The Jewish View: Federal Officials

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John Faso – Congressional candidate (R – Kinderhook)

Posted on October 14, 2015

John, the former Assembly Republican Leader, talks about his run for Congress in a district that stretches from the Pennsylvania border of the Catskills to the Massachusetts border of Rensselaer and Columbia counties. During our discussion John talks about Israel, the US economy, the House in turmoil and the Presidency.

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Linda Weiss, Director, Albany Stratton VA Medical Center

Posted on September 9, 2015

Linda describes how the local VA hospital is trying to be a model for other VA hospitals across the country. She also describes all the specialty medical options are offered at the facility. We discuss the possibility of upgrading the physical appearance of the 62-year old edifice and the struggles of modernizing such an aging Continue Reading »

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Congressman Chris Gibson (R – 19th District) Mohawk Valley, Capital District and Catskills regions

Posted on December 17, 2014

Chris says he will run for one more term and then retire from Congress. He talks about the future of Republican candidates running for statewide office. He also lists three national and three local issues he will focus on during the next Congressional legislative session. He also gives his reaction to the location of casinos, Continue Reading »

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Congressman Paul Tonko (D – Amsterdam)

Posted on November 26, 2014

Paul discusses the upcoming 114th United States Congress with his expectations for his role on the Energy and Commerce Committee. We also talk to Paul about hydrofracking, immigration reform and Israel. Paul reflects on balancing his schedule between his wide ranging district and his duties in Washington.

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Congressman Paul Tonko D – Amsterdam, Montgomery County, NY 20

Posted on November 5, 2013

Congressman Tonko discusses his tenure in the House of Representatives and how his service in Congress impacts his constituents. He also talks about why he enjoys public service and his standing as one of the poorest members in the House. Congressman Tonko talks about Middle East relations with the United States, domestic energy policy and Continue Reading »

Congressman Chris Gibson (R – Kinderhook)

Congressman Chris Gibson (R – Kinderhook – 19th Congressional District)

Posted on November 6, 2013

Congressman Chris Gibson talks about his home and family life, Israel, his tour of duty in the Middle East and the importance of agriculture on the Capital Region. Gibson, a freshman Republican, represents all or part of 11 counties.