Year: 2017

Daily Update

The Daily Signal’s Genevieve Wood writes about the 12 inconvenient truths about Obama’s legacy.  Bill Whalen, a research fellow at Stanford University’s Hoover Institute, opines on the hidden message in Obama’s speech.  In case you missed his speech, you can watch here.

This democratic senator’s actions make it perfectly clear that as a political party they have learned nothing from the 2016 elections.  Townhall.com covered Sen. Booker’s remarks. 

This should be an interesting speech.  One can’t help but wonder how the Naval Cadets will respond. 

Governor Andrew Cuomo continues his State of the State around New York and while in Syracuse, it appears as if the Governor knows better than the Department of Transportation when it comes to building fixing transportation concerns.  Cuomo’s plan to have NYS at 50% renewable energy by 2030 appears to face stalled winds.  Governor Cuomo wants a trail throughout all of New York State for bikers, hikers and joggers and cross-country skiers.  So many plans for the money you earn!  Any wonder why New Yorkers’ are leaving New York…

George J. Marlin opines on Andrew Cuomo: NY’s Machiavellian Governor

R. Emmett Tyrrell, Jr., opines in the New York Sun:  Are We All Whigs Now? Straight From the 1830s — A Heritage for Trump

Dr. Merrill Matthews, resident scholar with the Institute for Policy Innovation, writes about republicans’ biggest challenge: remaining small-government conservatives

The American Renewal Project opines on an article in a recent NY Times piece by Robert Leonard about why rural America voted for Trump.

Wednesday’s with Walter E. Williams

Daily Update

John Fund writes in National Review that Obama Is Using the Russians as an Excuse to Expand Federal Power over Elections.

Gary Palmer makes the case for Sen. Jeff Sessions in theWashington Times.   The Hill states that Law enforcement sees Sessions as “police first” AG.  Sessions a racist?  No Way, say Pastors.

Dennis Prager opines on the Disturbing Lessons from the Chicago Beating

George J. Marlin opines on France to Experience the Next Populist Revolt?

Salena Zito introduces the nation to Kellyanne Conway, the first female campaign manager to win a presidential election and who will become “counselor to the president” on January 20th, in this Washington Examiner article.

Today’s NY Post editorial opines on the boom times for the teachers union, even as more schools fail. 

We posted this Politico article by Jimmy Vielkind earlier this morning on our mobile App.  If you don’t have our APP, you can download our free App at your smartphone’s App Store. 

E. J. McMahon’s Empire Center released a report on Albany’s secret healthcare taxes.   If you have attended CPPAC in the past, you know that he is a regular that attendees depend on to understand the New York State budget.  E. J. will be with us again this year — we hope you are also and that you bring a friend.  Use this form to register

Rest in Peace, NYPD Det. Steven McDonald.   Photo credit:  pix11.com

Daily Update

Reuters’ headline says it all, “New York Governor Andrew Cuomo stakes out progressive agenda.”   Stung by Zypher Teachout in the 2014 democratic primary, Governor Cuomo has shed the wolf’s clothing he wore to appeal to hard working taxpayers in New York State in 2010 when he promised to cap state spending, have a smaller government and bring jobs to New York State.  The only portions of Andrew Cuomo’s promises in 2010 are the ones made on social issues.  The proposals Gov. Cuomo is calling for in his 6 meet the people (that he wants) state of the state events increase state spending while increasing the size of government (one small example) and pushing jobs out of New YorkFree college is on his list of giveaways and so is this,  Governor Cuomo’s ill-conceived — progressive must have — proposals is early voting, automatic and same-day voter registration. .  Don’t you really want a person who has not taken the time to examine the issues and where the candidates stand to be casting a last minute vote?   Progressives/Liberals have their agenda, we, the taxpayers must be vigil to not let them achieve it. 

ICYMI:  Why Medicare isn’t actually going bankrupt appeared in the NY Post last week.  Another great article by former Lt. Governor Betsy McCaughey who will also be speaking at our 50th Annual CPPAC on Sunday, January 29 and Monday, January 30.  We hope you are planning on joining us at the Radisson Hotel in Albany, NY so you are prepared for the upcoming year.  Today is the last day for our special rate of $119 at the Radisson, be sure to make your reservations before you forget.  Then fill out our registration form for CPPAC and get it back to us as soon as possible. 

Walter A. McDougall writes about the Art of the Doge.  And Daniel Oliver opines on Donald J. Trump in this article: For Conservatives, Donald Trump Shifts The Window Of What’s Possible.

The Democrats’ new war. 

A gentleman and true American hero will be retiring from Congress in 2018.  Congressman Sam Johnson spoke a few years back at the Party’s annual dinner and touched every person who was privileged to hear him.  

Sen. Schumer and VP Biden have a difference of opinion. 

 

 

CONSERVATIVES CALL ON VOTERS TO VOTE NO ON CONSTITUTIONAL CONVENTION

The New York State Conservative Party’s executive committee, at its first meeting of the new year, passed a resolution calling on voters to reject this November’s ballot question calling for a Constitutional Convention. “It is important for voters to understand that the history of holding Constitutional Conventions proves they
are a colossal waste of taxpayers’ money that fails to accomplish what supporters claim,” said Chairman Michael R. Long. The text of the resolution follows:

Resolution, in opposition to a Constitutional Convention, presented and adopted by the members of the State Executive Committee on Saturday, January 7, 2017:

Whereas the New York State Constitution, since 1846, requires that voters decide every twenty years if there should be a Constitutional Convention to amend the New York State Constitution;

Whereas voters will have the opportunity to decide in the upcoming November, 2017 general election if such a Constitutional Convention shall take place;

Whereas the last four Constitutional Conventions were a carbon copy of legislative sessions and the majority of delegates were influential legislators;

Whereas the delegates that were influential legislators were able to collect a salary as a delegate and a legislator;

Whereas the past Constitutional Conventions were driven by personal agendas and special interest groups;

Whereas voters have failed to pass 7 of the 9 Constitutional Conventions since the first Constitutional Convention in 1776-1777;

Whereas legislative members have and will continue to present voters another means of amending the New York State Constitution without the undo expense of holding a Constitutional Convention;

Now, therefore, be it resolved that the New York State Conservative Party urges the voters of New York State to vote NO to a Constitutional Convention that would convene in Albany beginning April of 2019.

Weekly Wrap-Up

President Obama has started the new year by bragging about all his fake accomplishments. What stands out to me are Obama’s countless failures as President. 

What do you think will go down as President Obama’s biggest policy failure? This is the first question in our first Weekly Poll of 2017, and I hope you will cast your vote today. And unfortunately, there are plenty to choose from, unfortunately – from Obamacare and overregulation to Israel and Aleppo.

I believe brighter days are ahead for our nation.  Investors Business Daily has a 2017 wish list that includes everything from a new Supreme Court justice to repealing Obamacare – all very real possibilities now.  

What is your biggest wish from the Trump Administration for 2017? That’s the second question from our new Weekly Poll, and I’m looking forward to everyone’s answers.

One 2017 Wish List item is to “drain the swamp” and fix Washington. What does this phrase mean to you – term limits? Tougher ethics rules? An end to Obama-style “midnight regulations” that empower Washington bureaucrats? Abolishing corporate welfare?  Make your pick today in this third and final question in our new Weekly Poll.

Between the GOP’s ill-advised ethics gambit this week and new stories of possible corruption in Washington (including one featuring New York’s very own Rep. Carolyn Maloney), it is clear that we as citizens are going to have to keep a close eye on the federal government this year.  

Thank you for helping the Conservative Party do just that – and have a great weekend!

 

Daily Update

Sen. Schumer just cannot help himself; he changes his opinion as often as the wind changes direction.  Today, Sen. Schumer plans to block SCOTUS nominees if he doesn’t think they are main stream (BTW, mainstream to Sen. Schumer is far left of center).

De Blasio’s Soviet-style propaganda machine hits a new low.  Mayor de Blasio’s administration is so filled with turmoil that some in the democratic party are urging an even bigger failure to challenge him for Mayor. 

John McLaughlin and Jim McLaughlin opine in the National Review how Trump can solidify a new majority coalition. 

The Daily Signal has some pointers on how to curb the UN’s power and what Obamacare Exectutive Orders Donald J. Trump can issue on day one.   The Daily Signal also reminds us that Obamacare is a policy failure

Heather R. Higgins and Phil Kerpen write in USA Today that the GOP needs to act fast on Obamacare. 

There he goes again, Gov. Andrew Cuomo warns of impact of Obamacare repeal.  Bill Hammond puts the Governor’s warning into context and Congressman Lee Zeldin also speaks out on the Governor’s warning and health care in New York.

Did you know that Congressman Lee Zeldin — often seen on Fox News — will be a presenter at our 50th Annual Conservative Party Political Action Conference (CPPAC)?  Don’t miss out on our exciting line up that also includes Congresswoman Elise Stefanik as a presenter, newly elected Congressional Members John Faso and Claudia Tenney as presenters also.  The first Congressman in the nation to endorse then candidate Donald J. Trump, Congressman Chris Collins, will be taking time from his very busy schedule in Congress and on the Trump Transition Team, to be our very special featured luncheon speaker. 

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Daily Update

Mayor de Blasio continues to push the IDNYC cards but with changes, he will no longer retain any personal or background information from ID applicants.  Shame on him!  His first obligation is to keep the people living in New York City SAFE

Governor Andrew Cuomo vetoed a bill (on December 31) that would give counties much needed relief citing the costs of the legislation.  He said the state simply does not have the money to pay for the defense of people who cannot afford a lawyer…keeping the cost at the county level.  Governor, the county only source of income is taxpayers also, so your logic is illogical.  Yesterday, you proposed free college tuition for students in state run colleges under certain circumstances.  If the state cannot provide for the defense of indigent criminals — mandated by the courts — where do you suppose the money for college tuition will come from.  We have many questions on your latest “let’s pander for votes” scheme, for example, are they prepared for college.  Today’s NY Post editorial is right on target. 

Gov. Cuomo, you visited Judith Clark in prison, did you ever think of talking to the son of Peter Paige killed in the robbery.  You grew up with your father, Michael didn’t.  Perhaps your priorities are reversed. 

This will make your blood pressure go through the roof.  

More wasted taxpayer’s money.  Everyone should be able to have a vacation, a vacation that runs approximately $12 million a year falls in to a special category and is more than extravagant. 

Monday is the last day to be eligible for the reduced rate (the reduced rate is $119) at the Radisson Hotel, 205 Wolf Road, Albany for our 50th CPPAC.  Call 1-518-458-7264 or 1-800-333-3333 24 hours a day.  Click here for CPPAC’s registration form.  

Wednesday’s with Walter E. Williams

Daily Update

2017 is here and legislative challenges will begin as a new administration gets ready to “make America great again” in Washington, DC and here in New York the Legislature appears to be at odds with Governor Cuomo, so much so that Governor Cuomo will not be addressing the Members in Albany, rather he will deliver the State of the State on the road.  As you can note in this Kenneth Lovett article, there may be some real dissension between the two branches of government.  Both branches will have to deal with this important fact:  New York is losing its citizens and the policies that are driving them out must end!  Senator Jeffrey Klein, this is NOT how you keep New York’s working citizens here.  Governor Andrew Cuomo joined Sen. Klein in the call for free tuition which just burdens taxpayer’s while trying to buy votes.  Does anyone wonder why New Yorker’s that pay taxes are leaving in droves?

Soon to be former President Obama has been deaf to Americans these last few weeks as he was during his administration:  Obama bars future oil leasesObama throws Israel to the wolvesObama leaves a devastated democratic party; and most of all believing he could have won a third term.   Charles Krauthammer points out that Aleppo is Obama’s foreign policy legacy, certainly not one to be proud of.  Matt Mackowiak, writing in the Washington Times sees a delusional and defensive Obama that can’t accept his legacy.  On a positive note, the Heritage Foundation lets us know that his regulatory legacy can be curtailed by Congress and gives them the tool to do just that.  Another positive note is that the UN vote to throw Israel to the wolves spurs talk of defunding the world body

Kudos to US District Judge Reed O’Connor

David Keene opines on confusing Putin with the old soviet threat. 

The hypocrisy of the left is exposed, again!

With blue lives under fire, Governor Cuomo sends a message that defies logic and is outrageous, even if blue lives were not under fire.

Heather MacDonald opines on the violence in the halls, disorder in the malls. 

In case you missed it, Facebook is going to end “Fake News”, but who will control the Facebook “fact checkers?

Nicole Gelinas has some pointers for those who want to challenge Mayor de Blasio.  Have you heard how taxpayers funds were used for glitzy ad touting de Blasio

Over the holiday, Thomas Sowell wrote his Farewll column,  We will sorely miss his words of wisdom, but know that they will live forever on the internet and in people’s minds.  We wish you well, Dr. Sowell.  Enjoy every minute of your retirement!