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DemJones on Aug 23, 2022 8:01 AM
Progressives must NOT sit out this year's midterm elections! This election is far too important, both for the party and the country. Make sure to get involved these next two months - volunteer at a phone bank, write post cards supporting… See Comments
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Opinion

President Musk

President Musk

December 20, 2024
As the cabinet for Donald Trump’s second term shapes up, the letter “B” keeps popping up. “B” as in “billionaire.” At this writing, no fewer than 13… Read More
Obey

Obey

December 18, 2024
Obeying in Advance It began with two morning cable hosts vociferously opposed to a second term of Donald Trump. For months, they (rightly) called out Trump’s sheer unfitness, his autocratic… Read More
The Junk Drawer

The Junk Drawer

December 18, 2024
If anyone thought that Donald Trump would somehow become more serious and sober minded in his second term, well…I have some sweet oceanfront property in Phoenix to sell you. The first… Read More
They Failed Us

They Failed Us

December 18, 2024
Now that the twice-impeached convicted felon who incited an insurrection and stole classified intel has been given the Golden Ticket to do it all again, we need to talk. Democrats are scratching… Read More
Yes, It Matters

Yes, It Matters

November 3, 2024
We’ve heard it before, from cynical friends, family, and co-workers: “Why bother to vote? It doesn’t matter.” And in recent years, it can feel like that’s the case. The… Read More
Fact VS Freakout: A Sanity Checklist

Fact VS Freakout: A Sanity Checklist

November 3, 2024
An old friend of mine just told me of the issues driving voters in this presidential election. And by “voters,” he means, the dudes in his golf foursome. Steve is a smart guy. He keeps… Read More
The Bullies among Us

The Bullies among Us

October 11, 2024
Ever since Donald Trump came down the escalator in 2015, he’s attracted bullies. At his rallies, he encouraged audience members to rough up protestors. He told cops to “not be too… Read More
The Stench on the Bench

The Stench on the Bench

October 11, 2024
The last few years have been like being on a rollercoaster that’s careening on a 240-year-old track held together by duct tape and Krazy Glue. We’ve told ourselves that the relentless… Read More
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Governor Hochul Announces Additional $28.5 Million is Now Available to Install Electric Vehicle Fast Chargers Along Major Travel Corridors Across New York State

From: New York Governor Kathy Hochul
December 18, 2024
Competitive Program Supports Improving Consumer Access to Reliable Electric Vehicle Charging Governor Kathy Hochul today announced an additional $28.5 million is now available to install electric… Read More

Creating More Jobs: Governor Hochul Announces National Accolades for I-81 Viaduct Project's Local Hire Initiative

From: New York Governor Kathy Hochul
December 18, 2024
New York State Department of Transportation Earns Top Honors in Transportation Research Board’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Video Competition See Video of the Initiative on the NYSDOT… Read More

ICYMI: Governor Hochul's Op-Ed in The Journal News: This Is Why We Are Putting Your Hard-Earned Money Back In Your Pocket

From: New York Governor Kathy Hochul
December 18, 2024
On December 18, 2024, the Journal News published an op-ed by Governor Kathy Hochul regarding her longstanding commitment to addressing the cost of living in New York, including her new proposal to… Read More

Safer Streets and Subways: Governor Hochul, MTA and Law Enforcement Officials Provide Update on Keeping New Yorkers Safe on the Subway Ahead of the Holidays

From: New York Governor Kathy Hochul
December 18, 2024
Additional 250 New York National Guard Members Deployed in New York City to Bolster Safety Governor Accelerates Installation of Security Cameras in Every Subway Car, 100 Percent Complete With Over… Read More

Video, Audio, Photos and Rush Transcript: Governor Hochul, MTA and Law Enforcement Officials Provide Update on Keeping New Yorkers Safe on the Subway Ahead of the Holidays

From: New York Governor Kathy Hochul
December 18, 2024
Governor Hochul: “Thanks to our five point plan to improve public safety – subway safety, subway crime is down 10 percent just since last March. And only two years since the year 1970,… Read More
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