Before I get into the goings-on in Washington and Albany, I think it is more important to touch on the heartbreaking tragedy that took place last Friday at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Conn., not far across the Sound from all of us.
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12/20/12
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For years, the political atmosphere surrounding our State Senate could only be described as puzzling. New Yorkers have seen coups, broken promises and plenty of corruption.
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12/13/12
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The year is quickly coming to an end, and if you believe the hype, lawmakers appear to be nowhere close to making any breakthroughs and solving the fiscal crisis.
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12/6/12
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An effort to protect coastal communities like Long Beach from future natural disasters like Hurricane Sandy is under way, after U.S. Sens. Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand called last week for a …
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By Anthony Rifilato
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11/21/12
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In the weeks after the election, it will be easy to Monday-morning quarterback and ask, “What if?” Many people will blame Mitt Romney’s loss on Hurricane Sandy, and others on the candidate himself.
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11/15/12
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One of my favorite Broadway shows has always been “Cabaret,” starring Liza Minnelli and Joel Grey. One of the memorable songs is “Money.”
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11/15/12
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Jack Martins has said he wants the opportunity to continue to improve the quality of life for residents of the 7th Senate District.
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11/2/12
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Republican State Senator Kemp Hannon is facing Democratic challenger Ryan Cronin, 32, for the seat in the 6th District.
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11/2/12
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The Herald once again endorses State Sen. Charles Fuschillo Jr., a Republican from Merrick, for the 8th Senate District seat he has held since 1998.
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11/2/12
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All endorsements boil down to one question: who do we think will represent the people best?
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11/2/12
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