Sentences with phrase «as your state senator»
Prior to serving as a state senator for the last three years, Lesko was a state representative for six years.
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During his ten years as state senator and four as attorney general, Earley spent most of his time «working on how to put more people in jail and keeping them there longer,» he said in a speech at the Washington Convention Center.
Harrison served as a state senator and on the board of education of Barrow County, Ga., for 24 years.
«I'm not looking to champion his re-election as a state senator on the Independence line,» Long said of Grisanti.
As a state senator, Lee has proven himself to be a man of his word, fighting tirelessly to uphold those values and fulfill his campaign promises — cutting onerous taxes and fees, creating jobs and protecting our veterans.»
«I am honored that my neighbors have elected me to deliver for Long Island and clean up Albany as their State Senator,» Kaminsky said in a statement.
Obama, who as a state senator checked a box acknowledging support for same - sex marriage, later fell back to what at the time was the politically safer position of supporting civil unions.
«If Todd Kaminsky can't run for political office without neglecting his official legislative duties, how can we expect him to handle the myriad of issues facing Long Island as a State Senator?»
He'll do the same thing for you as state senator.»
As State Senator, I look forward to expanding upon his tremendous efforts and continuing our partnership.»
An unusually aggressive Donovan portrayed Schneiderman as part of the Albany problem, and criticized him for not doing more to stamp out corruption as state Senator.
Tony Avella has worked his whole life on the public payroll with do nothing positions with Mayor Dinkins, Senator Stavisky, City Council, and now as State Senator so it's easy to understand how he doesn't grasp the need for private sector development and job creation.
Gentile first entered public office as a state senator representing parts of Brooklyn and Staten Island in 1997, but lost his seat to then - Councilman Martin Golden in 2002.
Before ascending to New York State's top post, Paterson served as State Senator representing Northern Manhattan, home to one of the country's largest Dominican populations.
As a state senator battling for re-election in 2002, he voted against the Sexual Orientation Non-Discrimination Act, which barred business and property owners from firing or evicting gays and lesbians on the basis of their identity.
As a state senator, Schneiderman led he successful effort to oust Sen. Hiram Monserrate, who has been found guilty of misdemeanors connected to the assault of his girlfriend.
«The residents of the 46th District need a representative who is in touch with the needs and values of the community, and I look forward to continuing to serve as their State Senator.»
Martins served three terms as a state senator until last year, when instead of seeking re-election, he ran for the House seat vacated by former Democratic Rep. Steve Israel.
For her part, Ms. Meng had her own endorsements to announce today, including Council Members James Gennaro, Peter Vallone and James Vacca, as well as State Senator Tony Avella.
Gentile, who served as State Senator for three terms starting in 1996, swapped seats with CM Marty Golden when Golden defeated him in his 2002 bid for a fourth term, and has served since then.
As a state senator Gentile represented part of Staten Island, albeit before Donovan was elected to office.
Federal prosecutors claim that Libous lied about using his influence as a state senator to boost his son's salary at a Westchester law firm.
Schneiderman represented the Upper West Side as a state senator.
It has been a pleasure to serve with him for eleven years now, and while I will miss him in the Assembly, I look forward to continuing to work with him as our State Senator.»
«We are hopeful as state senators continue to hear from local job creators, that they will understand the negative impact of right to work,» Lyons said.
Sources tell the Observer that, while still serving as a state senator representing Upper Manhattan in 2015, Espaillat sought to block a resolution put up by Assemblywoman Rodneyse Bichotte condemning the Dominican Republic's mass denationalization campaign.
Wright challenged Espaillat to do the same as the state senator had repeatedly run for Congress only to return to the state Senate.
Legislators must go back to the drawing board as State Senator David Carlucci has officially rebuffed a proposal from the Rockland County Legislature to raise the Rockland portion of the sales tax in order to reduce the county's deficit.
Local elected officials, such as State Senator Gustavo Rivera, Assemblymember Gabriela Rosa, and Councilmember Robert Jackson collaborated on a speak - out and engaged the youths in dialogue.
As State Senator, Sara will fight for clean, renewable energy.
Morning education sessions will focus on the state of immigrants in New York and feature panelists from the Mayor's Office of Immigrant Affairs as well as State Senator Jose Peralta.
(Some, including Assembly members Harry Bronson, Aravella Simotas and Tony Jordan as well as State Senator Mark Grisanti and the chamber's mainstream Democrats, complied with the subpoenas.)
«That is why today I reaffirm to constituents here in District 37 that I will continue to serve as their State Senator and battle the status quo of Tallahassee politics.
In fact, Staten Island has no problem electing Democrats on the local level, as State Senator Diane Savino and Assemblymen Michael Cusick and Matt Titone could attest.
It's the latest addition to a sparkling resume that includes service as a state senator, United Nations ambassador, commissioner of the Port Authority and the state Division of Human Rights, president of the New York City Board of Education, and the first African - American elected state comptroller.
She has been seeking ways to help the plant since she became first selectman in 2007 and then in a simultaneous position as state senator since January 2013.
Recall that the Gov. Andrew Cuomo suggested that his successor may not be able to defend the suit, given Schneiderman's role in shaping the legislation as a state senator.
In a statement released late Monday night, Schneiderman — who previously served as state senator and was first elected as attorney general in 2010 — announced that he would resign on Tuesday.
As a state senator from New Haven for more than two decades, Toni Harp certainly had a good understanding of Elm City issues when she became leader of New Haven in January 2014.
While the Syracuse - area Republican has been a successful fundraiser as a state senator, it pales in comparison to the governor's haul.
«As a State Senator, I've fought to make life better for them and all families by cutting taxes, creating jobs and growing our economy.
As State Senator, I will fight alongside the League of Conservation Voters for the future of our children and grandchildren.»
I'm calling you on behalf of my nephew; actually my great nephew, Todd Kaminsky, who is running for reelection as your State Senator,» Brooks says in the call.
As State Senator, I will always choose the safety of our children and communities over pandering to extremists like the NRA and corporate gun lobby.»
The ad also gives credit to Zeldin as a state senator that he «successfully led the fight» to partially repeal the MTA payroll tax and that he «led the fight» against Obamacare in the chamber.
As your State Senator, I will fight for real ethics reforms that will restore faith in our State Government.»
«As a state senator, he led efforts to pass the Clinic Anti-Violence Act and a law requiring emergency contraception to be made available to victims of sexual assault.»
«We are proud to endorse Jackson for his dedication to our issues and look forward to working with him as a state senator in Albany.»
I will be honored to lead the way as a State Senator,» Esposito said.
He's going to have to account for his abysmal record as a state senator.»