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Monthly Archives: November 2009
Getting Democracy Back in NY State, Step 1: Campaign Finance Law Reform
Earlier this year, I had an interview with a mayoral campaign, and I asked the Deputy Campaign Director why he worked on campaigns. His answer still rings true for me: “Because getting the right people elected is the single most important decision we can make it in a democratic system.” And how can we get the right people elected? Well, making it so they’re not lap dogs to only the rich and powerful could be a start. A Times editorial, written with the help with the independent watchdog group NYPIRG, lays out the sordid details of just how lax campaign finance laws are in the state of New York. Here in the city, the laws are much more strict; but … More >>
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Pedro is Watching
As investigations continue into Pedro Espada Jr’s corruption (since I never get that Red Ryder – I’m rearranging my xmas list for Pedro’s senate seat this year – can xmas elves arrange special elections?) – Pedro has apparently told his staffers to talk to his counsel before meeting with any investigators, you know, in case they are thinking of joining a whistle band or something… Love that Pedro! Espada, however, said it was all routine. “Employees are entitled to in-house legal counsel . . . The letter was a formality to remind them,” he said. The AG’s office declined comment, but investigators know of the letter, said a source close to the probe of the $15 million Bronx nonprofit. NY … More >>
Step Up, Legislators
We’re thankful for many things here at MYD this year, but the non-functional state legislature isn’t one of them: For all his lousy poll numbers, Gov. Paterson has actually been a lone steady voice of vigilance, reason and concern about the state’s budget crisis from the second he took office in March 2007. And he hasn’t just been complaining. He’s been offering reasonable solutions for the Legislature to consider. He’s called for a state spending cap. He’s called for across-the-board cuts in departmental spending. He’s called for the creation of a new pension system tier to lower state expenses. He’s proposed ending unfunded mandates. He’s made it easier for local governments to consolidate and share services. He’s called for mid-year … More >>
MaliciousWare!
Looks like some evil internet force has opposed gomyd.com the same way Republicans oppose, well, everything. We’re figuring it out and hope to be back to normal soon. In the meantime, don’t buy any Viagra or a Mulholland Park Estate from any other source!
An Open Letter to Governor Paterson
Dear Governor David Paterson, The Manhattan Young Democrats and our Committee on Community and Social Equity (CASE) respectfully request that the Office of New York State Governor David Paterson intervene immediately to prevent the administration of New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg from implementing rules requiring shelter residents to pay rent. The Bloomberg administration decided to implement this policy, established under Governor George Pataki, during his previous administration. As a result of a public outcry, these rules were temporarily suspended shortly after they were put into effect. However, now that the Mayoral election is over, we expect them to be re-imposed imminently. If nothing is done to stop him, New York City will begin to charge shelter residents rent and … More >>
