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This is about the good, the bad and the ugly. It isn’t fiction, as we get enough fiction from politicians these days. It deals with the New York State Legislature, the ethical crises it currently faces and the need to deal with them.
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By Jerry Kremer
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3/23/11
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There are times when I wish it was 2012. Not because I’m wishing my life away but because I’d love to see how today’s crop of politicians worked their way out of the worst financial crises in federal, state and local history.
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By Jerry Kremer
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2/17/11
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The coming birthday of George Washington brings to mind his pledge to always tell the truth. Washington, as you will recall, once confessed to cutting down the family cherry tree. In those days there was no Facebook or Twitter to spread the message about honesty, so it didn’t get very far.
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By Jerry Kremer
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2/4/11
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They say misery loves company, and if that’s the case, New York state has lots of company. It’s no secret that New York is faced with a budget deficit of at least $10 billion. But compared with some of the other big states, New York’s budget dilemma may be small change. Or is it?
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by Jerry Kremer
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1/21/11
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On Election Day, angry voters all over the country focused their attention on Congress, deficits, the Obama health care plan, taxes and numerous other grievances. Incumbent politicians got the brunt …
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Jerry Kremer
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1/17/11
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On Election Day, the winds of change were blowing at hurricane speed. Congressional Democrats who were successful in passing Wall Street reforms, dramatic changes in health care and dozens of other historical measures were swept out of office.
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By Jerry Kremer
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12/16/10
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For some unexplained reason, success in politics is measured by what happens in the first 100 days of a politician’s time in office. For Gov.-elect Andrew Cuomo, his success or progress will be held to the same standard, however unrealistic it may be.
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Jerry Kremer
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12/2/10
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There’s usually a lot of guessing when it comes to a new governor. Does he have a plan? Does he understand the dynamics of the Capitol? Is he captive to any group that gave him financial support? Will he be independent enough to make tough decisions?
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Jerry Kremer
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11/18/10
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The elections are now history. There were surprise winners and a few surprise losers on Long Island. Most voters don’t think that far ahead, but because of the climate we live in, 2011 won’t be a …
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Jerry Kremer
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11/12/10
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As we approach the final days of summer, many people are focused on grabbing their last few vacation days. Regrettably, a handful of politicians, mostly Republicans, can’t seem to focus on anything other than religion and citizenship and how to tie it into the upcoming November election.
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Jerry Kremer
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8/26/10
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