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October 8, 2024

Statement on Major, Local-Election Court Victory by New York State Conservative Party Chairman Gerard Kassar

Brooklyn, NY…“The New York State Conservative Party salutes Onondaga County and other local officials who won a major New York State Supreme Court victory today for local elections across the state. The suit was filed in response to a cynical attempt by New York Democrats to abolish off-year elections by moving them to even years when federal and state elections are held. State Supreme Court Justice Gerard Neri ruled that the Democrats’ ‘Even Year Election Law’ is unconstitutional.

“The Conservative Party has always maintained that government closest to the people is the best form of government. That’s why it’s so important to have specially designated local elections that focus on town, village, and county issues. Democrats seemingly want those issues paved over by high-spending state and local races.

“Today’s court victory is a victory for democracy in New York State. Voters owe the plaintiffs a tremendous debt of thanks.”