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New York’s Green New Deal Is Political Show Pretending To Be Environmentally Conscious

August 21, 2020 Contributor

The recently passed Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act demands wildly unrealistic energy goals and, rather than common-sense policy, is riddled with blind idealism and headline-grabbing rhetoric.

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As New Yorkers Flee, 2020 Census Takes On Even Greater Importance

August 14, 2020 Contributor

I am encouraging everyone to take the brief census survey as soon as possible. For those who have not yet filled out the form, please visit https://2020census.gov/.

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Upcoming Opportunity For Electronics Recycling

August 9, 2020 Contributor

On Saturday, Aug. 22 between 8:30 and noon you will be able to drop off electronic devices and appliances to be recycled. We will be stationed at the corner of Sheldon Ave. and West Seneca St. (enter off Mollison St.). in the City of Oswego.

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National Farmers’ Market Week: Time to Shop While Helping Our Local Businesses, Community

July 31, 2020 Contributor

National Farmers’ Market Week, August 2-8, is the perfect opportunity to show your support for hardworking farmers while helping our local economy and community.

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Barclay: Gov. Cuomo Has Bigger Problems To Solve Than How ‘Substantive’ Chicken Wings Are

July 24, 2020 Contributor

Government overreach has been a hallmark of Gov. Cuomo’s time in office, but his recent dictates surrounding forced-food purchases at bars have crossed a new line.

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Dramatic Spike In Shootings, Violence Across NYS Demands Immediate Action

July 10, 2020 Contributor

The recent spike in shootings, violent crimes and homicides across New York state is cause for serious concern.

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Assembly Minority Leader Barclay Responds To DOH Report On COVID-19 Deaths In State’s Nursing Homes

July 6, 2020 Contributor

For months, the Cuomo administration and State Department of Health (DOH) have deflected accountability for the thousands of lives lost to COVID-19 in New York’s nursing homes. To the surprise of absolutely no one, they have now presented a report that continues to promote their pass-the-buck narrative.

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Fourth of July Is Time To Celebrate Importance Of Shared Strength, Freedoms

July 3, 2020 Contributor

The Fourth of July is a day when each American can celebrate the most cherished aspects of our nation’s birth—freedom from tyranny, the value of democracy and independence, and the courage of those who stood up for what they believed to be right.

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Local Leadership, Community Partnership Pivotal In Overcoming Impact Of COVID-19

June 26, 2020 Contributor

Our communities have shown remarkable resilience in recent months. As the impact of COVID-19 has strained nearly every aspect of daily life, friends, neighbors and even strangers banded together and stepped up to ease the repercussions of the pandemic. Here in the 120th Assembly District, I have seen incredible strength, courage and generosity.

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New Group Home Visitations Will Help Ensure Our Vulnerable Population Continues To Thrive

June 20, 2020 Contributor

Beginning [yesterday], after months of visitation restrictions, families of individuals with developmental disabilities living in group homes will finally be able to reunite with their loved ones. I am extremely proud of the efforts of the Assembly Minority Conference to ensure these critically important in-person visitations can begin once again.

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