Category Archives: Fair elections

Voting in the Pandemic Era: Safety First.

Posted on May 12, 2020 by David Posnett

Safety First (in the Southampton Press) As the officers of the Southampton Town Democratic Committee, we wanted to share some thoughts about the controversial decision to cancel the New York State Presidential Primary. We understand that there are Democrats who … Continue reading →

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The Suffolk “BOE” Commissioner Must Resign

Posted on April 30, 2020 by David Posnett

By law, Lalota can’t run the BOE while running for office Submitted by Jacquelyn Gavron Following is testimony presented to the Legislature during its public hearing on an Independent Office of Inspector General for Suffolk County, proposed in response to … Continue reading →

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“Deep Canvassing” and the Lessons Political Campaigns Can Learn From It

Posted on December 5, 2019 by David Posnett

Submitted to this blog by Arthur Schiff. By Gabby Weiss, November 22, 2019 Deep Canvassing has grown in popularity as an organizing tool in the past few years, but while most people have heard of it, many are still unsure … Continue reading →

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Albany: Public Campaign Financing and More

Posted on February 28, 2019 by David Posnett

Fair Elections NY There is a lot going on in Albany these days.  The New York State budget is due by April and everyone is advocating for their cause. Fair Elections NY is one advocacy group. “Edie Falco from the … Continue reading →

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There is a Russian Asset in the White House

Posted on January 14, 2019 by David Posnett

From Peggy Backman:   https://www.facebook.com/NowThisPolitics/videos/1002264426639490/UzpfSTEwMDAyNjI5MzQ3ODUwODoyMzQzODg1NjQxMTQyNTg/   It’s really quite simple.  

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Fair Elections for New York

Posted on December 18, 2018 by David Posnett

https://fairelectionsny.org/about   New Yorkers deserve a responsive, accountable government. Voter turnout in New York is among the lowest in the nation, due in part to antiquated procedures for registration and voting that discourage participation. And our campaign finance system favors … Continue reading →

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