PRESS RELEASES
Citizen Action of New York Responds to Prison Slaying of Messiah Nantwi
Mar 6, 2025 | Central New York, Possibility Not Punishment, Press Releases
The murder follows weeks of wildcat strikes that have abandoned inmates to abominable conditions. In response to the recent slaying of Messiah...
Citizen Action of New York Responds to Andrew Cuomo’s Run for Mayor of New York City
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...
Citizen Action of New York Condemns House Republicans for Cruel Budget Resolution that Robs Working People to Fund Billionaire Handouts
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...
Citizen Action of New York Responds to Murder Charges in the Death of Robert Brooks
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...
Citizen Action of New York Applauds the City of Poughkeepsie Common Council for Passing Invest In Our New York Resolution
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...
Citizen Action of New York Proudly Endorses Jamell Henderson for New York City Council District 41
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...
Citizen Action of New York Applauds The Village of New Paltz Board of Trustees for Passing Invest In Our New York Resolution
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...
Citizen Action of New York Applauds Binghamton City Council for Passing Good Cause Eviction Legislation
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...
Rally in Binghamton Demands End to Billionaire Tax Cuts, Calls for Investment in Working Families
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,...
Rally in Ithaca Demands End to Billionaire Tax Cuts, Calls for Investment in Working Families
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...
Citizen Action of New York Condemns Unjust ICE Raids Terrorizing Our Communities Across New York
Jan 31, 2025 | Press Releases
Albany, NY – In response to this week’s ICE raids in Ithaca and New York City, Citizen Action of New York issued the following statement: “Citizen...
Citizen Action of New York Launches Our Justice Agenda 2025
Jan 29, 2025 | Press Releases
Public Money for Public Good – Powering Stronger, Resilient Communities to Thrive Across New York Albany, NY - Today, Citizen Action of New York...
Citizen Action of New York Applauds Newburgh City Council for Introducing and Passing Invest In Our New York Resolution
Jan 28, 2025 | Hudson Valley, Press Releases
Newburgh, New York - Citizen Action of New York is thrilled that Councilmember Omari Shakur championed the introduction and passing of a resolution...
Governor Hochul’s State of the State: Minor Gains Mask Failure to to Tax the Rich
Jan 14, 2025 | Press Releases, Revenue
New Yorkers are looking for leaders who will fight for affordable housing, access to healthcare, quality education, and economic justice—not more...
Citizen Action of New York Announces Leadership Transition as Rosemary Rivera Steps Down
Jan 14, 2025 | Press Releases
Carolyn Martinez-Class and Rebecca Garrard Named Interim Co-Executive Directors Albany, New York - Citizen Action of New York announces the...