Kagan Takes On Vernikov In Brooklyn’s 48th Council District
When asked about what concerns her most about her challenger, Vernikov pointed out Kagan has run for office several times as a Democrat and had in the past voted with Democrats on progressive issues.
A Socialist’s View of New York State from Albany
Perhaps the most concerning part [as to his] stance on Israel is his comparison of Israel’s actions to apartheid and genocide. His opposition to U.S. financial support for Israel demonstrates a level of ignorance that distorts the realities of the Israeli–Palestinian conflict..., Assemblyman Ari Brown (R – Cedarhurst, Nassau County), told The Jewish Press.
Emotional Bonding of Generations at COJO Flatbush/BLOPPY Seniors Luncheon
COJO’s senior clients schmoozed with friends; played competitive rounds of Bingo; enjoyed a delicious dairy meal provided by the school; and sang, danced, and chatted with BLOPPY high school and elementary-grade students.
A Push To Make Streets Safer Across The State
One of the bills Cohen wants to see voted for would require that when drivers pass bicyclists, they have to give the bicyclists a minimum of three feet so they can have a fair share of the road.
COJO Flatbush Annual Breakfast Honors Shining Stars of Communal Service
A Hallmark of every COJO Legislative Breakfast is the air of expectation – the palpable buzz – that begins as soon as the first guests arrive and doesn’t end until the last guests leave hours later.
COJO Flatbush Honors Legislators, Israeli Diplomat, And More
The annual COJO Breakfast began 46 years ago. Last year, the organization served 30,000 clients and did performed more than 60,000 services, according to its president, Moshe Zakheim. COJO Flatbush offers more than a dozen services to the community at-large.
High-Rolling Republicans Congregate in NYC
Let’s face reality. New York is bleeding. Two million people have left New York since 2010. More than 100,000 in just one year. From Syracuse to Staten Island, our communities are shrinking.
Spending Plan Unveiled By Governor; Lawmakers To Decide Whether To Proceed
Too often crime victims watch in horror as their assailants walk free, not because they’re innocent but because of procedural technicalities. It’s my job to fight for those victims – many of whom are domestic violence victims – and that’s exactly what I did.
Crown Heights Jewish Community Suffers Huge Loss
Rabbi Raitport had a unique connection to the Lubavitcher Rebbe. When we were students in yeshiva, in the mid-1980s, he felt blessed that the Rebbe instructed him to write a weekly or biweekly update and report to the Rebbe, Rabbi Butman recalled.
Senator Simcha Felder Bids Fond Farewell To The State Senate, As Special Election Looms
Felder is beginning his second stint on the New York City Council, where he served for eight years from January 2002 to February 2010. Last month, on March 25, he won the seat with more than 81 percent of the vote.
Annual COJO Flatbush ‘Country Carnival in the Big City’ Draws Largest Crowd Yet
An event like this brings the families of our community so much happiness – without any worries about the cost of an afternoon filled with entertainment, and with the convenience of being smack in the middle of their own neighborhood, sparing them a long Chol HaMoed schlep.
Immigration Takes Center Stage Between Dems And GOP In Albany
With Homan in the Capitol building, Democrats hastily rallied together, leaving debates behind in the Senate and Assembly chambers to show their disdain toward the Trump administration and Homan in particular.
Days Of Learning And Respect In Memory Of The Lubavitcher Rebbe
For many years this event was highlighted with remarks from Rabbi Shmuel Butman, z”l from the Assembly rostrum in Albany. However, Rabbi Butman passed away last July at the age of 81, due to a heart attack. This year, his son, Rabbi Velvl Butman, 57, took the reins and delivered remarks directed towards the life and legacy of the Lubavitcher Rebbe.
Agudah Lobbies For Additional Funding In State Budget
The strong showing of advocates in Albany as well as the clear message Agudah presented was met with praise from dozens of state legislators.
Andrew Cuomo Enters The New York City Mayoral Race
Cuomo announced his mayoral bid on Saturday, March 1. The following day, he received the endorsements of the New York City and Vicinity District Council of Carpenters, which represents more than 20,000 of skilled tradespeople in New York.
Seniors Enjoyed a Taste of Tu B’Shevat at COJO Flatbush Party
COJO Flatbush CEO Louis Welz added, The camaraderie we see at every one of these parties is immensely gratifying, and a real treat for our seniors. We just wish we could do it even more frequently.
Why I Am Running As An Aish Ha’am Delegate For The WZO Congress
Seeing the anger and hostility towards Israel and Jewish people around the globe blew my mind. It was maddening trying to explain why Hamas was evil to so many companies and individuals. I was in shock.
Out-Of-Control Spending In New York – But Lawmakers Want Additional Money
While the governor offers highlights of her budget plan, the devil is always in the details, which are contained in a 142-page budget book.
COJO Flatbush Free Tax Prep Can Put Money Back In Your Pocket
It’s quick and convenient – and, most important, accurate, with tax-return forms carefully worked on by certified tax preparers whose goal is maximizing earned-income tax credits and refunds.
Food Glorious Food All Around The Capital Complex In Albany
What Lester Chang did [to win his assembly seat in 2022] was good old-fashioned retail politics. He got young men, young women of high school age and college age out there. He went door-to-door.
No Generation Gap at COJO Flatbush/BLOPPY Seniors Luncheon
The interaction between seniors and students has become the highlight of these luncheons, guaranteed to lift spirits and create wide smiles.
A New Session Has Dawned In Albany
Assembly Republican Leader Will Barclay (R - Pulaski, Oswego County) began by skewering Hochul for taking from one hand and putting it another.
Rockland County Community Gathers For Networking Event To Focus On Education Aid
A popular topic at the legislative reception was how a $20 million deficit in the town of East Ramapo School District turned into a $30 million surplus.
Trying To Tame An Out-of-Control Insurance Industry
Last week Hochul vetoed one of Weprin’s bills that he had high hopes of being signed into law. It was a bill capping co-payments on physical therapy, which is usually prescribed post-surgery and generally not covered by insurance, Weprin said.
Key to A Brighter Future – Free GED Classes at COJO Flatbush
COJO Flatbush is dedicated to making it easy and convenient for anyone to earn their GED diploma. You can even do so by applying any previous passing Regents exam scores – no matter how many years ago you earned them – toward your equivalency diploma.
A Month Of Coming To Terms With Losses & Victories In Albany
Governor Kathy Hochul has been touring the state, crowing about $300 rebates New York residents will receive in the fall of 2025. As much as she can, Hochul is also avoiding questions about her low poll numbers.
Heshy Tischler: A Voice for the 44th District – Bold Leadership, Big Heart
Tischler knows firsthand the unique challenges the disabled and their families face, and he is passionate about ensuring that they receive the support and services they need.
Singer Matisyahu Wows Crowd Amid Protests Outside Venue
When it comes to Israel, Matisyahu is not shy about stating his opinion. He performed for the IDF and for AIPAC and supported Israeli settlers in Judea and Samaria. He voiced support for Israel in the current war.
Election Wrap-Up: Winners And Losers
While Congress and the White House will reflect the trifecta of Republican victories, New York’s government is controlled by Democrats from the governor’s office to both houses of the legislature – the Senate and the Assembly chambers.
Trump Taps Two New Yorkers For Top Administration Posts
One of the reasons we lost the Senate [in 2018] was because we really didn’t have a strong farm team in the Assembly, Straniere said.
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