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 26^th.

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!

NEW YORKERS RALLY FOR TRUMP

Long Island patriots showed up in massive numbers this past Wednesday for a chance to hear President Donald Trump speak.  Many people spent the night patiently waiting on line days before the event to be one of the first let in. The enthusiasm was off the charts, and I had the pleasure of being front and center.  In fact, so were many Conservative Party members from Long Island, New York City, and the lower Hudson Valley.

The Nassau Coliseum was the site for this past Wednesday’s Donald Trump for President Rally.  The Coliseum, once the home of Islanders Hockey, can hold almost 16,000 with the use of the court area.  Every seat was filled with hundreds more standing. In addition, thousands of requested tickets could not be accommodated due to the massive influx of supporters. However, those who didn’t get in were still eager to watch on the jumbo screen outside.

To say the crowd was loud, enthusiastic, and excited about casting their vote for President Trump would be an understatement.  At times they could barely control themselves.

The former President was excellent.  His love for New York, frankly, despite the treatment some here have shown him, was evident.  He often speaks of the city, but this was one of the few times I’ve heard him talk about his many visits to Coney Island with his father – no doubt to Trump Village. He told a story about his father, who despite being immensely wealthy, preferred to drop by White Castle at lunchtime for what Trump called those “little burgers.”

Trump’s New York-centric speech included a commitment to reinstate the SALT deduction, which for many, was the key element of their itemized deductions.

Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis was very well received as a keynote speaker.  She was strong, focused, and compelling. She takes the Biden-Harris Administration apart point by point. She builds on the successes of the first Trump Administration and the need for change.  She is highly familiar with the former President’s economic, border, and public safety proposals which she expertly articulates. She is also a member of the powerful Ways and Means Committee, the most difficult committee to obtain a membership on. Nicole holds a graduate degree in Business from Wagner College.

Rudy Guiliani spoke to a warm crowd sympathetic to his many plights.

Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine welcomed Trump to the Island insuring him that Suffolk was Trump territory.

Bruce Blakeman, the hometown Nassau County Executive, not only received a thunderous greeting, but he also found the President referring to him multiple times during his remarks for the work he has done.  From the no mask law, to ending men playing women’s sports, Blakeman takes on the social wars as quickly as he takes on illegal immigration and public safety.

Former Congressman and Gubernatorial candidate Lee Zeldin often travels the nation with the former President.  He was there with his wife Diana coming over from his home in Suffolk County.  Lee addressed the Republican Convention last month too.

Lee made a point of pushing for a NO vote on Proposition One – a position strongly supported by the Conservative and Republican Parties.  He makes the case against the lack of Harris proposals and the awful failures of the Biden years.  No one does comparative candidate remarks better than Lee Zeldin.  If you felt we needed Trump to beat Harris before Lee took the podium, you knew exactly why you needed him when he finished. As always, a job well done.

Congressman Anthony D’Esposito, the Congressman from the surrounding communities, made the pitch for Trump as a President who will stand up for Nassau County.  A President that will work with him in delivering for Nassau.

Congressman Nick Lalota, who represents the South Shore of Suffolk County, together with Anthony are Congressional leaders in the fight to restore the SALT deduction.  Nick was all smiles knowing that Trump was going to reaffirm his commitment to restoring the SALT deduction made earlier in the week.

Being with thousands of like-minded people at a political gathering can be an inspiring activity.  The Trump rally put a smile on a lot of faces who left the Colisum to return to all sorts of downstate New York locations ready to battle for a government that they want for themselves, their families, and friends.

PROPOSITION ONE AD

Over the past few months, the Conservative Party has taken an active stance against Proposition One which will be on the Ballot on November 5^th. In addition, the Republican Party, our endorsed candidates around the state, and organizations like Protectkidsny, have also been stressing the importance of this issue. We are doing everything we can for people to see past the facade of the so-called “Equal Rights” Amendment. Until Election Day, the Conservative Party will be running “Vote No on Prop One” Ads around the state. This is a great informative graphic that will help us spread the truth about Prop One. You can view it here. And If you want to share our social media Ad, you can do so here.

Patriots Podium Podcast Featuring Gonzalo Duran

Patriots Podium Episode #27 featuring Bronx County Conservative Party Vice Chairman Gonzalo Duran, and candidate for Congress in NY-15! I had the pleasure of interviewing Gonzalo to talk about his voter registration efforts from this past year. For those that don’t know, Gonzalo recently registered his 100^th voter this year at a press conference I attended outside of the Bronx Board of Elections. He was also one of the ones who received our yearly enrollment award for his great work. During this podcast, we discuss his strategy for recruiting/registering voters conservative, NYC politics, Gonzalo’s veteran background, and fresh ideas to help elect Donald J Trump as our next President. I would expect to see a lot more of Mr. Duran over the years, as he is certain to make a large impact on the Bronx. Watch on any of the links below:

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NYC FEDERAL INVESTIGATIONS EXPANDS – NYPD COMMISSIONER RESIGNS

The tentacles of official corruption are reaching into the highest echelons of the NYC government.  There does not seem to be one central theme such as bribery or extortion.  In fact, corruption investigations run the gamut from taxpayer-funded campaign violations to protection schemes and even questions concerning the influence of foreign governments on NYC government.

Others such as the NYPD Commissioner Edward Caban cannot explain the use of official vehicles to chauffeur his brother James, a prominent figure in the nighttime entertainment industry, and questions about protection payments being solicited.

Mayor Adams himself has been criticized for giving little to no attention to setting up an unethical administration. In fact, integrity does not appear to be one of the top qualifications to work in his administration. His first Deputy Mayor had her phone confiscated and her home searched by the FBI. The same has occurred with the Deputy Mayor for Public Safety, who is the brother of the school’s Chancellor, who in turn is engaged to and lives with the first Deputy Mayor.

Questions are being raised about the activities of not-for-profits the Mayor supports. We are coming closer and closer to the ultimate question of what did Adams know and when did he know it. Something to keep in mind, under the NYC Charter, if Adams resigns in the next few months, the public advocate holds the position only until a special election is called within a few weeks.

NYC special elections are non-partisan which gives the GOP and Conservative Parties a chance to participate in electing a Mayor for all the people. The two parties combine for 300,000 votes, plus votes in partisan elections that see 1.1 million votes cast. An enterprising Conservative, a leaning Democrat or an Independent would be well on his or her way to victory by harnessing these votes.

BRONX GOES CONSERVATIVE

Did you ever think you’d read this headline? Think again. Admittedly, we are not taking over Borough Hall, but it is true that the Party has had over a 15% increase in enrollment over the past year. This is 15% after taking into account losses in enrollment. As a percentage, it is far higher than the Democratic and Republican parties. The party’s county-wide vote has correspondingly increased.

One person alone, Gonzalo Duran, has registered over 200 new Conservatives in the past nine months.  Another, Dion Powell, nearly 150 new Conservative Party Members. Many of the new enrollees are hispanic and black, they are overwhelmingly younger and they are all solid Donald Trump Supporters.

I have had an opportunity to attend press events and a debate watch party with the Bronx Conservatives. They truly are an enthusiastic and terrific group. Special thank you Chairman Pat McManus for everything he does for the Bronx Conservative Party. I am very excited about these gains and proud of the work that’s being done, and I hope you will be too.

If you are interested in learning more, next week we will be airing a podcast that discusses the emerging strength of the Bronx Conservative Party.

FEDS DELAY REAL ID RULES FOR AIR TRAVEL

The day after 9/11, the Biden/Harris Administration proposed the delay on real ID rules for air travel. Sure it’s stupid, but it’s also dangerous.

The world is certainly not getting safer. We hear of terrorist intrusions we have stopped, we wonder how many have already crossed over the border with thousands of illegal aliens or forged paperwork.

The TSA is using government double talk to explain that they want to delay full enforcement two years, but do not want to change the day the real ID goes into effect. This is outright head-scratching and should be strongly opposed. 

Fortunately, the ten members of the NYS Congressional Delegation we elected, as well as our candidates, have not been fooled and are committed to opposing this dangerous change. 

Chinese Agent Charged in NY Government

The recent revelation of a Chinese Communist Party (CCP) spy infiltrating some of the highest levels of New York State government is not just a fleeting headline—it’s a grave national security threat that demands our full attention. For years, a CCP agent by the name of Linda Sun worked as the Deputy Chief of Staff for two New York governors. Just recently, Linda was charged as a Chinese agent on counts of fraud, money laundering, and other crimes. Recently I went on the Dominic Carter show on WABC Radio to discuss this in detail, you can listen here. Kathy Hochul claims she had no idea Linda had any connection to the CCP, but she never found it odd that Linda was living a lavish lifestyle. She had multiple houses across the Country and a 4 million dollar house in New York. At this high of a level there is supposed to be a rigorous background and vetting. So the question is, what was Kathy getting out of hiring her? This breach of trust goes beyond a simple failure. It’s a testament to how vulnerable we’ve allowed ourselves to become in the face of China’s aggressive espionage efforts. 

This issue didn’t start here. Last year, we discovered that the CCP was brazenly setting up illegal “police precincts” on American soil, including in New York, to monitor and intimidate Chinese dissidents and Americans who oppose the regime. And now we find out that their infiltration reaches even further into the heart of our own government. The fact that we have allowed a foreign adversary to plant an operative in such a sensitive position is absolutely intolerable.

Let’s be clear—the U.S. relationship with Communist China has been deteriorating for years, but our ability to defend against their sophisticated espionage operations hasn’t kept up. In New York, we are seeing the devastating consequences of that failure firsthand. Any attempt to minimize or dismiss this as an isolated incident would be a dangerous mistake. You can read our full press release here:

NYC Top Officials Homes Raided

Like this week couldn’t get any crazier, the homes of two top officials close to NYC Mayor Eric Adams were raided by the FBI Wednesday. FBI agents raided the homes of First Deputy Mayor Sheena Wright and Deputy Mayor for Public Safety Philip Banks III. It is not clear at the time the reason for the raid, but rumors are circulating it is in connection with corruption in campaign fundraising by the Adams campaign.

According to a Fox report, Several NYPD executives, including NYPD Commissioner Edward Caban, were asked to turn over their phones immediately to investigators at the US Attorney’s Office of the Southern District of New York (SDNY). Investigators will also reportedly be looking into emails within the department. In addition, according to reports, Tim Pearson, a top aide to Adams was also told to turn over communication devices. As the story unfolds, we will keep you updated, but there certainly seems to be something sinister going on.

Trump Pulling Ahead in Swing States

According to the NY Post, “Trafalgar, which polled between Aug. 28 and 30, sees Trump sweeping 44 electoral votes from the pivotal Blue Wall states in November, eking out narrow wins in Michigan, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin inside the polls’ margins of error.” In addition, other swing states like Arizona, Nevada and North Carolina have a similar trend where Trump is pulling ahead by one to two points.

This new polling comes as no surprise to me. President Trump is working tirelessly everyday traveling the Country and spreading his winning message. He is the only candidate in the race willing to do unscripted interviews, town halls, Q and As, and has a clear policy agenda. The exact opposite is true for Vice President Harris. After declining 2 extra debates, needing Tim Walz to help her sit in a softball interview, or shielding herself from the press, it is obvious she is not ready to lead the strongest Nation in the world. The American people are watching, and they demand answers from Harris, but it seems the Harris campaign wants to keep their policy in the dark. This will not be a winning strategy, and we expect Trump to pull ahead even further after Tuesday’s debate.