by Communications Team | Nov 6, 2018 | Press Releases
Albany, NY—In response to the election of a Democratic Senate majority, Karen Scharff, Executive Director of Citizen Action of New York, has issued the following statement: “The Republican majority that for so long has blocked progress in our state is no more. Citizen...
by Communications Team | Nov 6, 2018 | Press Releases
Albany, NY—In response to Antonio Delgado’s victory over John Faso in New York’s 19th Congressional District, Karen Scharff, Executive Director of Citizen Action of New York, issued the following statement: “Upstate New York now has another strong, compassionate...
by Communications Team | Oct 30, 2018 | Press Releases
Statement Raises Concerns About Faso’s Health Care Claims Kingston, NY—Health professionals, advocates, and consumers have signed a public statement correcting recent statements and claims made by Rep. John Faso (NY-19). Recent polls conducted by NBC News, CNN, and...
by Communications Team | Oct 4, 2018 | Press Releases
Local Advocates Recognized at 2018 Jim Perry Leadership Awards Albany, NY — The 26th annual Jim Perry Progressive Leadership Awards were held on Thursday evening at The Desmond Hotel in Albany. The awards recognize progressive advocates working toward social change in...
by Communications Team | Oct 2, 2018 | Press Releases
Guaranteed Paid Sick Days Bill Passes in Westchester County, Benefiting Over 120,000 Workers Albany, NY — On Monday night, the Westchester County Board of Legislators passed a bill guaranteeing a minimum number of paid sick days for most local workers by a 12-5...
by Communications Team | Oct 1, 2018 | Press Releases
New York, NY — Citizen Action of New York has announced its endorsement of Andrew Gounardes in the 22nd State Senate District. The district includes portions of Bay Ridge, Dyker Heights, Bensonhurst, Bath Beach, Gravesend, Marine Park, and Gerritsen Beach. A Bay...
by Communications Team | Sep 14, 2018 | Press Releases
Grassroots Momentum for Community Candidates Can’t Be Stopped Albany, NY – Responding to results in today’s Democratic primary election, Karen Scharff, Executive Director of Citizen Action of New York, said: “The power dynamic at the Capitol has shifted and...
by Communications Team | Sep 8, 2018 | Press Releases
Rally for “Climate, Jobs, and Justice” Held at Governor’s Mansion as Part of National Day of Action Albany, NY—Capital District leaders and community groups held a rally on Saturday to call on Governor Cuomo to commit to a just transition to renewable energy and...
by Communications Team | Aug 31, 2018 | Press Releases
New York, NY — Citizen Action of New York has announced its endorsement of Harvey Epstein in the 74th Assembly District. The district encompasses the lower east side of Manhattan. Harvey Epstein won a special election earlier in the year to fill the Assembly...
