“Government’s view of the economy could be summed up in a few short phrases: If it moves, tax it. If it keeps moving, regulate it. And if it stops moving, subsidize it”-Ronald Reagan
The Washington Times has an article on protecting consumers from swindlers that explains a case coming before the US Supreme Court. Quite interesting and may even give class action lawyers a good case of heartburn.
Larry Levy writes about voter fraud in the Wall Street Journal. (subscription required.) Don’t worry however, this leader in California’s legislature can get you fake social security numbers, driver’s licenses and “green” cards. He knows from personal experience as to quote him ” half of my family would be eligible for deportation” because they have obtained false documents.
Look at what is happening in Canada: Euthanasia ‘Safeguards’ Soon Seen as ‘Hurdles’. Mr Wesley J. Smith has profound words at the end of his column….”We need to think about this as the assisted suicide argument unfolds here: Accepting euthanasia changes a society’s collective consciousness. The impetus to protect life soon morphs into a drive to embrace death.”
Brooklyn, NY — Chairman Michael R. Long urged the Members of the New York State Assembly to put the rights of citizens first and reject the proposal to make the cities in New York State and the state itself sanctuary places.
The Conservative Party also believes that the rights of citizenship also extend to students who are college bound. Scholarships and financial aid should be limited to those who are citizens or who have come here legally.
The rule of law must be what guides government; not the dismissal of what has made this country and state the beacon to the underprivileged.
The legislative memo’s follows:
In Opposition to:
A. 3049- B – Moya (On Assembly Committee Agenda)
Purpose: An Act to amend the executive law and the judiciary law, in relation to access to services, law enforcement and counsel in certain immigration related matters; and to amend the judiciary law, in relation to compensation of legal counsel for certain matters.
Party Position: The New York State Conservative Party is a strong supporter of the fact that states have the right to pass laws unique to their needs that are not defined in the United States Constitution. However, this proposal, albeit that it states in its justification that it complies with federal law, seeks to ensure that people are not unnecessarily questioned about immigration status, establish that state or local law enforcement agencies shall not stop, question, investigate or arrest a person based on perceived immigration status or suspected violation of federal immigration law; generally prohibit law enforcement agencies from inquiring about the immigration status of person contacting such agencies when in need of assistance, including victims and witnesses; require state and local agencies and their employees to maintain the confidentially of immigration status information, unless acting in accordance with 8 U.S.C. Section 1373, and other information absent valid immigration detainer or related request has been filed; curtail the use of state and local facilities for the purposes of federal immigration enforcement and establish a right to legal representation for person subject to removal or deportation proceedings.
In other words, it seeks to make New York State a sanctuary state, where those who have entered illegally will be afforded the privileges granted to its citizens.
Government’s primary role is to protect its citizens by upholding the rule of law. The fact that people have entered the United States and New York State by breaking the rule of law should not grant them the same rights that citizens have. This bill seeks to change this fundamental fact.
The New York State Conservative Party urges a NO vote on this bill.
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In Opposition to:
A 3039 – Moya (On Assembly Agenda) S. 471-A – Peralta
Purpose: This bill seeks to advance the educational opportunities to the children of immigrants by providing scholarships to college bound students. The bill also eliminates potential financial obstacles to obtaining State financial aid and extend the opportunities for certain immigrant students to attend higher education institutions in this state; providing a benefit consistent with U. S. citizens and nationals. It also seeks to eliminate barriers for immigrant aliens to save for their families by allowing such individuals to open a NYS 529 family tuition account.
Party Position: America’s uniqueness is treating law-abiding citizens equally, however, as the purpose of this bill clearly states, it seeks to “provide a benefit consistent with U. S. citizens and nationals.” It seeks to give students who are not U. S. citizens and nationals scholarships and financial aid who are in our country without following the procedures required to enter America and start a path to citizenship.
By providing scholarships and financial aid to certain immigrant students, our own citizens, who also struggle financially, may be denied their dreams of attending college, thereby undermining the very essence of everything America stands for.
We are a nation of immigrants, we are proud of that fact, and of the privilege’s we provide our citizens both born here and naturalized. We cannot demoralize the hopes and dreams of those who follow our immigration laws and start providing scholarships and financial aid to students who are in our country illegally, albeit through no fault of their own.
Citizenship has its privileges. We understand the necessity of education, however, providing scholarships and financial aid is an opportunity that must be reserved to those who live by our laws.
The Conservative Party of New York State urges the Members of the Legislature to abide by our U. S. Constitution, an oath freely taken, and reject this bill.
Bill Hammond, writes in the NY Torch, that Governor Cuomo’s executive budget calls for aggressive action to slow rising drug prices; while it may “sound” good, it relies on heavy-handed state regulation of drug prices – raises doubts as to its fairness, effectiveness, workability, and even legality. Read more here.
Tim Hoefer, also writing in the NY Torch, says this, “Taxpayers beware: the annual push to water down New York’s property tax cap is underway in the state Legislature.” Read the rest of his article here.
Need a check list for change: The Empire Center provides it here. Why not send your state legislator a copy of what the Empire Center recommends. If your state legislator gets enough copies, maybe, just maybe they will read it and implement some solutions.
Of course, our Legislative Program is another good read for your legislators. Send them a copy of our program also to let them know there are numerous ways to stop the hemorrhaging of people and jobs as they escape from the high taxes and numerous regulations stifling economic growth.
Ed Whelan, president of the Ethics and Public Policy Center, is a former law clerk to Justice Scalia opines in National Review on President Trump’s nomination of Neil Gorsuch. “Neil Gorsuch an ideal Antonin Scalia replacement, conservative legal scholars say” is the Washington Times headline. Bob Fredricks opines in the NY Post on what makes Gorsuch so appealing to conservatives. Politico also has an article on Judge Gorsuch that included this tidbit, On Tuesday, Obama’s former ethics czar, Norm Eisen, another classmate, tweeted: “Hearing rumors Trump’s likely Supreme Court pick is Neil Gorsuch, my (and President Obama’s!) 1991 Harvard Law classmate.If so, a great guy!” Read the rest of the article here.
Of course, the confirmation will not be smooth sailing as the democrats, led by Senator Schumer, have already announced plans to filibuster his nomination. Sen. Schumer should remember that in 2017 we have the ability to remind him and voters of his past words. Watch Schumer v Schumer here. Today’s NY Post editorial also reminds Sen. Schumer that he is a man who has no moral compass; his only compass is to say what he thinks his constituents want to hear at any given moment and more than willing to change his beliefs at any given moment.
Possible mayoral candidate Paul Massey agrees with Mayor de Blasio when he says NYC should stay a sanctuary city…really Mr. Massey. You really think it is okay for NYC to disregard the United States Constitution and defy federal law…what other laws do you think it would be okay to defy?
New York’s high tobacco taxes cost the state billions. Read why here.
“We must think big and dream even bigger” says Larry Kudlow in his National Review article, quoting President Trump’s inaugural speech. Kudlow focuses on President Trump’s optimism, as do the people who voted for Donald J. Trump.
Cuomo defends REDCs amid criticisms and START-UP NY. Wow, Gov. Cuomo says this in the first linked article: “The governor went on to say that ceding control of that money would turn the REDCs into local pork barrel spending. And “a pork barrel machine” is “how local politicians get into trouble.” I have one word for the Governor: Percocco. Your arrogance is blinding, Governor.
Former President Obama promised to continue to oppose Voter-ID laws in private life insisting that the US was the only country that makes it difficult to vote. WRONG! Read John Fund’s article in National Review on-line here. Even in Obama’s last hours as President, he chose to defy Congress by quietly sending $221M to the Palestinians.
Wow, it really does not look as if the democrats have learned why they lost the 2016 elections. More importantly, with these people running for DNC Chair, they are guaranteeing they will continue to lose elections.
Dennis Vacco appeared on the Fred Dicker show this morning, you can listen here, however, if you attend our 50th Annual CPPAC beginning on Sunday, you will be able to hear him in person and ask questions. Register now….click here for the rest of the agenda.
Is Dennis Prager right, are we currently in a 2nd Civil War?
The Trump Administration began with keeping a promise made to his supporters. On Friday, President Donald J. Trump signed an Executive Order to begin the repeal and replacement of Obamacare and create a system to help Americans have reasonably priced health insurance. He will need his nominees to head federal agencies and so far, the Democrats who bitterly complained about republican obstruction, appear to be obstructing without just cause.
