Sentences with phrase «york as a national leader»

The forum is part of the Governor's 2018 State of the State proposal to establish New York as a national leader in industrial hemp research, production and processing.

Mark Dunlea says Cuomo has positioned New York as a national leader on climate change, but «his goals are weaker in several ways than those adopted seven years ago» by former Gov. David Paterson.

Cuomo made no mention of the other planks of his Democracy Agenda at Wednesday's celebratory event, where he positioned New York as a national leader.

«We applaud Governor Cuomo and his administration for their vision and leadership in adopting the Clean Energy Standard, which made possible this agreement that has saved thousands of jobs, brought reinvestment of hundreds of millions of dollars and positioned New York as a national leader in clean energy,» Exelon President and CEO Chris Cane said in a press release.

Gov. Andrew Cuomo called the decision a «bold action» that positions New York as a national leader in the clean energy economy.

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Topics included: early reporting on inaccuracies in the articles of The New York Times's Judith Miller that built support for the invasion of Iraq; the media campaign to destroy UN chief Kofi Annan and undermine confidence in multilateral solutions; revelations by George Bush's biographer that as far back as 1999 then - presidential candidate Bush already spoke of wanting to invade Iraq; the real reason Bush was grounded during his National Guard days — as recounted by the widow of the pilot who replaced him; an article published throughout the world that highlighted the West's lack of resolve to seriously pursue the genocidal fugitive Bosnian Serb leader Radovan Karadzic, responsible for the largest number of European civilian deaths since World War II; several investigations of allegations by former members concerning the practices of Scientology; corruption in the leadership of the nation's largest police union; a well - connected humanitarian relief organization operating as a cover for unauthorized US covert intervention abroad; detailed evidence that a powerful congressional critic of Bill Clinton and Al Gore for financial irregularities and personal improprieties had his own track record of far more serious transgressions; a look at the practices and values of top Democratic operative and the clients they represent when out of power in Washington; the murky international interests that fueled both George W. Bush's and Hillary Clinton's presidential campaigns; the efficacy of various proposed solutions to the failed war on drugs; the poor - quality televised news program for teens (with lots of advertising) that has quietly seeped into many of America's public schools; an early exploration of deceptive practices by the credit card industry; a study of ecosystem destruction in Irian Jaya, one of the world's last substantial rain forests.

At 1 p.m., New York's first industrial hemp research forum will bring together growers, business owners, researchers, regulators and others to discuss ways of strengthening the State's position as a national leader in this emerging industry, Stocking Hall Room 148, 411 Tower Rd. Ithaca.

«New York is well positioned to become a national leader in the clean energy economy as we continue to use green technology to lay the foundation for economic recovery and prosperity.

develop up to 2.4 gigawatts of energy by 2030 — «unparallelled,» adding that the program «will create new, high - paying jobs, reduce our carbon footprint, establish a new, reliable source of energy for millions of New Yorkers, and solidify New York's status as a national clean energy leader.»

«By investing in New York's transportation network today and equipping it to meet the challenges of tomorrow, we are cementing our state's position as a national leader in 21st century infrastructure and cutting - edge innovation,» Governor Cuomo said.

At this year's address, Cuomo called New York's offshore wind program — in which the governor has committed to develop up to 2.4 gigawatts of energy by 2030 — «unparallelled,» adding that the program «will create new, high - paying jobs, reduce our carbon footprint, establish a new, reliable source of energy for millions of New Yorkers, and solidify New York's status as a national clean energy leader.»

PROPOSAL 13: Launch a «Right Priorities» initiative to further New York's status as a national leader in criminal justice and re-entry reforms.

«Buffalo's economic renaissance continues with Tesla and Panasonic's agreement,» Gov. Cuomo said in a Monday statement, adding the deal «further cements Western New York's position as a national leader in clean power technology and cutting - edge innovation.»

The Governor also unveiled the «Open Doors Campaign,» a new promotional effort highlighting New York's longstanding role as a national leader in the fight for LGBT rights, freedom and social justice.

«Thanks to many in this room, New York City has established itself as a national leader on immigration policy,» Ms. Mark - Viverito said during a speech this morning at Cardozo Law School.

Our investments across the region continue to bear fruit, and this agreement further cements Western New York's position as a national leader in clean power technology and cutting - edge innovation,» he said.

The Governor also unveiled the «Open Doors Campaign,» a new promotional effort highlighting New York's role as a national leader in the fight for LGBT rights, freedom and social justice.

The Boy Scouts» New York chapter has hired the nation's first openly gay Eagle Scout as a summer camp leader in public contrast to the national scouting organization's ban on openly gay adult members.

In an interview on «The John Gambling Show» on AM 970 The Answer that aired on Tuesday, Patric J. Lynch, president of the PBA, discussed the failure of local and national leaders to stand up for police officers, as well as the need for New York City to pay its police officers a competitive wage.

On Wednesday November 19, 2014, the leaders and members from the major New York City LGBT political clubs met jointly at the LGBT Center in Manhattan to discuss the results of the 2014 election, issues and strategies for the 2015 session in Albany, as well as issues on the national level for the 2015/2016 session of Congress and beyond.

PHILADELPHIA — New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio has struggled during the past year as he has sought to position himself as a national leader in the left wing of the Democratic Party and influence the 2016 presidential election.

Now Loeb's racially charged comment about a black state senator threatens to become an unwelcome distraction as Success seeks to expand its footprint in New York and as Moskowitz works to cement her status as a national leader on education reform with a new book.

«New York's unparalleled commitment to offshore wind power will create new, high - paying jobs, reduce our carbon footprint, establish a new, reliable source of energy for millions of New Yorkers, and solidify New York's status as a national clean energy leader,» Mr. Cuomo said.

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The National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) today released the following joint statement from House Republican Leader John Boehner, House Republican Whip Eric Cantor, and NRCC Chairman Pete Sessions regarding the the special election in New York's 23rd Congressional District: «As the House stands on the cusp of the forthcoming vote on a trillion - dollar healthcare reform measure, it is vital that we unify behind a candidate that will support reining in massive government spending and work with Republicans in Congress to restore fiscal sanity and propose thoughtful measures to get our nation's economy on the right track.

At the end of last month, Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie — one of the most powerful Democrats in the Bronx and across New York State — announced his support for Blake, a sign that the once - unfriendly County machine was starting to warm up to the idea of him as a national party leader.

This is about continuing New York's legacy as a national leader on economic justice, and I am proud to be leading the fight again this year.»

Queens Congresswoman Grace Meng's bid to win re-election as one of the Democratic National Committee's five vice chairs picked up a slew of endorsements from New York's delegation to D.C. today, along with backing from influential state leaders.

At the end of last month, Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie — one of the most influential Democrats in the Bronx and across New York State — endorsed Blake, the latest sign the formerly chilly County machine was cozying up to the idea of the assemblyman as a national party leader.

«If people outside this state are taking notice, all that means is that New York has reclaimed its mantle as a progressive national leader,» Azzopardi said.

If implemented, the governor's commitments will put New York on the map as a national leader — reducing dangerous climate pollution while advancing opportunities to harness the environmental and economic benefits provided by a forward - thinking renewable energy economy.

Not only has the trial of former Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver begun, but the trial of former Majority Leader Dean Skelos is set to begin next week; and, there was the recent release of a report by a state ethics review commission calling for changes as well as a national study assessing state government accountability and transparency giving New York a «D -» grade.

Ms. Noerdlinger's boyfriend problem is just more grist for the mill for Mr. Mullins and other union leaders, who are spinning the idea that the mayor's reforms are making the city less safe — Mr. Mullins going so far as to place a paid advertisement in newspapers urging the Democratic National Convention not to come to town because New York is «lurching backwards to the bad old days of high crime, danger - infested public spaces, and families that walk our streets worried for their safety.»

«It will stimulate manufacturing, create jobs and ensure that state taxpayer dollars are used first and foremost for the benefit of New York workers, as well as our state and national economy,» the AFL - CIO leader said.

His knowledge and dedication will help New York reclaim its place as a national pro-business leader and center for job creation.

«They should've had a primary,» the former Republican National Committee chairman said of the ill - fated decision by local party leaders in upstate New York to anoint Dede Scozzafava as the establishment choice in Tuesday's special election.

Once a source of national leaders of both political parties, New York state has descended into a bizarre, riveting spectacle of corruption and political debasement, with its governor facing calls to resign as well as new charges of accepting illicit perks and lying under oath, the dean of its congressional delegation giving up his gavel over corruption charges and another House member announcing he won't run again amid allegations of sexual harassment.

After many years working as a senior leader in schools supporting staff development, I took a role with the National STEM Learning Network in York.

The nonprofit New Leaders for New Schools, founded in New York City in 2000, has trained 431 principals who are now serving as leaders in urban schools and plans to build a 2,000 - person national principal corps bLeaders for New Schools, founded in New York City in 2000, has trained 431 principals who are now serving as leaders in urban schools and plans to build a 2,000 - person national principal corps bleaders in urban schools and plans to build a 2,000 - person national principal corps by 2018.

As national leadership development strategist for NYCLA, Gutierrez works to build leadership capacity with current and aspiring principal supervisors in 12 states across the U.S.. Also a national leadership development strategist, Polo - McKenna splits her time between coaching school leaders and leadership teams nationally and working on the federal i3 grant - funded Teaming Model project, which pairs aspiring principals and assistant principals and places them as teams in struggling New York schoolAs national leadership development strategist for NYCLA, Gutierrez works to build leadership capacity with current and aspiring principal supervisors in 12 states across the U.S.. Also a national leadership development strategist, Polo - McKenna splits her time between coaching school leaders and leadership teams nationally and working on the federal i3 grant - funded Teaming Model project, which pairs aspiring principals and assistant principals and places them as teams in struggling New York schoolas teams in struggling New York schools.

Despite the reticence of most school leaders, outlets such as This American Life and The New York Times are giving national coverage to disputes over school - zone boundaries.

Earlier investments of nearly $ 3 million in this personalized learning portfolio include Rocketship, a national network of blended learning schools seeking to eliminate the achievement gap in low - income neighborhoods, New York City's School of One blending learning model upon which New Classrooms is based, and CFY, a national nonprofit organization that runs the acclaimed online learning platform, PowerMyLearning.com, which provides students, teachers, parents and school leaders with free online access to pre-screened digital learning activities produced by third parties, as well as consumer ratings.

She collaborates with Teacher Centers, school districts, higher education, New York State United Teachers (NYSUT), and the State Education Department to increase awareness about National Board Certification, provide candidate support, and promote NBC as part of the teacher - leader continuum.

The New York Academy of Art is mounting Figurative Diaspora in its role as a national leader in the promotion and preservation of progressive figurative art.

But there was incredible political momentum coming out of the climate summit in New York where about 60 national leaders endorsed the need for a long - term goal as part of the Paris agreement and that number is continuing to grow.

Judicial leaders, such as Chief Judge Judith Kaye, who served on New York state's high court for 25 years, organized a national symposium on the need to «keep kids in school and out of court.»