super PACs and loopholes in campaign finance laws. While...