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New York State Young Democrats Have Taken to iTunes

This just in from our NY State chapter!

The New York State Young Democrats recorded the first installment of a monthly podcast series and is now available on iTunes. The first podcast is a half-hour long conversation with New York State Democratic Party Chairman Jay Jacobs. A range of topics were discussed from a typical day as the Chairman of New York’s Democratic Party to solutions for job creation and the goals and future of the State Party

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Make Sure Senators Schumer and Gillibrand Vote to Repeal DADT

The following is a note from NYSYD President, Kevin Lawrie.

Dear Friends,

The long awaited release of the Pentagon’s review on Don’t Ask Don’t Tell, has affirmed Young Democrats’ position that every person deserves completely equal rights as one another, no matter what. The Don’t Ask Don’t Tell policy is contradictory to our nation’s founding principles and has, to this point, been upheld by the “idea” that Lesbian Gay Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) serving alongside heterosexuals would… Read More

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On Labor Day: Take A Stand Against a Lost Generation

One year ago, the AFL-CIO published a report entitled “Young Workers: A Lost Decade.” Their findings show that for the first time in American history, our generation is unlikely to surpass the economic prosperity achieved by our parents before us.

The Young Democrats of America are working hard in 2010 to help stem this tide.  It’s our responsibility to ensure that those who inherit this country from us will once again find economic stability.  I believe this begins by… Read More

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NYSYD Caucus of Color Position Openings

The NYSYD Caucus of Color has some leadership positions currently open. Jugba Santi the Caucus’ Downstate Region Vice Chair sent along more information, contact info is below.

Calling All Young Democrats!

The New York State Young Democrats Caucus of Color is the office youth of color arm of the New York State Democratic Party. The Caucus has various positions still available. These positions include:

Secretary

Capital Region Vice Chair

Upstate Vice Chair

Central Vice Chair

The Finance

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NYSYD President Running for Assembly

The following is a message from the current New York State Young Democrats President, Matt Silverstein who is running for Assembly in Queens. You can meet Matt tonight at his Campaign Kick-off Event, details below!

Tonight, I officially launch my campaign to be the next New York State Assembly Member from the 26th Assembly District. I decided to seek this seat after our current Assembly Member, Ann Margaret Carrozza (D), announced that after 14 years in office… Read More

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Young Democrat Running For AD-26

Matt Silverstein announced yesterday that he will be running in the Democratic primary for the 26th Assembly District. As the Queens Chronicle points out, Matt is a Young Democrat and the current President of the New York State Young Democrats. At the same time, Matt is also seeking re-election to the NYSYD presidency at the 2010 Convention.  Hopefully we’ll see more Young Democrats who can find the time and energy to run for political office this November!

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