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Let’s not mess with the state Constitution

Every Election Day is important, and Nov. 7 is no different. There aren’t a lot of high-profile contests, but voters will still be choosing village mayors and town and county officials. more

10/19/17

It’s a new day for area Democrats

My political career started in the early 1960s, when I was a young reporter and then a speechwriter for political candidates. My hometown of Long Beach was one of only two Democratic areas . . . more

9/7/17

It’s long past time for a minimum-wage increase

Seven years ago, the collapse of Lehman Brothers marked the beginning of a devastating recession that hurt New York families more than most. On paper, Long Island’s economy seems to have bounced back from the Great Recession. It now boasts . . . more

10/22/15

Let's do teacher evaluations right

Now that the State Legislature and Gov. Andrew Cuomo have apparently reached a budget agreement that includes a revised teacher evaluation system, we hope the State Education Department takes the time to create effective and judicious rules . . . more

4/2/15

Montesano’s an easy choice in the 15th A.D.

Voters in the 15th Assembly District will have at least one easy decision to make when they head to the polls on Tuesday: choosing Michael Montesano. more

10/31/14

Go with McKevitt in the 17th A.D.

Tom McKevitt has served the 17th Assembly District honorably since his election in 2006. The East Meadow resident is not only extremely visible in the communities he serves, but he has proved that he will respond to the needs of his constituents when called on. more

10/31/14

Re-elect McDonough in the 14th A.D.

The Herald enthusiastically endorses incumbent David McDonough, a Republican from North Merrick, in the 14th Assembly District. more

10/31/14

Michael Montesano Republican Age: 59 Career: Attorney; Former police officer and detective for the New York Police Department; former EMT, supervisor and investigator for the New York City Emergency Medical Service. Education: Law degree from the CUNY School of Law; Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from St. John’s University; Associate’s degree from Nassau Community College. Family: Married, four children.

It’s Montesano and Ferone in Assembly District 15

Michael Montesano, a Republican from Glen Head, has represented the 15th Assembly District since winning a special election in February 2010. more

By David Weingrad | 10/22/14

Tom McKevitt Republican Age: 43 Lives in: East Meadow Career: Attorney Education: Bachelor’s degree Hofstra University; Juris doctor, Hofstra Law School Family: Married, two children. . Jonathan Clarke Democrat Age: 37  Lives in: Levittown           Career: Attorney Education: Bachelor’s degree in philosophy from Hunter CUNY and juris doctor from Touro Law

McKevitt faces challenge from Clarke

Assemblyman Tom McKevitt is running for re-election in the 17th Assembly District, a seat he has held for eight years. His challenger is Jonathan Clarke, an attorney from Levittown. more

By David Weingrad | 10/13/14

Odd-year elections don't get the respect they deserve

Election Day is officially behind us, and absent any real close races followed by recounts, the serious contests are over. more

11/7/13

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