Amy gives a fascinating account of her testimony at the trial of former Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver, her husband’s investments that caused her some angst during the trial as possible conflicts of interest and her powerful recollection of how she was sexually assaulted by a Brooklyn democratic leader when she was 14 years old and Continue Reading »
This episode features a fascinating discussion about the minimum wage vs. livable wage and how it contrasts to the cost of living. E.J. also talks about SeeThroughNY and the impact it has on transparency in government. We also discuss what this conservative think-tank is all about and whether state lawmakers deserve a pay raise.
Celebrating 225 years, the AIHA, is showcasing their best exhibits this year and looking ahead to the next 225 years. Tammis talks about the history of AIHA from its first years to how they got to the point they are at today. Admission is free at the museum Thursday evenings and free admission passes can Continue Reading »
Jed talks about the struggles of having a five-person office to handle all the crimes in Montgomery County. The five-term DA also reflects on the heroin epidemic plaguing the county courts and jail. He also points out that Montgomery County has more miles of state Thruway than any other county in the state, which contributes Continue Reading »
Phil discusses his efforts keeping his town out of financial trouble, like so many other area localities are struggling with. A former banker and transplant from Rhode Island, Phil talks about many quality of life issues in the town.
Topics discussed during the program include SUNY tuition hikes and sexual assaults on college campuses. Tom provides a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to run for a statewide office in student government while studying for exams without failing any courses. Tom, 23, is a Binghamton University senior who hails from nearby Endwell and is Continue Reading »
John is serving his third two year term on the Hudson city council, which consists of 11 members — nine are democrats. John discusses his vision for his adopted city as he prepares to step down from his post. John is an attorney with a business background in the telecommunications industry.
Danny reflects back on his 28 years as the head of the state’s largest public employees union, the Civil Service Employees Association. Among the topics discussed was the relationship the union had with Governor Mario Cuomo and his son the current governor, Andrew Cuomo. We also touched on the opposition CSEA has towards the Education Continue Reading »
Rich talks about the spirit of entrepreneurship in the Capital Region and how the Phillips Lytle law firm helps aspiring business owners get funding and develop some business acumen for those who have ideas but little to no understanding of how a business operates.
Blair discusses his views on the corrupt culture surrounding the state Legislature as a new session begins next month. He talks about his solutions to the problem. We also discuss where NYPIRG gets its money to operate. Blair is also advocating for a freeze on college tuition, which he says has increased 30% in five Continue Reading »
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