Progressive Senator Comes Out in Opposition to Massive Subsidies for Amazon’s HQ2 LONG ISLAND CITY, NY — November 21, 2018 — Senator Michael Gianaris today thanked U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders for his support of the Long Island City community in the fight against massive corporate welfare for Amazon’s HQ2 location proposed for Queens. “Bernie Sanders is a proven champion …
Governor Cuomo Announces State Landmarks to Be Lit in Recognition of Transgender Day of Remembrance
One World Trade Center and Kosciuszko Bridge to be Illuminated NEW YORK, NY — November 20, 2018 — Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced the spire of One World Trade Center and the Kosciuszko Bridge will be lit in honor of Transgender Day of Remembrance. The structures will be illuminated in the colors of the transgender flag tonight in memory …
Rob Astorino’s $10,000 Submariner Rolex Remains Coveted But Still Not Worn
By HEZI ARIS
The political vitriol that consumed the contest between then incumbent Weschester County Executive Rob Astorino and eventual successor George Latimer continues to tick albeit not on Mr. Astorino’s wrist. Federal investigators continue to hold onto the $10,000 Submariner Rolex in a pay-to-play probe.
By HEZI ARIS
Senator Gianaris to Introduce Legislation Banning State From Entering Into Secrecy Deals Like That Used by Amazon
Legislation Would Ban State Agencies, Local Governments from Entering Non-Disclosure Agreements as Part of Economic Development Contracts NEW YORK, NY — November 19, 2018 – Senator Michael Gianaris is introducing new legislation that would ban governments from entering non-disclosure agreements at the insistence of private corporations engaging in economic development talks. After nearly 15 months of secret negotiations, the State …
John Bailey, White Plains CitizeNetReporter Publisher/Editor, Michael Edelman, Esq., National Political Analyst, and Hezi Aris, Yonkers Tribune Editor-at-Large on Westchester On the Level – Monday, November 19, 2018th @10am EST
Share your perspective or inquiry. Call: (347) 205-9201. Computer access to Monday’s broadcast “Live” or “On Demand” is accomplished via this hyperlink … http://tobtr.com/s/11064639 . Topics of discussion are defined through the hyperlink below: https://www.yonkerstribune.com/2018/11/john-bailey-white-plains-citizenetreporter-publisher-editor-michael-edelman-esq-national-political-analyst-and-hezi-aris-yonkers-tribune-editor-at-large-on-westchester-on-the-level-monday-no-2 WESTCHESTER COUNTY, NY — White Plains CitizeNetReporter Publisher / Editor John Bailey opens the Monday, November 19, 2018th broadcast with respect to issues impacting …
Governor Cuomo and Mayor De Blasio Announce Long Island City for New Corporate Headquarters
New Campus Represents the Largest Economic Development Project In New York State History Amazon Will Create 25,000 to 40,000 New Jobs with an Average Salary of More than $150,000, Invest More Than $3.6 Billion Over 15 Years and Create $27.5 Billion In Tax Revenue Over 25 Years 238 Cities Across North America Competed for Multi-Billion Dollar Project that Provides Over 900% …
John Bailey, White Plains CitizeNetReporter Publisher/Editor, Michael Edelman, Esq., National Political Analyst, and Hezi Aris, Yonkers Tribune Editor-at-Large on Westchester On the Level – Monday, November 12, 2018th @10am EDT
Share your perspective or inquiry. Call: (347) 205-9201. Computer access to Monday’s broadcast “Live” or “On Demand” is accomplished via this hyperlink … http://tobtr.com/s/11064619 . WESTCHESTER COUNTY, NY — White Plains CitizeNetReporter Publisher / Editor John Bailey opens the Monday, November 12, 2018th broadcast with respect to issues impacting the City of White Plains and Westchester County government. This segment …
Statement From Senator Michael Gianaris and New York City Council Member Jimmy Van Bramer Regarding Long Island City Amazon Deal
LONG ISLAND CITY, QUEENS, NY – November 11, 2018 — Senator Michael Gianaris and New York City Council Member Jimmy Van Bramer issued the following statement about the reported deal to bring Amazon HQ2 to Long Island City. “As elected officials representing Long Island City and its surrounding neighborhoods, we have serious reservations about the reported deal to bring Amazon …
The Conundrum Over Conjectured Term Limits Voted by The City Council Versus a Referendum
By HEZI ARIS
The Term-Limits Extension Hezitorial YONKERS, NY — October 28, 2018 — Yonkers Tribune has pointed out for some two years that the prospect for term limits to be extended for a third hour-year term was contemplated. Many people did not believe this was a plausible game plan despite the template for the efficacy of engaging the New York City Council …
By HEZI ARIS
Engel Scores 100 on Human Rights Campaign LGBTQ Scorecard
WASHINGTON, DC — October 24, 2018 — Congressman Eliot L. Engel, a member of the Congressional LGBT Equality Caucus, has received a score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign LGBTQ Scorecard for his work protecting the rights of the LGBTQ community during the 115th Congress. Engel was scored on his support for LGBTQ-specific legislation, including the Equality Act, critical legislation …