by Communications Team | Mar 1, 2025 | New York City, Press Releases
NEW YORK, NY – In response to Andrew Cuomo announcing his candidacy for Mayor of New York City, Carolyn Martinez-Class and Rebecca Garrard, Interim Co-Executive Directors at Citizen Action of New York, issued the following joint statement: “Cuomo’s tenure as governor...
by Communications Team | Feb 26, 2025 | Press Releases
Albany, NY – In response to House Republicans passing a budget resolution that forges a path for President Trump’s agenda to wage war on working families across the country, Carolyn Martinez-Class and Rebecca Garrard, Interim Co-Executive Directors at Citizen...
by Communications Team | Feb 21, 2025 | Central New York, Possibility Not Punishment, Press Releases
His death is not an isolated incident—it is the product of a system built on violence, dehumanization, and unchecked abuse. Utica, NY – Yesterday’s announcement that multiple correctional officers have been charged with second-degree murder, gang assault, and...
by Communications Team | Feb 19, 2025 | Hudson Valley, Press Releases, Revenue
Poughkeepsie, New York – Citizen Action of New York celebrates the City of Poughkeepsie Common Council and lead sponsor Councilmember Chris Grant for taking a bold stand for economic justice by passing a resolution in support of the Invest in Our New York (IONY) Act....
by Communications Team | Feb 14, 2025 | New York City, Press Releases
New York, New York – Citizen Action of New York is proud to endorse Jamell Henderson for New York City Council District 41. As a dedicated organizer, educator, and activist, Jamell has been a fierce advocate for social justice and community empowerment. A proud...
by Communications Team | Feb 13, 2025 | Hudson Valley, Press Releases, Revenue
New Paltz, New York – Citizen Action of New York celebrates the Village of New Paltz Board of Trustees for taking a bold stand for economic justice by a resolution in support of the Invest in Our New York Act . This victory comes on the heels of the Newburgh...
by Communications Team | Feb 13, 2025 | Housing, Press Releases, Southern Tier
Binghamton, New York – Citizen Action of New York is thrilled that, in a major victory for tenants, the Binghamton City Council has officially passed Good Cause Eviction protections, ensuring that renters have the right to stay in their homes as long as they pay...
by Communications Team | Feb 7, 2025 | Press Releases, Southern Tier
Elected Officials and Advocates Condemn Republican Push to Gut Essential Services While Protecting the Ultra-Wealthy (Binghamton, NY) – Today, Citizen Action of New York joined local leaders, and community advocates in a forceful stand against Republican-backed...
by Communications Team | Feb 7, 2025 | Press Releases, Southern Tier
Elected Officials and Advocates Condemn Republican Push to Gut Essential Services While Protecting the Ultra-Wealthy (Ithaca, NY) – Today, Citizen Action of New York joined Assemblywoman Anna Kelles (D-125), Ithaca Mayor Robert Cantelmo, local leaders, and...