Massena Soapbox

We invite you to use our Community Soapbox to engage in insightful conversations about issues in the community. We reserve the right at all times to remove any information or materials that are unlawful, threatening, abusive, libelous, defamatory, obscene, vulgar, pornographic, profane, indecent or otherwise objectionable to us, and to disclose any information necessary to satisfy the law, regulation or government request. We might permanently block any user who abuses these conditions.
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
See All

Opinion

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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
There are
6,748,526
Registered Democrats in New York
CHANGE STARTS WITH YOU

Latest News

ICYMI: Governor Hochul's Op-Ed in the Buffalo News: Inflation Hits Home in Buffalo - And I'm Fighting Back

From: New York Governor Kathy Hochul
December 23, 2024
On December 22, 2024, the Buffalo 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

Governor Hochul Awards More Than $225 Million to Water Quality Protection Projects Across the State

From: New York Governor Kathy Hochul
December 23, 2024
$197 Million Awarded to Projects Benefiting Environmental Justice Communities Funding to Update Aging Water Infrastructure, Address Phosphorus and Reduce the Frequency of Harmful Algal Blooms,… Read More

B-Roll, Video, Audio, Photos and Rush Transcript: Governor Hochul Distributes Toys to Families at The United Way of the Greater Capital Region Toy Drive

From: New York Governor Kathy Hochul
December 23, 2024
Governor Hochul: “We're here in the Capital Region to celebrate the generosity of so many New Yorkers… who have worked hard to collect almost 300 toys that we're giving out today. And… Read More

Holiday Cheer! Governor Hochul Announces Completion of Toy, Coat and School Supply Drive to Support New Yorkers in Need

From: New York Governor Kathy Hochul
December 23, 2024
Volunteers Collected 6,200 Donated Items, To Be Distributed By Nonprofits Across New York Traducción al español Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the completion of New… Read More

Lower Heating Costs: Governor Hochul Signs Legislation Expanding Access to Home Heating Aid for Senior Citizens

From: New York Governor Kathy Hochul
December 23, 2024
Legislation S.8760A/A.9369A Relates to the Identification and Enrollment of EPIC Program Participants Eligible for HEAP Assistance Puts Money Back in the Pockets of New York’s Seniors, and… Read More