Category Archives: Fall 2009

Issue: Poverty Means More Need Help

For Jennifer Whitney of Oswego County, this holiday season brought a choice: Pay the bills — or  have Christmas for her three children. Whitney is unemployed and the father is gone. He left for a weekend last September, she said, and … Continue reading →

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Issue: Greenhouse Gases Get Attention

Methane. Carbon dioxide. Chlorofluorocarbons. Greenhouse gases are at the heart of an ongoing international controversy about pollution from humans and industries.  While a small group of scientists downplay the threat, many others are pushing for government control on the greenhouse … Continue reading →

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Issue: Small Businesses Struggle in Recession

Dean Assimon was five when his father opened the Express Sales showroom in Manlius. Now, 60 years later, it’s empty. “It was not the closing of a business, ” Assimon said. “It was the end of an era.” Assimon’s Express … Continue reading →

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Issue: Healthcare Costs Hit Hard

Nancy St. Onge of Baldwinsville has been battling cancer for the last five years. The pills she has to take daily costs $40 each. Her chemotherapy treatments are another $3,000 a month. Throw in MRIs, weekly doctor visits, and the … Continue reading →

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Issue: City Youngsters Get Some Help to Stay in School — But Many Need More

When Robert Jones transferred from Marcellus High School to West Genesee High School,  he started hanging out with the “wrong crowd.” He was disappointed with teachers, he recalls, who barely noticed him. He started skipping school, uninterested in classes. He got into … Continue reading →

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Issue: Auto Dealers Feel Economy’s Pain

On a bright December afternoon, light floods through the floor-to-ceiling windows of Honda City’s showroom in Liverpool. Eight autos dot the showroom floor. Taped to their windshields and windows are the white stickers with options and prices. What’s missing? Customers. … Continue reading →

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Issue: Hunger Haunts More Homes

Hunger looms as a threat for a growing number of Americans as the economy worsens. “We see so many new faces coming in everyday,” said Paul LaDolce, communications director for the Rescue Mission in Syracuse. In one sign of hunger’s … Continue reading →

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Issue: Unemployment Still Rising

A job is on the Christmas wish-list for a growing number of Americans. When it comes to unemployment, Central New York is better off than the rest of the state and the country, but not by much. Consider these federal … Continue reading →

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Issue: The Plight of the Uninsured

For Sister J. P.  Ridgeo, it all began with a man named John. John came in about three weeks after the Poverello Health Center opened on Syracuse’s North Side, recalled Ridgeo. “He had a pretty bad ear infection,” she says. “So … Continue reading →

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Issue: Flu Shows Weaknesses in Health System

Jennifer Arndt isn’t vaccinated. Instead, she compulsively washes her hands and cleans her computer keyboard with anti-bacterial wipes from red and white containers scattered throughout Syracuse University’s E.S. Bird Library. They act as visual reminder of the still-present threat of this … Continue reading →

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Issue: Obesity Takes a Toll

Obesity remains a threat to more than 70 million Americans and to more than one in four Onondaga County residents. “It’s still a problem,” says Tom Dennison, a professor and director of the health services management and policy program at Syracuse University. Dennison is among … Continue reading →

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Issue: Nursing Shortage Looms

When it comes to having enough nurses, New York State is managing a little better than most states. But experts agree that the health care system faces a looming shortage of nurses. “Once the economy picks up, there will be … Continue reading →

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County District 3: Democrat Szczesniak Loses Challenge

UPDATE, Dec 14: In the final vote count, Democrat Ed Szczesniak lost by 115 votes toRepublican Bill Meyer. The final vote county was 3,089 for Meyer and 2,974 for Szczesniak, according to the Onondaga County Board of Elections. In a close race, Democrat Ed Szczesniak lost … Continue reading →

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County District 3: Republican Meyer Keeps His Seat

UPDATE, Dec 14: In the final vote count, Republican Bill Meyer won with a 115-vote lead over Democrat Ed Szczesniak. The final vote county was 3,089 for Meyer and 2,974 for Szczesniak, according to the Onondaga County Board of Elections. In a close race, Meyer was declared … Continue reading →

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Common Councilor At-Large: Democrat Denno Wins a Seat

Democrat Lance Denno is one of the winners in the Syracuse Common Councilor At-Large race. “I’m very optimistic,” Denno said at a Democratic Party celebration at the University Sheraton Tuesday night. “I really see this as a referendum on what I’ve done.” Denno and the second … Continue reading →

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Common Council 1: Republican Rayo Wins

In a surprisingly easy victory, Republican Matt Rayo, 23, is the winner in the District 1 Common Council race . “I feel really good,” Rayo said in an interview as the unofficial vote totals made clear he had won. “I’m glad it’s over and … Continue reading →

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Common Council 1: Incumbent Heagerty Loses

Michael Heagerty lost his District 1 Common Council seat Tuesday. “It’s a tough break for me and this campaign and I just want to thank everyone who supported me,” Heagerty said in an interview. He was defeated by Republican Challenger Matt Rayo. Heagerty ran as the Working … Continue reading →

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County District 2: Republican Dougherty Wins

Republican John Dougherty is the new County Legislator for District 2. “It was terrific, I just feel fantastic,” said Dougherty as the votes came in Tuesday night.  “It was a relief, it was exciting,” said Dougherty. With 95 percent of polling sites … Continue reading →

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Mayor: Republican Kimatian Loses, Goes Out with A Handshake

Republican Steve Kimatian lost the Syracuse race for mayor to Democrat Stephanie Miner on Tuesday. “We ran the race. We ran a very good race and though we did not win, we did a lot of things together and we made a lot of friends,” … Continue reading →

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Mayor: Democrat Miner Makes History with Win

In an historic victory, Democratic Stephanie Miner will be the 53rd mayor of Syracuse. “I have learned firsthand that anything worth doing you can’t do alone,” Miner told a jubilant crowd of Democrats celebrating at the Sheraton Hotel by Syracuse University on Tuesday … Continue reading →

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Common Councilor At-Large: Democrat Kessner Gets A Seat

Democrat Jean Kessner has won an at-large seat on the Syracuse Common Council. “I am really happy,” said Kessner in an interview as the results came in Tuesday night. “I have worked really, really hard and I think that everybody in this city … Continue reading →

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Common Council At-Large: Republican Villerreal Loses

In the Syracuse At-Large Councilor race, Republican Fanny Villarreal has lost her first bid for public office. As of 10:50 p.m. Tuesday, with 100 percent of the vote counted, Villarreal, the Republican candidate for the Syracuse Common Council At-Large, received 24.3 percent of the vote, … Continue reading →

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County District 2: Democrat O’Connor Loses

Democrat Donna Marsh O’Connor has lost the District 2 seat on the Onondaga County Legislature. With 95 percent of the vote counted, the unofficial results had O’Connor with 40.1 percent of the vote. The winner was Republican John Dougherty with 52.3 percent. The vote count … Continue reading →

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Mayor: Jennings Comes in Third to Miner and Kimatian

Conservative Party candidate Otis Jennings has lost the Syracuse mayoral election to Democrat Stephanie Miner. With all precincts reporting, Jennings had 10 percent of the vote, compared with 50 percent for Democrat Stephanie Miner and 39 percent for Republican Steve Kimatian, according to the unofficial vote count by … Continue reading →

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Mayor: Stephanie Miner, the Democrat

On childhood weekdays, Stephanie Miner played with toys, went to school and hung out with friends. On weekends, she spent time with politicians. “My grandmother was very active in politics and as a kid I used to spend a lot of time with … Continue reading →

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Mayor: Steve Kimatian, the Republican

Steve Kimatian wants to run Syracuse the company way. “I’ve spent my entire career managing people, hiring people, being responsible for tens of millions of dollars and being a good communicator,” Kimatian said. “And that’s what we need in the mayor’s … Continue reading →

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Mayor: Otis Jennings, of the Conservative Party

Friends of Otis Jennings call him “The Big O.” It’s a nickname that describes his size — he stands about 6-foot-3 — and his outgoing personality. In the Syracuse mayoral election, Jennings says that the “O” could just as easily stand for … Continue reading →

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Common Councilor District 1: Michael Heagerty, the Incumbent, Working Families Party

Entrepreneur. Family-man. Zealous community member. That’s how Michael Heagerty pitches himself to voters in Common Council District 1. “I’m in tune with what it’s like for an individual to have to balance all of these things It’s something different,” said Heagerty.  “I want to continueto be … Continue reading →

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Common Council District 1: Republican Matt Rayo, the Challenger

[audio:https://democracywise.syr.edu/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/Matt-Rayo-on-the-Issues.mp3] Matt Rayo carries a list of registered Republicans and independents as he goes door-to-door talking to voters in the northern part of Syracuse. “Some people are very responsive and interested and some people aren’t,” Rayo said “But you still need to try … Continue reading →

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Common Councilor At-Large: Democrat Lance Denno

For a crusade, Lance Denno looks at the living-wage law as a reason to be in politics. “We should not be in the position of having people work full-time jobs and be faced with poverty. It’s important for the community that these … Continue reading →

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Common Councilor At-Large: Republican Fanny Villarreal

For Fanny Villarreal, her first political race has a personal inspiration: her two sons. “I want the city to be their choice when they grow up. I don’t want them to move,” she said. “That’s why I’m working so hard to … Continue reading →

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Common Councilor At-Large: Democrat Jean Kessner

As an investigative TV reporter, Jean Kessner dug up facts — but she never had an opinion. Now, as a Democratic candidate for Common Councilor At-Large, Kessner pitches herself as a can-do figure with strong views on how to make the city better. Kessner compared … Continue reading →

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County District 3: Democrat Ed Szczesniak, the Challenger

Service. Leadership. Integrity. Change. Ed Szczesniak uses those four words to describe his campaign for Onondaga County Legislature. “My life’s story is contained in those four words,” Szczesniak said. Szczesniak, a veteran of Democratic politics from Cicero, is running for … Continue reading →

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County District 3: Republican Bill Meyer, the Incumbent

Tattered civil war flags lay forgotten in the Onondaga County courthouse basement — until one person brought back to life the frayed pieces of cloth. Kathleen Rapp, the Republican floor leader for the County Legislature, says fellow Republican Bill Meyer … Continue reading →

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For County District 2: Democrat Donna Marsh O’Connor

Growing up, Donna Marsh O’Connor was going to be a writer. She never wanted to go into politics. “It was the last thing I thought I would do,” said O’Connor. “I always thought I would be writing and teaching.” She … Continue reading →

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For Country District 2: Republican John Dougherty

“Fiscal conservative” is how John Dougherty describes himself. And, he says, that’s the quality he would bring to Onondaga County government. “The county doesn’t seem to have much accountability for the way that they spend money,” said Dougherty. “It would … Continue reading →

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The $: Miner, D, for Mayor

In the run for the money, Democrat Stephanie Miner is in the lead for Syracuse mayor. As of Oct. 23, Miner has raised $564,118, according to campaign reports filed by the New York State Board of Elections. Miner, who has … Continue reading →

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The $: Kimatian, R, for Mayor

For Ellen Eagen, an $8,000 contribution to her father, Steve Kimatian, for his mayoral campaign was also an investment in her family’s future. “If Syracuse can become the vibrant city that I think it has the potential to be, there’s … Continue reading →

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The $: Jennings, Conservative Party, for Mayor

Companies in the construction business and his connections in the Christian community are among the major sources of campaign funds for Otis Jennings as he seeks the mayor’s office. As of Oct. 23, companies in the construction business had contributed … Continue reading →

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The $: Denno, D, for Common Council At-Large

Lance Denno expects $72 may be his only expense in the race for Syracuse Councilor At-Large. “Quite frankly, I don’t think that a lot of advertising is going to make a weak candidate strong, and I don’t think less advertising … Continue reading →

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The $: Villarreal, R, for Common Councilor At-Large

The big spender and big fundraiser in the At-Large Common Council race is Republican Fanny Villarreal. As of Oct. 30, Villarreal had raised $12,660 and spent $20,740, according to campaign finance disclosure reports filed with the New York State Board … Continue reading →

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The $: Kessner, D, for Common Council At-Large

For a chunk of her campaign money, Jean Kessner can thank Eleanor Roosevelt. As of Oct. 23, Kessner had raised $8,526 in her campaign for an At-Large seat on the Syracuse Common Council. Of that money, $1,000 came from the … Continue reading →

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The $: Rayo, R, for Common Council District 1

With $75, Nancy Coye of Syracuse changed her long-standing attitude toward political donations. Coye, 62,  had never donated to a political campaign. This time, Matt Rayo, a local candidate with a family connection, changed her mind. “He’s a friend of … Continue reading →

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The $: Heagerty, D, for Common Council District 1

To fill his political coffers, Michael Heagerty is relying on loans in his re-election campaign for the District 1 seat on the Common Council. This is unusual for an incumbent candidate but it’s not unheard of,  said Jeffrey Stonecash, a … Continue reading →

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The $: Szczesniak, D, for County District 3

In campaign cash, Democratic challenger Ed Szczesniak is running ahead in the District 3 race of the Onondaga County Legislature. Szczesniak has raised $26,799 since Jan. 1, according to reports filed with the New York State Board of Elections. His … Continue reading →

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The $: O’Connor, D, for County District 2

To raise political money, Donna Marsh O’Connor turns to pizza, wings and wine. For example, there is her homestyle wine-tasting fundraiser and her meetings for pizza and wings at Coolican’s Bar in Clay. That brings together contributors like her family, … Continue reading →

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The $: Dougherty, R, for County District 2

In the money race, Republican John Dougherty is in the lead for the District 2 seat in the Onondaga County Legislature. Dougherty has raised twice as much in campaign donations as has his Democratic opponent Carol Marsh O’Connor, according to … Continue reading →

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Fact-Check: Kimatian a Bit Too Optimistic on Curfew Challenges

The Proposal: a safety and crime proposal Title: A constitutional curfew for juveniles From: From Republican mayoral candidate Steve Kimatian Type: Press release Location: News conference at the Northeast Community Center Date: Aug. 25, 2009 URL: http://74.125.113.132/search?q=%20cache:cT80gT4FuFkJ:www.steveforsyracuse.com/web/news-and-multimedia/news SUMMARY: In a … Continue reading →

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Fact-Check: Miner Gets Much Credit for Say Yes $

The Statement: On “Say Yes to Education” From: Democratic mayoral candidate Stephanie Miner Type: a description of her accomplishments as a Common Councilor on her Web site. URL: http://www.minerformayor.com/page/meet-stephanie What She Says:  In her issues plan Miner says: “I drafted, … Continue reading →

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Fact-Check: Kimatian Banking on Land Bank

The Proposal: A “land bank” program to help renovate vacant property in the city From: Republican mayoral candidate Steve Kimatian originally proposed the land bank. Type: Kimatian TV interview on News10Now and his proposal on his campaign Web site Date: … Continue reading →

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Fact-Check: Miner on Destiny – Would Be Right If…

The Statement: Criticism of the city’s tax breaks for Destiny USA project From: Stephanie Miner, Democratic mayoral candidate Type: Interview Date: August 2009 interview with the Syracuse New Times URL: http://www.syracusenewtimes.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=3498&Itemid=147 What She Says: During her eight years on the … Continue reading →

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Fact-Check: Jennings A Bit of Overstatement on Crime; Violence Against Immigrants More Visible in the News

The Statement: Concern over violence against immigrants Title: “Republican Mayoral Candidate Announces Crime Platform” From: Otis Jennings, running for mayor as the Conservative Party candidate. Type: Press Release from Jennings’s Web site Date: Aug. 31, 2009 URL:  http://www.otisjennings.com/2009/08/31/1102/ What It … Continue reading →

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Fact-Check: Miner Right on Homeowners’ Insurance

The Proposal: a public-safety plan from Democratic mayoral candidate Stephanie Miner Title: Stephanie Miner’s 50-Point Plan for a 21st Century City called “RENEWING the PROMISE of SYRACUSE” (under Section Three: Public Safety, Strategy #21, Pg. 26) From: From Stephanie Miner, … Continue reading →

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Fact-Check: Kimatian Overly Optimistic about Curfew & Safety

The Proposal:  A curfew plan to reduce juvenile crime and protect youngsters From: Steve Kimatian, the Republican candidate for mayor Type: Press releases and interview Date: Aug. 18, 2009, on News 10 Now and Aug. 25, 2009 URL: http://www.steveforsyracuse.com/web/news-and-multimedia/radio.html and … Continue reading →

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Fact-Check: Jennings Accurate on School Portrait

The Statement: education proposals from mayoral candidate Otis Jennings From: Otis Jennings, Conservative Party Type: part of a press conference posted on his campaign Web site Date:  Aug. 18, 2009 URL:  http://www.otisjennings.com/issues-2/ SUMMARY:  The Web page contains the education proposals … Continue reading →

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Fact-Check: Kimatian on the Money in Small Biz Economic Role

The Statement: an economic proposal with praise for small businesses From: Steve Kimatian, the Republican mayoral candidate Type: Interview Date: Aug. 18, 2009. Place: Interview with News10Now URL: http://news10now.com/cny-news-1013-content/480114/steve-kimatian–r– SUMMARY: In an interview on his economic proposals, Steve Kimatian praised … Continue reading →

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Fact-Check: Miner Confusing But Accurate on STAR Role

The Statement: from the Web site of mayoral candidate Stephanie Miner From: Stephanie Miner, the Democratic and Working Families candidate URL: (http://www.minerformayor.com/page/meet-stephanie ) SUMMARY: On her Web site, Miner takes credit for drafting and passing STAR  Exemption program legislation to … Continue reading →

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Fact-Check: Jennings Makes Good Call on After-School Programs

[audio:https://democracywise.syr.edu/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/Otis-Jennings-afterschool-comments.mp3] The Statement: from ACTS Mayoral Forum From: Otis Jennings, Conservative Party Type: Response to a question at a candidate forum Date: Sept. 9, 2009, Hopps Memorial Church in Syracuse SUMMARY: Jennings is responding to a question for the mayoral … Continue reading →

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Two for the Bench: Candidates for Onondaga County Court Judge

A ten-year incumbent judge and a challenger are on the ballot for Onondaga County Court judge in November. The Onondaga County Court judge’s main job is to preside over trials in serious felony cases, such as a charges of murder, … Continue reading →

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Common Council Has Field of Choices for Voters

For city voters, the November election offers choices in almost all the Syracuse Common Council races. All eight Syracuse Common Council seats are up for election. Of those, six are contested. The election is Nov. 3. “We have very competitive … Continue reading →

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Third Parties Bring Variety to Elections, Democracy

When Kristi Andersen first ran for public office in her town of Cazenovia in 2005, she decided she needed an endorsement from a third party to solidify her candidacy. So Andersen, a Syracuse University political science professor, simply created her … Continue reading →

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New Voting Machines Give the Disabled More Options

For some disabled voters in Onondaga County, casting their ballots will get much easier in this November’s election. New voting systems specially designed for the disabled will replace some of the old lever-style voting machines for the election on Nov. … Continue reading →

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Dems Gaining Ground for County Legislature

[audio:https://democracywise.syr.edu/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/Story3-scenesetter-County-Legis-Chris-Shepherd.mp3] Many county voters will have a choice of candidates when they cast their ballots for the Onondaga County Legislature races this November. The choices come from a growing trend of competition between Republicans and Democrats in the county. Jeff … Continue reading →

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Education Commission Candidates Hope to Make the Grade with Voters

School children in Syracuse will get three new education commissioners this November. Three of the seven seats on the school board are up for election. The candidates are Democrats Monique Wright-Williams, Patricia Body, Richard Strong, Republican Blase Parus, and incumbent … Continue reading →

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Away on Election Day? Vote by Absentee Ballot

Nov. 3 will be a fine day to vote. But some Onondaga County voters can’t get to the polls that day. They’re sick. Or they’re handicapped. Or they’re going out of the county on Election Day. Or they’re in the … Continue reading →

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GOP Newcomer for Mayor: Steve Kimatian; Jennings Stays in Race for Conservative Party

Political novice Steve Kimatian is the Republican candidate for mayor in November. “That’s the great thing about the democratic process. You can do everything you know how to do to win but you can’t roll the ball over the goal … Continue reading →

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Stephanie Miner the Dems Choice for Mayor

Stephanie Miner will be the Democratic mayoral candidate when voters turn out for the November election in Syracuse. “I have never felt more satisfied about where are than today,” Miner told a group of elated supporters who gathered at Nibsy’s … Continue reading →

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Order at the Polls: Election Inspectors Serve Democracy

For more than 30 years, Nina Haley has watched thousands of eager voters cast their ballots on Election Day. She’s especially energized by one group of voters. “It actually excites me the most to see a young voter come in,” … Continue reading →

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Power Without a Vote: Common Council President

[audio:https://democracywise.syr.edu/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/Story3A-SceneSetter-Council-President.mp3] Bea Gonzalez has yet to cast a single vote in eight years as president of the Syracuse Common Council. “The one time there was a tie,” she recalls, “I was on vacation.” Breaking a tie is the only chance … Continue reading →

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First Step Toward the Polls: How to Register to Vote

You can still take your first step for democracy in Onondaga County by registering to vote in the general election on Nov. 3. Here’s why some central New Yorkers say that’s important: Jim Lynch, 41, of Dewitt, teacher, votes because … Continue reading →

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Voters’ Voices ’09

[audio:https://democracywise.syr.edu/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/POS15.mp3] “My main concern about Syracuse is the gaps in education, the learning gaps that there are in the schools close to the university, and how the city itself and the university don’t really connect.” (Mylenne Salinas, 20, Syracuse University … Continue reading →

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Voters’ Voices ’09

[audio:https://democracywise.syr.edu/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/POS1-Brett-LoGiurato.mp3] “I’m definitely supporting Stephanie Miner. I just think she’s the smartest one and I’ve read her platform online. I think she’s thought through what the city needs, and I’m very impressed by her platform. I don’t see or hear … Continue reading →

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Voters’ Voices ’09

[audio:https://democracywise.syr.edu/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/POS14.mp3] “All of the malls are losing stores and if the malls are losing stores, then you know that everywhere else is losing jobs.  Factories have been closing down, so I think it would just help to make sure we … Continue reading →

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Voters’ Voices ’09

[audio:https://democracywise.syr.edu/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/POS13.mp3] “I’m concerned about the escalating costs of different city services. (Morgan McDole of Syracuse, 31, firefighter, Democrat) “Well, I think for this area I think taxes are important. I think the spending in general, about how they’re spending and … Continue reading →

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Voters’ Voices ’09

[audio:https://democracywise.syr.edu/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/POS1-Chris-Shepherd.mp3] “As far as community, I’m real big on community. As far as fixing things and getting things done—schools, I have a daughter that’s in school. And also, somebody’s who for cutting a lot of things and helping us out … Continue reading →

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Voters’ Voices ’09

[audio:https://democracywise.syr.edu/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/POS12.mp3] “I would like to see a lot of activities for like a certain age group — I  would say 16-18 and even older people.  There’s not a lot of things for them to do, so there’s not really a … Continue reading →

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Voters’ Voices ’09

[audio:https://democracywise.syr.edu/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/POS1-Jessica-Shaw.mp3] “Phil Dwarfman, 67. I’m a computer systems analyst. I’m paying very high taxes. They’re spending my money and it’s not their money so they don’t care what they spend it on. There are a lot of things they can … Continue reading →

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Voters’ Voices ’09

[audio:https://democracywise.syr.edu/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/POS1-Julia-Terruso.mp3] “Healthcare for the elderly — seniors — because we’re all going to get old someday and we’re going to be in their shoes, so hopefully we’ll set it up right so we’re all taken care of when we get … Continue reading →

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Voters’ Voices ’09

[audio:https://democracywise.syr.edu/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/POS-Audio.mp3] “I live in a nice neighborhood. On the other hand it’s surrounded by neighborhoods where things aren’t as nice. Violence in the city is a real scary thing. I mean young children shooting and stabbing each other on a … Continue reading →

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Voters’ Voices ’09

[audio:https://democracywise.syr.edu/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/POS1-Lynette-Chen.mp3] “Home taxes. School taxes. The things just keep going up and up and up. We need to figure out another way to reduce the budget.” (Joe Schultz, 40, of Fabius, social worker, Democrat) “Just better jobs. Better school for … Continue reading →

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Voters’ Voices 09

[audio:https://democracywise.syr.edu/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/POS11.mp3] “‘Say Yes’ is one of the best programs in the state of the New York. I know several kids who are taking advantage of it from my neighborhood. They’re going to SU actually, getting $30,000 from their hard work … Continue reading →

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Voters’ Voices ’09

[audio:https://democracywise.syr.edu/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/POS1.mp3] “I would personally love to see them take 81 down, but that’s probably not a city issue. I think it’s really important that we maintain the quality of our public schools. I see friends either moving away or putting … Continue reading →

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