Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay

  “It is refreshing to see common sense finally prevail here in New York. Democrats’ poorly conceived and financially burdensome All-Electric Buildings Act has been put on pause—and rightfully so. The shortcomings of this plan […]

It takes a special type of person to commit to military service. Doing so means less time with one’s family, grueling training and for those who must endure combat, unparalleled danger. Veterans Day gives us a […]

     The closer we get to the deadlines imposed by the disastrous Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA), the more obvious it becomes the state’s overall energy plan is not merely inadequate but […]

There are many essential components to the democratic process, but the most important is the one we do each November: vote in our general elections. I encourage all eligible voters to use this opportunity to make their own voices heard and weigh […]

 Every October, the sight of a pink ribbon is a powerful reminder of the millions of lives touched by breast cancer. Annually, we are reminded that nationally, one of every eight women will be diagnosed […]

     Summer has drawn to a close, and autumn has officially arrived in New York. For many, this is the most beautiful time of year. Across the state, residents and visitors can take in […]

New York’s prison system is broken, and changes recommended by the New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision (DOCCS) to address some of its biggest shortcomings represent a great start to repairing that broken system. But until the Humane Alternatives to Long-Term […]