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Aubertine, Renzi Face Off In Oswego Debate

October 3, 2008 Steve Yablonski

Senator Darrel Aubertine and challenger David Renzi spar over issues such as how to improve the economic climate in Central New York, the pros and cons of nuclear power, gun control and same-sex marriage among others. Each claims he is the best qualified candidate for senator of the 48th District.

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LIHEAP Funding More Important than Ever

October 1, 2008 Contributor

We must not put families at risk this winter by forcing them to retrofit an old stove or use space heaters improperly in order to keep warm, affordably. This funding could save lives and keep people from going deep into debt just to get by in the coming months.

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New York State Nurses Throw Their Support to Aubertine

September 30, 2008 Contributor

Citing his record of working for us in Central and Northern New York, the New York State Nurses Association has endorsed state Sen. Darrel J. Aubertine for re-election stating that he can “provide important leadership” in his work to improve health care opportunities New York.

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Together a Tax Cap & Circuit Breaker Will Provide Much Needed Relief

September 29, 2008 Contributor

Under the plan I support, seniors will continue to receive their enhanced STAR exemption and other home owners will get their basic STAR exemption. Anyone saying I want to gut these programs does not understand my proposal.

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CSEA Endorses Aubertine For Re-Election

September 29, 2008 Contributor

Saying “Darrel is a thoughtful, independent-minded legislator who always puts his constituents first,” the Civil Service Employees Association, Inc. (CSEA) has endorsed his bid for re-election to a full term representing the 48th Senate District.

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Renzi Rips Aubertine’s Mailings

September 26, 2008 Steve Yablonski

The challenger claims the incumbent’s fliers are a waste of taxpayers’ dollars. He dispelled allegations of running a negative campaign. However, Aubertine’s campaign coordinator said Renzi has already gone back on his word and his ads have been negative recently.

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Siena Poll: Aubertine Has Large Lead Over Renzi

September 24, 2008 Contributor

Siena College has released the first poll of six key State Senate races, including the race for the 48th Senate district here.Ãƒâ€šÃ‚Â The poll shows that incumbent Democrat Darrel Aubertine holds a very large lead over Republican Dave Renzi, with six long weeks to go until election day.

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Union Representing 600 Local Workers Endorses Darrel Aubertine

September 17, 2008 Contributor

State Sen. Darrel J. Aubertine joined members of the Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 73 to talk about jobs in Central and Northern New York and to accept the endorsement as part of his “Working for Us” tour.Ãƒâ€šÃ‚Â The Plumbers and Steamfitters are part of the workforce at the James A. FitzPatrick Nuclear Power Plant.

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Optimism High Despite Tough Weather for Farmers

September 17, 2008 Contributor

Driving through the district this past week I couldn’t help but notice a lot of corn being chopped and reflect on the season. I’ve seen a lot of nice crops out there, so I hope the season went well for most. I know it’s been an up and down year for many of us. The wet weather kept the pastures green and lush for grazing all summer long, but it made it difficult to dry hay.

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Aubertine Property Tax Plan Would Provide Real Relief

September 16, 2008 Contributor

In recent days, David Renzi Esq., has been spreading false information about Senator Darrel Aubertine’s record on the property tax cap and about Darrel’s comprehensive plan to reduce property taxes.Ãƒâ€šÃ‚Â In addition, Mr. Renzi seems to be promoting as new the very tax cap and mandate relief that Darrel voted for earlier this year.

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