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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Cuomo tough on GOP at convention, friendlier at home
Charlotte, NC, Sep 07, 2012 — Governor Cuomo, addressing New York's delegation in Charlotte, harshly denounced Republican Vice Presidential candidate Paul Ryan's budget and other GOP policies. But, as Karen DeWitt reports, back at the state Capitol, the governor and Republicans in the legislature have a cordial relationship. Go to full article
In first NY21 debate, Owens-Doheny agree on farm bill
Greenwich, NY, Sep 06, 2012 — Across the US, the 2012 campaign has been marked by bitter rhetoric and fierce partisanship. The federal farm bill has been caught up in the hard-line battle, with any conservatives pushing to kill the measure.
But in their first debate of the season, in the Washington County community of Greenwich, the candidates for New York's 21st district House seat both supported the farm bill. On a wide range of issues, Republican Matt Doheny and Democrat Bill Owens made a clear bid for the center. Go to full article
But in their first debate of the season, in the Washington County community of Greenwich, the candidates for New York's 21st district House seat both supported the farm bill. On a wide range of issues, Republican Matt Doheny and Democrat Bill Owens made a clear bid for the center. Go to full article
NY 21: GOP's Sayward backs DEM Bill Owens
Willsboro, NY, Sep 05, 2012 — One of the North Country's top Republican lawmakers says she's backing Democrat Bill Owens in the race for congress. Assemblywoman Teresa Sayward, who is stepping down at the end of this year, campaigned with Owens over the weekend.
The Democrat is facing a stiff challenge from Republican Matt Doheny, who lost narrowly to Owens two years ago. Sayward's endorsement comes as both candidates work to win over moderate voters and women who could decide the race. Go to full article
The Democrat is facing a stiff challenge from Republican Matt Doheny, who lost narrowly to Owens two years ago. Sayward's endorsement comes as both candidates work to win over moderate voters and women who could decide the race. Go to full article
NY21: Owens works senior vote in Massena
Massena, NY, Aug 24, 2012 — Senior citizens vote at higher rates than the rest of the population. So they'll be key to the eventual winner of the North Country's 21st Congressional district. And... Go to full article
NY21: Bill Owens launches first TV spot of campaign
Plattsburgh, NY, Aug 23, 2012 — Congressman Bill Owens is launching his first TV spot. With just over two months before election day, the ad will air primarily on stations that broadcast in the Glens Falls... Go to full article
NY21: Doheny goes live with first TV ad
Glens Falls, NY, Aug 22, 2012 — Republican challenger Matt Doheny began airing his first TV spot yesterday, as he fights to unseat Democratic incumbent Bill Owens in November. The campaign for the 21st... Go to full article
In Potsdam, Sen. Gillibrand announces "Innovation Bank"
Potsdam, NY, Aug 20, 2012 — New York Senator Kirsten Gillibrand announced new federal legislation meant to spur science and technology job growth, while visiting Clarkson University in Potsdam on Friday... Go to full article
In NY21 race, Doheny, Owens wrangle over fall debates
Glens Falls, NY, Aug 16, 2012 — A disagreement has erupted over debates in the race for the North Country's seat in congress. The campaigns for Bill Owens and Matt Doheny say they have agreed to a total of... Go to full article
Election 2012: The Ryan effect in New York
Albany, NY, Aug 15, 2012 — Presumptive Republican Presidential candidate Mitt Romney's choice of Paul Ryan as his running mate will likely have an impact on New York's competitive races for the House... Go to full article
State GOP Chair: Ryan Will "Play Well" in New York Races
Albany, NY, Aug 14, 2012 — The head of the State's Republican Party predicts that the choice of Paul Ryan as Mitt Romney's Vice Presidential candidate will be helpful in some portions of New York... Go to full article
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