Election 2012
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I tell this story all the time, but it’s a true one: When I came to the North Country thirteen years ago, someone — I can’t remember who it was — told me I’d scored the best job in the world, with one big caveat.
In a...
As the Republican Party navigates this perilous chapter in its history, the organization begins to resemble — more and more closely — the desperate, lonely protagonist in “Life of Pi.”
If you haven’t seen or read it...
In the days since Barack Obama won a second free, peaceful and fair election, capturing more than 50% of the popular vote again, a growing number of conservatives have called for their states to secede from the United States of America.
The drumbeat...
CORRECTION: Bill Owens did not vote for the Federal stimulus plan backed by Barack Obama in 2008. He didn’t take office until the next year. We regret the error. Owens did later embrace the policy, advocating for stimulus projects in...
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Tara Liloia in front of Isle La Motte town offices. Photos: Sarah Harris
Town meeting day: VT voters decide issues big and small
Isle La Motte, VT, Mar 09, 2012 — Vermont's Champlain Islands are smack in the middle of Lake Champlain's northern end. Isle La Motte is the westernmost of those islands. It's isolated and rural. Living there, you might travel to New York State to see a doctor, or go to the grocery store.
But, Isle La Motte joins other towns across Vermont in town meeting day, when citizens come together to have their say on issues big and small. Sarah Harris spent town meeting day on the island and has our story. Go to full article
But, Isle La Motte joins other towns across Vermont in town meeting day, when citizens come together to have their say on issues big and small. Sarah Harris spent town meeting day on the island and has our story. Go to full article
Gillibrand foe George Maragos says he'll spend own money to gain senate seat
Albany, NY, Mar 09, 2012 — The front-running Republican challenging US Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand admits he faces an "uphill battle" against the Democratic incumbent.
George Maragos - a former banker and now Nassau County Comptroller -- says he'll spend his own money to try to level the field. Martha Foley has more. Go to full article
George Maragos - a former banker and now Nassau County Comptroller -- says he'll spend his own money to try to level the field. Martha Foley has more. Go to full article
County GOP leaders line up behind Doheny
Watertown, MA, Mar 08, 2012 — Watertown Republican Matt Doheny continues to rack up party endorsements in his bid to unseat Democratic Congressman Bill Owens from Plattsburgh.
Over the last week, he's drawn the backing of Republican leaders in Clinton and Fulton Counties. In Essex County, Doheny won the backing of both the Republican and Conservative Party committees.
In a statement, Clinton County Republican chair Don Lee said Doheny has the "political acumen and business acumen to be one heck of a good congressman."
Doheny faces Kellie Greene of Sackets Harbor in the June primary. Lake Placid accountant Doug Hoffman has also expressed interest in another run for the House seat.
But so far, Doheny has far outpaced his competition in fundraising and endorsements. Go to full article
Over the last week, he's drawn the backing of Republican leaders in Clinton and Fulton Counties. In Essex County, Doheny won the backing of both the Republican and Conservative Party committees.
In a statement, Clinton County Republican chair Don Lee said Doheny has the "political acumen and business acumen to be one heck of a good congressman."
Doheny faces Kellie Greene of Sackets Harbor in the June primary. Lake Placid accountant Doug Hoffman has also expressed interest in another run for the House seat.
But so far, Doheny has far outpaced his competition in fundraising and endorsements. Go to full article
Federal judge calls for major shake-up in North Country Congressional district
Plattsburgh, NY, Mar 07, 2012 — The Adirondack North Country may be unified into one congressional district this year.
A federal judge has issued a map that would consolidate the region into a... Go to full article
A federal judge has issued a map that would consolidate the region into a... Go to full article
In Burlington, electing a new mayor
Burlington, VT, Mar 06, 2012 — Town meeting day in Vermont is one of the few examples of direct democracy in our country. It's a state holiday, and townspeople turn out to elect municipal leaders and... Go to full article
Hoffman considering another run for Congress
Mar 05, 2012 — Lake Placid accountant Doug Hoffman says he's considering another run for congress. In an interview broadcast this morning on NPR, Hoffman said he was waiting to make his... Go to full article
Challengers emerge in 114th Assembly race
Cadyville, NY, Mar 02, 2012 — The race for New York's 114th Assembly District seat, currently held by Republican Janet Duprey, is heating up fast.
This week, Clinton County businessman David... Go to full article
This week, Clinton County businessman David... Go to full article
Sayward won't seek another Assembly term, Douglas considers run
Willsboro, NY, Mar 02, 2012 — North Country assemblywoman Teresa Sayward says she won't see re-election this year. In a surprise announcement released late yesterday, Sayward said she had reached the... Go to full article
Federal court will redraw congressional district maps
Albany, NY, Feb 29, 2012 — A federal court is taking over the drawing of new congressional district maps in New York, after lawmakers failed to meet their own self-imposed deadline to draw new lines. ... Go to full article
Owens gives Obama points, considering the political climate
Feb 28, 2012 — Democratic Representative Bill Owens says President Barack Obama is doing a "very reasonable job." Owens, who represents New York's 23rd Congressional District, spoke about... Go to full article
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