Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay
Take Time To Honor Veterans
Today we commemorate Veterans Day, and we should take time to honor the courageous men and women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces.
Politics
Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay
Election Numbers Encouraging Sign For Democracy, Assembly Minority Conference
Tuesday’s historic election was the culmination of a truly remarkable effort from representatives at every level of government.
Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay
Report Show New Yorkers Eager To Leave Amid COVID, Cost-Of-Living Concerns
Residents in New York want out; and as recent tax rankings show – metrics that illustrate New York continues to have one of the worst economic climates in the U.S. – it is no surprise they are fleeing in droves.
Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay
Early Voting Available; Get Out, Be Heard
Saturday, Oct. 24 began one of the most unique election cycles in modern history as new early voting procedures will be available at certain locations around the state.
Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay
Disability Employment Awareness Month Is A Time To Reflect On Milestones, Make New Paths Forward
The Assembly Minority Conference has worked tirelessly to protect the interests of New York’s disability community and fought hard to ensure educational and career opportunities exist for all New Yorkers.
Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay
Awareness Will Help Detect, Defeat Breast Cancer
To help bring attention to the importance of the disease and beat this form of cancer, October is recognized as Breast Cancer Awareness Month and a time for both education and prevention.
Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay
Crime Victims’ Families Who Fight For Justice Are An Inspiration
Despite pleas to keep cop-killers and rapists behind bars, the state’s misguided parole board has allowed individuals convicted of heinous acts of violence out of jail while the families of their victims expressed shock, fear and frustration.
Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay
Get Outdoors This Weekend, Take Part In National Hunting & Fishing Day
This weekend, grab your fishing pole and favorite lure and take advantage of National Hunting and Fishing Day on Saturday, September 26.
Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay
New Nursing Home Policy Is A Win For New York Families
Under the state’s new, relaxed policy, nursing home visitation can resume if a facility is deemed COVID-free for 14 days, half of the previous 28-day rule that made it nearly impossible for families to see loved ones in nursing homes.
Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay
Closing NY’s Budget Gap Will Take Concerted Effort
Correcting New York’s massive budget shortfall is going to take a thoughtful, concerted effort that features a combination of eliminating wasteful spending, securing federal aid and an emphasis on common-sense prioritizing.