BY: Keith S. Shikowitz, Investigative Reporter Judge Darren Epstein is committed to continuing his work as Clarkstown justice. He is running for re-election this November, driven by what he says, is a genuine commitment to fairness and community service. Epstein, who was appointed to replace former Clarktown Justice David Ascher, faces off against Democrat Keith … [Read more...] about EPSTEIN AND BRAUNFOTEL BATTLE FOR JUDICIARY SEAT IN CLARKSTOWN
Election 2024
WEBER SEEKS 2ND TERM IN THE 38TH SENATE DISTRICT part 1
BY: Keith S. Shikowitz, Investigative Reporter Being a political figure, especially when you are the incumbent, carries a lot of weight and takes up much of your day. Your time is always in demand from many different agencies and organizations. Sometimes scheduling conflicts prevent you from attending an event that you were informed of after you already have another event … [Read more...] about WEBER SEEKS 2ND TERM IN THE 38TH SENATE DISTRICT part 1
MELNICK SEEKS TO RETAKE 38TH DISTRICT SENATE SEAT PART 1
BY: Keith S. Shikowitz, Investigative Reporter Factors that go into winning an election range from personality, good advertising of the candidate, knowledge of the issues which the constituents feel are important and which way the political winds are blowing at the time. In 2020 the political winds favored Elijah Reichlin Melnick over Bill Weber. After the redistricting … [Read more...] about MELNICK SEEKS TO RETAKE 38TH DISTRICT SENATE SEAT PART 1
MCGOWAN SEEKS SECOND TERM IN ASSEMBLY 97TH PART 1
BY: Keith S. Shikowitz, Investigative Reporter Four years ago, now Congressman Mike Lawler flipped the 97th Assembly District to Republican control. Two years ago, Lawler made a successful run for Congress and John McGowan was able to run for and maintain Republican control of the seat. Now he seeks to be reelected. McGowan Has an extensive resume’ in the legal field … [Read more...] about MCGOWAN SEEKS SECOND TERM IN ASSEMBLY 97TH PART 1
MCGOWAN SEEKS SECOND TERM IN ASSEMBLY 97TH PART 2
BY: Keith S. Shikowitz, Investigative Reporter Another major issue along with the immigration, is safety, the No Bail laws. Now you were in the county legislature when the No Bail laws were passed up in New York. Over 400 crimes are taken off the judge's ability to post bail for these criminals. You had one criminal who robbed seven banks in New York City and the seventh … [Read more...] about MCGOWAN SEEKS SECOND TERM IN ASSEMBLY 97TH PART 2