Capitol confidential (Free subscription) | yesterday
Here are links to YouTube videos from the Senate debate on the defeated same-sex marriage bill, in three parts: Part 1: Tom Duane opening comments, Ruben Diaz Sr., Eric Schneiderman, Eric Adams, Jeff Klein, David Valesky Part 2: David Valesky continued, Kevin Parker, Pedro Espada Jr., Diane Savino, Liz Krueger, Daniel Squadron, Velmanette Montgomery, Jose Serrano, Ruth [...]
Joe. My. God. (Free subscription) | yesterday
The four Democrats below delivered the most impassioned and stirring pro-equality speeches of the day. If you didn't get to watch the proceedings live, please watch as each Senator approaches the issue from a different direction. Sen Eric Adams, with gripping historical comparisons. Sen. Diane Savino, with great humor and pop culture references. Sen. Ruth Hassell-Thompson, with a heartbreaking...
Pam's House Blend (Free subscription) | yesterday
... a list of the yeas and nays to marriage equality in the NY Senate. YES: 24 NO: 38 FULL ROLL CALL Eric Adams (D) - YES "This is about love." Joseph Addabbo (D) - NO James Alesi (R) - NO Darrel Aubertine (D) - NO John Bonacic (R) - NO Neil Breslin (D) - YES John DeFrancisco (R) - NO Ruben Diaz (D) - NO "Sen. Smith, it is better to keep your word." Martin Malave Dilan (D)...
the albany project (Free subscription) | yesterday
... didn't say a WORD during debate today') and we need better Dems to help Folks like Liz Krueger and Eric Schneiderman pass common sense, progressive legislation. We will be raising money, approaching candidates, and lining up folks to help train campaign staff. We have activist from across the state on board and want your help. If you can, please go to our temp. site (we are in the...
Gothamist (Free subscription) | yesterday
... Hiram Monserrate, Joseph Addabbo, Shirley Huntley, George Onorato, and Carl Kruger. State Senator Eric Schneiderman, a Democrat who represents Manhattan and the Bronx, issued this statement: "This is a sad day for the state of New York, and a heartbreaking defeat for equality. But this fight is far from over. Now that we know where every member of the Senate stands on the issue...
Capitol confidential (Free subscription) | yesterday
We’ll update this as the debate goes on: YES: 12 (Duane, Schneiderman, Adams, Klein, Valesky, Espada, Savino, Krueger, Squadron, Montgomery, Serrano, Hassell-Thompson) NO: 1 (Diaz) HASN’T SPOKEN: 49 Eric Adams (R) — YES Joseph Addabbo (D) James Alesi (R) Darrel Aubertine (D) John Bonacic (R) Neil Breslin (D) John DeFrancisco (R) Ruben Diaz (D) — NO Martin Malave...
Leonard Link (Free subscription) | yesterday
YES: 24 NO: 38 FULL ROLL CALL Eric Adams (D) — YES “This is about love.” Joseph Addabbo (D) — NO James Alesi (R) — NO Darrel Aubertine (D) — NO John Bonacic (R) — NO Neil Breslin (D) —...
Capitol confidential (Free subscription) | yesterday
... although it was unclear when. “It will come back. It will come back until we get it done,” said Eric Schneiderman. To be sure, there was unhappiness among Democratic ranks. “I was shocked,” said Allen Roskoff, president of the Jim Owles Liberal Democratic Club, named for a late NYC gay activist. He said Democratic gay activists were upset and bit surprised that Dem no votes included...
Queerty (Free subscription) | yesterday
... some sound voices: "This is not a matter of religion, this is a matter of equality," says Sen. Eric Schneiderman. "This does nothing … to heterosexuals. … No religious institutions [are affected by marriage equality]. … Our human rights laws stay the same. … It does not affect religious institution. … This bill hurts no one. … I urge you, my colleagues, don't get distracted, keep...
Queerty (Free subscription) | yesterday
... some sound voices: "This is not a matter of religion, this is a matter of equality," says Sen. Eric Schneiderman. "This does nothing … to heterosexuals. … No religious institutions [are affected by marriage equality]. … Our human rights laws stay the same. … It does not affect religious institution. … This bill hurts no one. … I urge you, my colleagues, don't get distracted, keep...
Queerty (Free subscription) | yesterday
... some sound voices: "This is not a matter of religion, this is a matter of equality," says Sen. Eric Schneiderman. "This does nothing … to heterosexuals. … No religious institutions [are affected by marriage equality]. … Our human rights laws stay the same. … It does not affect religious institution. … This bill hurts no one. … I urge you, my colleagues, don't get distracted, keep...
Sify (Free subscription) | 11/27/2009
... to ensure that an owner considering selling his or her policy makes an informed decision."Sen. Eric Schneiderman, a Manhattan Democrat, said fraud and abuse are rampant in the system, a view disputed by the industry."We think we offer a tremendous option to consumers," said Doug Head, executive director of the Life Insurance Settlement Association based in Florida, which supports...
San Fransisco Chronicle (Free subscription) | 11/27/2009
"It's a billion dollar unregulated market," said Sen. Neil Breslin, an Albany County Democrat who sponsored the bill. "This legislation contains numerous disclosure and consumer protection provisions which will help to ensure that an owner considering selling his or her policy makes an informed decision."Sen. Eric Schneiderman, a Manhattan Democrat, said fraud and abuse are rampant in...
Seattle Post-Intelligencer (Free subscription) | 11/27/2009
... to ensure that an owner considering selling his or her policy makes an informed decision."Sen. Eric Schneiderman, a Manhattan Democrat, said fraud and abuse are rampant in the system, a view disputed by the industry."We think we offer a tremendous option to consumers," said Doug Head, executive director of the Life Insurance Settlement Association based in Florida, which supports...
The Huffington Post (Free subscription) | 11/25/2009
... I always try to mention that there are exceptions. So let's be thankful for Democrats Liz Krueger, Eric Schneiderman and Dan Squadron. And on a bipartisan note, I'll add Republicans Betty Little and Kemp Hannon. The City Council ... has very little power. The fact that the subway service has managed to avoid being ruined. The city agencies that Mayor Bloomberg has really improved....
