Author: Andrew Davis

Chairman Kassar’s Weekly Wrap-Up 12/20/24 Merry Christmas

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays

As the Christmas season surrounds us with its warmth and joy, we encourage everyone to take a step back from the busyness of life and cherish the blessings of family, friends, and faith. Christmas is a time of gratitude, the gift of giving, and hope, and this year, we have so much to celebrate.

We are incredibly grateful for the tireless dedication of our supporters, volunteers, and community members who have stood with us through the challenges and triumphs of this past year. Together, we’ve worked to uphold the values and principles that strengthen our families, communities, and nation.

But for now, let us celebrate the blessings of this season. Take time to reflect on the joys of the past year, embrace your loved ones, and give thanks for the many gifts we hold dear as Americans. The values of faith, family, and freedom remain at the heart of our mission, and they are especially meaningful during this season. 

The spirit of Christmas reminds us of the power of compassion and the importance of community. In a world that often feels divided, this season calls for us to come together, to extend a helping hand, and to brighten the lives of others through small acts of kindness.

Whether you’re sharing laughter around a dinner table, exchanging thoughtful gifts, or reaching out to someone in need, your actions reflect the true spirit of Christmas. Let us also take a moment to honor those who are unable to be with their families this season, especially the men and women in uniform who sacrifice so much to protect our freedoms. We will continue to pray for our troops, law enforcement officers, and first responders that will always answer the call of duty no matter the time or Holiday. We cannot thank you enough. 

From all of us at the New York State Conservative Party, we wish you a Merry Christmas and happy Hanukkah. Thank you for your unwavering commitment and dedication to the cause we all believe in so deeply. Cheers to the holiday season and a bright year ahead!

CPPAC Special Hotel Rate

February 2nd, and 3rd 2025, the Party is holding its 57th Annual Conservative Party Political Action Conference (CPPAC) at the Hilton Hotel in Albany, NY. This year’s two-day conference will preview how the Trump Administration and Republican Majorities in the U.S. Senate and U.S. House of Representatives will impact the Empire State.

We are pleased to offer you a reduced hotel rate if you book your room before January 2nd! Please call the Albany Hilton at 1-866-691-1183, and provide the Conservative Party’s “3CPPAC” registration code to receive the discount. Alternatively, attendees can register for lodging online here:  Make A Hotel Reservation

You can buy your ticket today, browse our new CPPAC website, and check out the schedule here:

Be on the lookout for new updates, speaker releases, and much more! This will be an exciting way to kick off the year and we hope to see you in Albany!

Statement From NYS Conservative Party on Zeldin Appointment as EPA Head

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November 12, 2024

Statement on Zeldin Appointment as EPA Head by New York State Conservative Party Chairman Gerard Kassar

“Former Congressman Lee Zeldin is an ideal choice for the EPA, an agency in dire need of a clear-headed leader. Congressman Zeldin, a U.S. Army Reserve officer, will serve at the cabinet level, demonstrating the importance of this position to President-elect Trump. The EPA has vastly overreached under the Biden Administration, reestablishing a regulatory environment that has suppressed billions of dollars of economic growth. Congressman Zeldin will strike the right balance between environmental conservation and hysteria. It’s what the American people are demanding.”

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STATEMENT ON TRUMP VICTORY, NEW YORK ELECTION RESULTS

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November 6, 2024

STATEMENT ON TRUMP VICTORY, NEW YORK ELECTION RESULTS BY NEW YORK STATE CONSERVATIVE PARTY CHAIRMAN GERARD KASSAR

“President-elect Donald Trump won more votes on the Conservative Party line last night — more than 308,000 and growing — than any presidential candidate in 52 years. That tally easily qualifies the Conservative Party for renewed ballot status.

“While some of last night’s results were disappointing, the election of President-elect Trump, the reelection of at least seven New York Republican-Conservative members of Congress, and State Senate Republicans breaking the Democrat supermajority in that house were tremendous victories for Conservatives.

“President Trump’s powerful performance in ‘deep-blue’ New York should send shock waves throughout the New York Democrat Party, which is hemorrhaging working-class voters of all ethnicities. Slowly but surely, New Yorkers are distancing themselves from the woke progressivism driving New York into the ground.“

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Statement From NYS Conservative Party on Hochul Calling Conservatives Anti-American

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November 3, 2024

Gov. Hochul Calls Republican and Conservative Voters Anti-American; Statement from New York State Conservative Party Chairman Gerard Kassar

“It’s hard to even respond to a governor who believes that about half of her constituents are anti-American. That says a lot more about Governor Hochul and her Democrat Party than it does about New Yorkers. Since the day she stepped into the Governor’s Office, Mrs. Hochul has been lost, squandering taxpayer money hand-over-fist, driving up violent crime with mind-numbingly-dumb cashless bail policies, sleeping through an illegal migrant disaster caused by her own Sanctuary State policies, and looking like a deer-in-the-headlights when finally realizing that no one wanted her Big Brother congestion pricing tax.

“Perhaps New Yorkers are voting Conservative and Republican because Democrats like Mrs. Hochul and Vice President Harris have failed so utterly. Is that too much for Governor Hochul to grasp?”

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Statement on Major, Local-Election Court Victory-10/8/24

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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.”

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Commemoration of October 7th Massacre of Israelis- Statement From NYS Conservative Party

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October 7, 2024

Commemoration of October 7 Massacre of Israelis: Statement from New York State Conservative Party

Brooklyn, NY…“A year ago today, evil crossed into Israel and took the lives of more than 1,200 innocent  civilians. What occurred in the space of a few hours was unspeakable. More than 250 civilian hostages were taken following the attacks, many were murdered, and more than 100, including Americans, remain in Hamas captivity today.

“In the days that followed the October 7 slaughter, Israel came under attack by Iranian proxies from seven different directions. Since then, Israel has forcefully responded to protect its borders and citizens, making notable progress in downgrading the leadership of terrorist organizations Hamas and Hezbollah in the process. Thousands of Palestinian and Lebanese civilians have been used as human shields by the terrorist groups.

“The New York State Conservative Party only wants peace in the Middle East, but it recognizes, as President Ronald Reagan did, that peace and surrender are very different things. Our Israeli ally has every right to continue to defend herself from external threats.

“We pray for those lost on October 7, 2023, just as we pray for lasting peace one day.” -Chairman Gerard Kassar

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Conservative Party Releases 2024 Legislative Ratings- 10/2/24

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October 2, 2024

NEW YORK STATE CONSERVATIVE PARTY RELEASES 2024 LEGISLATIVE SESSION RATINGS

Brooklyn, NY – The New York State Conservative Party today released its 2024 scoring of state legislators on 27 key conservative bills voted on in Albany during the 2024 legislative session.  They include thirteen two-house bills, seven one-house Senate bills and seven one-house Assembly bills.

Overall Senate ratings averaged 41.2% — Democrats averaged 16.2% while Republicans averaged 92% — and the Assembly’s overall rating average was 39.5%, with Democrats averaging a 16.2% Conservative score and Republicans averaging 92%. The Governor’s Mansion and both houses of the Legislature are currently controlled by Democrats.

Thirteen legislators — nine senators and four assembly members — scored a 100% Conservative rating, and many Republicans scored in the 90th percentile.  Full legislative rankings are linked below.

“The New York State Conservative Party issues this score card annually so our voters know exactly how their legislators are voting on key issues to center-right voters.” said State Conservative Party Chairman Gerard Kassar. “With Democrats driving this state to the far left fringes, voters need to know who’s got the fortitude to stand toe to toe with them, and who doesn’t. The slight uptick in Conservative ratings this year reflects a powerful desire to make New York functional again.

“Voter education has always been a core tenet of the Conservative Party,” Chairman Kassar continued. “One glance at these issue rankings will show the average citizen just how out of touch with their viewpoints most Democrat legislators are today.”

The Conservative Party encourages voters to review the ratings and to let legislators know where they stand,” Chairman Kassar said.

Assembly Ratings: https://www.cpnys.org/2024/10/02/2024-assembly-ratings/

Senate Ratings: https://www.cpnys.org/2024/10/02/2024-senate-ratings/

Descriptions:  https://www.cpnys.org/2024/10/02/2024-assembly-senate-bill-descriptions/

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Chairman Kassar’s Weekly Wrap Up-9/27/24

NYS CONSERVATIVE REORGANIZES FOR THE FUTURE

As I begin my fourth two-year term, I was honored to be re-elected as Chairman of the NYS Conservative Party.  I wish to thank Schenectady Chairman Jim Barrett for nominating me and the unanimous support of the State Committee in returning me.

We have a great statewide Leadership team with Erie County Chairman Ralph Lorigo moving into the Ex Vice-Chairman spot, joined by Howard Lim as Secretary and Fran Vella Marrone as Secretary.  They are joined by eight Vice Chairman, seven Regional Vice Chairman, and 36 at large Executive Committee Members.

The Party enrollment has hit an all time high of approximately 152,000 members.  We regularly receive 280,000 to 300,000 votes statewide also on average a high, and expect President Trump to shatter that average this November.

We have nominated Donald Trump for President, Congressional candidates throughout the state and a full slate of State Senate and Assembly candidates.

Our official statement can be read here:

ADAMS INDICTED

Sure, we all saw it coming.  Regardless it takes nothing away from the disappointment in knowing your city’s leader is corrupt.  Watching the press conference, my take away is that the Southern District, FBI, and NYC Department of Investigations had only just begun to compile the case against Adams with the possibility of additional charges as well as charges against several co-conspirators.

Interestingly this case has nothing to do with multiple additional investigations into NYC government including the one that took down senior members of the NYPD and Law Enforcement.

The conclusion one can draw is that the NYC government in in shambles, literally collapsing and the Captain of the Ship is being thrown into the brig.

See My statement here:

NEW SOCIAL MEDIA SPOT

I thought you would enjoy a social media spot we developed and are now airing around the state about our endorsement of President Trump, Jim Jordan accepting the endorsement and dozens of law enforcement unions joining with us in supporting the President.

Watch and share here:

MAIL IN VOTING HAS BEGUN

In fact, if you applied for a mail-in ballot, you probably received it.  Delivery of these ballots will continue until early in-person voting begins on Saturday, October 26th.

As a young man involved in politics, I would appear at my local polling place with a poll watcher’s certificate waiting for the polls in Brooklyn to open at 6 AM. I remember always saying to the Democrat poll watcher at exactly 6 AM that the polls are open. A strong, determined statement no doubt. If you are interested in being a poll watcher this Election or want more information, you can contact Andrew Davis at Andrew@cpnys.org. Don’t just vote, bring a friend who doesn’t vote with you, make phone calls, knock on doors, drive people to the polls, etc. It all comes down to this moment. Being 37 Days till Election Day, we must not let up, onward to victory!

Statement From NYS Conservative Party- Prop One

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September 16, 2024

NEW YORK STATE CONSERVATIVE PARTY RELEASES STATEWIDE VIDEO WARNING OF INFLAMMATORY UNINTENDED CONSEQUENCES OF RADICAL PROP 1 INITIATIVE

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Brooklyn, NY – The New York State Conservative Party released a powerful video advertisement on social media networks across New York State today to warn New Yorkers about serious unintended consequences that will occur if the November ballot initiative known as Prop 1 passes.

The Party warned that Prop 1 will give biological males a Constitutional right to compete on Girls and Womens Sports teams in New York; it would prevent parents from learning if a child is gender transitioning in school; it would silence free speech within religious communities, and it would lay the groundwork for non-citizens voting in New York elections.

“The language in this amendment is grossly irresponsible,” said State Conservative Party Chairman Gerard Kassar. “This radical proposal was pushed through without any public input and without consultation with Constitutional experts. If it passes, expect a never-ending stream of lawsuits in this state challenging everything from Girls Sports to senior housing to migrant voting. Prop 1 would forever change this state in a way the vast majority of New Yorkers do not want. We strongly urge a ‘no’ vote on this truly radical amendment proposal.”

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