NY significant changes to criminal justice
Source Brennan Center: During the eventful summer session, New York legislators made significant changes to criminal justice policy. They revised the state’s bail reform law for the third time in four years, passed the Clean Slate Act to automatically seal old criminal records, and rewrote the post-conviction laws around wrongful convictions. In 2019, the legislature […]
Gas prices are up again
Source News 10 Team: Rochester experienced a slight increase in gas prices on Monday, with the average price per gallon reaching $3.76, which was nine cents higher than the previous week. However, prior to this increase, the gas prices in Rochester had remained steady for three consecutive weeks. On a national level, the average gas […]
Mayor Evans’ children’s savings account program
Source City of Rochester: Mayor Malik D. Evans made an exciting announcement today regarding the City’s Office of Financial Empowerment. They have been awarded a generous grant of $244,000 from ESL to develop and implement a Children’s Savings Account (CSA) program throughout the entire city. The primary objective of this program is to provide better […]
Trump takes the lead
Source NY Post: In the latest poll released on Monday, it is evident that former President Donald Trump continues to hold a commanding lead in the race for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination. With an astonishing 37 percentage-point lead over his closest competitor, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, Trump remains the undisputed frontrunner. According to the […]
First court appearance for Trump’s co-defendant
Source MSNBC: The judge carefully reviewed the four charges against Carlos De Oliveira and ensured that his rights were acknowledged before setting the signature bond at $100,000. However, since De Oliveira has not yet secured local legal representation in Florida, he was instructed to return for his arraignment next month. Carlos De Oliveira’s initial court […]
Are young voters vital to Biden’s campaign?
According to AP VoteCast, a nationwide survey of the electorate, in 2020, 61% of voters under the age of 30 and 55% of those between the ages of 30 and 44 supported Biden. This age group is one that Republicans are hoping to gain support from. Former President Donald Trump, who is currently the front-runner […]
Voters are the backbone of America
Voters are the backbone of any democratic society. They hold the power to elect leaders who will shape the future of our nation. The act of voting is not only a fundamental right but also a civic duty that allows citizens to actively participate in the decision-making process. We explore the importance of voters in […]
The historic role of Vice President Kamala Harris
Vice President Kamala Harris has made history as the first woman, first African American, and first Asian American to hold the second-highest office in the United States. Her ascent to the vice presidency is a testament to her remarkable achievements, dedication, and resilience. We dive deep into the impact and significance of Kamala Harris’s historic […]
How should elected officials be rated?
In a democratic society, politicians play a crucial role in shaping the future of a nation. As citizens, it is our responsibility to evaluate and rate politicians based on their performance and commitment to public service. However, the question arises: how should politicians be rated? We aim to explore the criteria that should be considered […]
New York State political landscape
New York State, often referred to as the Empire State is known for its vibrant and complex political landscape. With a rich history and diverse population, New York State politics have played a significant role in shaping the state’s policies and influencing national politics. Let’s explore the key aspects of New York State politics, including […]