Tag: Andrew Cuomo
Gov. Hochul’s Jewish Aide Killed after Being Kicked to the Highway by Lyft Driver
Lyft issued a statement saying it was “heartbroken by this incident.”
Jewish Woke: Heritage Museum Bans Florida Governor from June’s Jewish Leadership Conference
"It is sad to see that the misguided leadership of a Jewish museum won’t allow alternative ideas a seat at the Jewish table.”
Gov. Hochul Vetoes Anti-Chassidic Bill
"Thank you, Gov. Kathy Hochul, for vetoing S1811/A5761 that would limit development in Blooming Grove."
Swastika, Yellow Star, in Anti-Vaxxer Rally Outside NY Jewish Assemblyman’s Office
The protesters with the warped notion of historic symbols rallied against Dinowitz's bill that would require all New York students to be vaccinated in order to attend school.
NY State’s Pension Fund Dropping Unilever over Ben & Jerry’s Settlements Boycott
The state pension fund's shares in Unilever were valued last September at $103.6 million.
In Final Hours as Governor Cuomo Sets Free Jewish Terrorist David Gilbert
Needless to say, the governor's final show of mercy did not go down well with law and order folks in his state.
Anti-Semitic Mobs Harassed Orthodox Jews in Brooklyn on Shabbat
When the men were locked out of the shul, they tore off the side mirror of a parked car.
Nassau Democrat Calling for Cuomo’s Resignation over Sexual Harassment Complaints
This may be a good place to ask, what is it with NY governors and their predilections?
Two NYC Jewish Nursing Homes Become Corona-Only
More than 15,000 nursing home residents in NY State died from the coronavirus, but the state reported only about 8,500 deaths.
Cuomo Pleads Guilty Only to Delaying Info on Nursing Home Corona Deaths – Not...
On March 25, the Cuomo administration barred nursing homes from refusing applicants infected with COVID-19.
Federal Court Rules Against Cuomo’s Limitations on Capacity at Houses of Worship
They will now return to the 50-percent-capacity limit that was in place before the New York governor’s zone plan.
Orthodox Summer Camp Suing Upstate NY County for Religious Discrimination Masquerading as Corona Regulations
Also, according to court records, local officials were considering hanging outside the camp a “big sign up there with a swastika,” or inviting “skinheads” to pay the Oorah folks a visit.
AOC Drives ‘Law & Order Democrat’ Chuck Schumer Down a Progressive Slope
It's good to be the king, but then, inevitably, those folks with the pitchforks and guillotines show up at your door and ask if you could please step outside for a moment.
NY Republicans & Gov. Cuomo Urged Trump Not to Pardon Shelly Silver
Cuomo could just keep his mouth shut and let the chips fall where they may on the Trump pardon of Shelly Silver. How I wish he had.
Cuomo Does About-Face on Lockdowns, Appoints Blue-Ribbon Commission to Resuscitate NY Economy
He observed that "too many essential products are made in China, [which] we must [produce] in the United States and even here in New York."
Cuomo Orders State Officials to Assist Jewish Day School After Anti-Semitic Hacking
The Division of Human Rights is expected to hold a virtual forum for families discuss the incident and learn about resources to combat hate.
Supreme Court Grants Temporary Restraining Order Against NY Gov. Cuomo’s Restrictions On Attendance At...
It is hard to believe that admitting more than 10 people to a 1,000-seat church or 400-seat synagogue would create a more serious health risk than the many other activities that the State allows.
Agudath Israel, Catholic Diocese, Win Supreme Court Appeal Against Gov. Cuomo
This was the first opportunity for President Donald Trump's two newest appointments, Justices Brett Kavanaugh and Amy Coney Barrett, to cast decisive votes.
Cuomo Enraged by Thousands of Satmar Wedding Guests’ ‘Blatant Disregard of the Law’
“If 7,000 people went to a wedding, you can figure that out, right?"
Jewish, Catholic Groups Appeal to Supreme Court Against Gov. Cuomo’s Restrictions
The petitioners are relying on the addition to the Supreme Court of Justice Amy Coney Barrett, who is renowned for her religious devotion.
NY State Dem Chairman Jacobs Angry with AOC, Blames Progressive Agenda for Disappointing Vote
Jacobs blames the "defund the police" agenda, combined with violence and looting, for Democratic losses in purple districts.
Cuomo Caves to Jewish Schoolgirls, Loosens Targeted Lockdown Order
The new restrictions completely banned in-person instruction at BYAM, stripping parents of their right to direct the religious education and upbringing of their children.
Cuomo to Satmar: Have a Big Wedding Next Year, Invite Me, I’ll Come
The governor related that one of his daughters had to give up her college-graduation ceremony because of the pandemic.
Satmar Trying to Avoid Showdown with Governor over 10,000-Strong Wedding
The wedding ceremony was planned in two venues, one on Rodney Street and another on nearby Bedford Avenue, the locations of a Satmar synagogue and a yeshiva.
Rumor: If Elected Biden Will Make Cuomo his AG to Prosecute Trump
Axios cited a source who said about Biden and Cuomo: "When one of them needs something, it’s automatic, it’s not a calculation.”
Brooklyn Diocese Loses Lawsuit over Corona Restrictions Blamed on Chasidim
On Thursday, a federal judge rejected Agudath Israel's petition and upheld the governor's decision to shut down Jewish houses of worship.
NY Board of Rabbis: Violent Chasidic Protests ‘Shameful’
NY City Councilman Kalman Yeger tweeted: "I'm disgusted by the attack in the early morning hours on a member of our community."
Why are Cuomo and de Blasio Singling out Orthodox Jews as COVID Scofflaws?
There are good reasons to worry about a spike in infections in haredi enclaves, but the double standards used to justify new lockdowns undermine faith in government.
Cuomo to Meet Orthodox Leaders on Rapid Spread of Corona in their Communities
NY State’s worst "cluster" is in the mostly-Satmar town of Kiryas Joel in Orange County, where 19% of the tests Monday came back positive.
Israelis on Long List of Foreigners Quarantined Upon Entry in NY State
They will be compelled to quarantine and fill out a travel form when they arrive in New York. Failing to obey the rules could result in a $2,000 fine.