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Barclay: Cuomo’s State Of The State Address

January 12, 2021 Contributor

This year’s State of the State Address should have been a moment focused on New York’s recovery, with specific plans, details and optimism that 19.5 million New Yorkers have been waiting for.

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New York Needs Leadership, Cooperation To Weather The Storm

January 8, 2021 Contributor

We are calling for immediate action to protect taxpayers, stimulate recovery and assist small-business owners who are facing extreme challenges related to the inability to conduct business normally due to state-imposed restrictions.

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Wishing You All A Happy, Prosperous New Year

January 1, 2021 Contributor

As a nation and a state, the past year tested us in ways we never could have anticipated. While 2020 was a difficult road for so many, we have learned a great deal during this year and there is still much to celebrate as we move into 2021.

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Frontline Workers Deserve Continued Thanks For Their Unwavering Dedication During Pandemic

December 18, 2020 Contributor

In New York, we have seen the virus threaten the health of communities from one end of the state to the other and yet, so many have stepped up to help. And to them, we say, “thank you.”

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Barclay: Eliminating Indoor Dining In NYC Will Inflict Permanent Damage To Economy, Workforce

December 12, 2020 Contributor

Eliminating indoor dining in New York City will push restaurants and their employees to a point from which there is no recovery.

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NYS Cannot Force Its Budget Problems Onto Taxpayers

December 12, 2020 Contributor

Earlier this week, the governor said tax increases may be inevitable even if the federal government provides another round of stimulus funding. This is not the way to solve New York’s financial problems.

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Shop Local This Holiday Season, Support Community Small Businesses

December 4, 2020 Contributor

My colleagues and I in the Assembly Minority Conference are making a special push to remind shoppers of the value and importance of shopping local and supporting small businesses.

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Fulton Schools Face Greater Financial Pressure After Governor’s Transportation Veto

November 30, 2020 Contributor

Last week, Gov. Andrew Cuomo vetoed a bill that had passed overwhelmingly in the state Legislature with a combined 206-1 vote and corrects a five-year-old clerical error in the Fulton City School District. After waiting years for a solution, the students and families in the district will have to wait even longer.

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While Much Has Changed This Thanksgiving, Spirit Of Giving Generously Has Not

November 20, 2020 Contributor

Traditionally, Thanksgiving is a time for us to come together and celebrate the spirit of cooperation and community. It’s an opportunity to share what we have with friends, family and sometimes even strangers; the season is rooted in giving and generosity.

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November Is Military Family Appreciation Month

November 13, 2020 Contributor

Our incredible servicemen and women sacrifice so much to keep us safe and preserve our freedoms. Their willingness to be put in harms’ way for our benefit is something we can only hope to appropriately express thanks for – we are forever in their debt.

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