... at a time when money might be better spent to try to unseat Republicans. (Consider: Councilman Jim Gennaro might be a senator now if he had received more support in his closer-than-expected run against Sen. Frank Padavan last fall). But Rivera also told me decisions would probably be made on a case-by-case basis. In other words: If a Democratic primary looks like it might help a Republican...
After opting not to seek re-election in favor of a failed long-shot bid for mayor, Councilman Tony Avella is a man in search of a next chapter. To that end, the Queens Democrat has been having quiet conversations with various party leaders and activists about challenging Sen. Frank Padavan next fall since it looks like Councilman Jim Gennaro is going to take a pass on his plans for a re-match....
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at PS 117 November 20, 2009 Photo by lancmanoffice Assemblyman Rory Lancman, Councilman Jim Gennaro and Juniper Park Civic Association President Bob Holden at the ribbon cutting ceremony today, November 20, 2009, for the new playground at PS 117...
... don't, I told Malcolm to revisit it with me and we'd assess it at that point." Councilman Jim Gennaro said after conceding a hard-fought and closer-than-expected race against Padvan last fall that he would be mounting a re-match in 2010 . But Gennaro's recent crossing of party lines to endorse Mayor Bloomberg, which angered Queens Democratic leaders, coupled with an illness in...
... Hannon: 60,590) Padavan received 2,873 votes on the Conservative Party line and won by 483 votes (Jim Gennaro: 44,811; Padavan: 45,294) Hannon has been targeted by gay marriage advocates as one potential “yes” vote — in June, Hannon was listed an “undecided” in a Capital Tonight tally. This past week, he told ($link) Newday’s James Madore that he would not vote in support of the bill. A...
... brother about the possibility of taking on Republican Sen. Frank Padavan next year if Councilman Jim Gennaro decides to take a pass on a re-match. David Weprin has had conversations with Senate President Malcolm Smith, a fellow Queens Democrat; as well as Sen. Diane Savino, who is involved with the majority's fundraising and 2010 planning effort. "Obviously, Jim has the right of first...
... he is facing. We can't have that in Albany. We need someone else. FRANK PADAVAN This is a seat Jim Gennaro nearly won in 2008. It is reminiscent of when SD-15 was narrowly won by incumbent Serf Maltese in 2006 only to be lost in 2008 to Joseph Addabbo. Padavan has very little wiggle room and if Gennaro aimed for a rematch with the resources of the DSCC invested in the race, he can...
Liz has the story that David Weprin is considering running for the senate seat currently held by Frank Padavan . Obviously, Jim [Gennaro] has the right of first refusal in the race," said Mark Weprin [David's brother]. "But if Jim doesn't do it, whoever the Democrats' candidate might be, I think Frank is vulnerable. What in the world gives Mr. Gennaro, or anyone else, the "right...