Sentences with phrase «on constituents behalf»
Doesn't it make sense that the wreaths that MPs lay as official duties and doing so on constituents behalf should be paid for by constituents?
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«At the highest level, this is what Congress does best: spank executives in public on behalf of their constituents,» said Paul Rosenzweig, a senior fellow at the R Street Institute.
Gun violence has torn up many communities across the country, mainly due to negligence on behalf of local and national government to properly regulate access to guns, ignorance to their constituents» varying situations, and willingness to take money from organizations that very clearly do not have the best intentions for the future of the United States.
Yesterday, it produced several letters from NDP MPs advocating on behalf of constituents who wanted to hire foreign workers.
But I work very hard on behalf of my constituents.
Vote for someone who will act on behalf of their constituents — not be dictated to by Flanagan.
But Sen. Patrick Gallivan, a Buffalo Republican, said during a CapTon interview last night that he and his colleagues are going to put politics aside and continue working on behalf of their constituents, regardless of what the governor has done.
«I am looking forward to a complete and full recovery in a matter of weeks and eagerly anticipate resuming my regular active senate schedule on behalf of my constituents and throughout a busy campaign season.»
Felder, an observant Jew whose district includes many Orthodox Jewish voters, said his constituents «don't agree» with a lot of what two of the state's top Democrats — Gov. Andrew Cuomo and NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio — have been saying in the wake of Donald Trump's election, pledging to fight on behalf of liberal values and maintain a sort of safe haven for the left in New York.
«But I was elected to parliament to exercise my judgment on behalf of the people I represent... So whenever the election comes I will tell my constituents, with a clear conscience, that I stood up for my convictions, and what I believe to be their best interests.»
· Amend The Penal Law To Prohibit Undisclosed Self - Dealing By Public Officials: To address the Supreme Court's decision in Skilling, which severely hampered the federal government's ability to prosecute cases involving deprivation of «honest services» by public officials, New York State should enact a felony - level crime of «Undisclosed Self - Dealing» to target public officials who further their own financial self - interest while purporting to be acting on behalf of their constituents or government employer.
Over 100 family members, constituents and lobbyists wrote letters on behalf of the disgraced former Assembly speaker, Silver himself apologized in a letter, and his lawyers pleaded for mercy.
I spoke on behalf of constituents affected by spina bifida during yesterday's debate on folic acid.
At SparkInfluence, we look at a lot of Senate and House websites when delivering constituent messages on behalf of clients.
That Gregory Meeks guy really grinds my gears, said Comrie who is said to be one of the nicest guys in politics that works diligently on behalf of his constituents.
Her fierce advocacy on behalf of the people of Huron and all of Wayne County following the Lake Ontario flooding disaster was remarkable, but she truly has a shining record of fighting for all of her constituents and serving her community well.
«The NRCC stands squarely behind each of them and will work tirelessly on their behalf to ensure their important voices continue to represent their constituents,» the Ohio Republican said.
By Sian Norris On Wednesday, SNP MP Hannah Bardell asked the prime minister to intervene on behalf of her constituent Lola Ilesanmi, who currently faces deportation to Nigeria where her three - year - old daughter is at risk of female genital mutilation (FGMOn Wednesday, SNP MP Hannah Bardell asked the prime minister to intervene on behalf of her constituent Lola Ilesanmi, who currently faces deportation to Nigeria where her three - year - old daughter is at risk of female genital mutilation (FGMon behalf of her constituent Lola Ilesanmi, who currently faces deportation to Nigeria where her three - year - old daughter is at risk of female genital mutilation (FGM).
«To Peter Grant I make this pledge: I will work with you in your role as council leader to do the best I can with you on behalf of the constituents and I pledge my support for you if you stand up to the SNP government in Edinburgh to tell them to stop slashing budgets across Scotland.
The next day, the following letter was posted to the CEO of the local council: «I write on behalf of my constituent, Mr A. Mr A alleges that his neighbour at [address], Ms X, is deliberately encouraging her cats to «trespass... and defecate» on his property.
QUEENS, NY — Borough President Melinda Katz issued the following statement in recognition of former Deputy Borough President Leroy Comrie's inauguration today as a New York State Senator: «Leroy Comrie is an exceptional public servant with a tireless work ethic and a proven track record of working on behalf of the interests of his constituents,» Borough President -LSB-...]
I wish Simcha great success on working on behalf of his constituents that have elected him.
«We voted in the same way as we did for the Social Services Bill, and rather than blindly letting things pass, we will continue to be a strong opposition, fighting on behalf of our constituents.»
We will face many significant challenges this year and I trust the Legislature will once again work together on behalf of our constituents.
When an elected official shows strength and assertiveness on behalf of his constituents, he's a fighter.
That is what constituents should expect — not corrupt individuals who are working on their own behalf — of the behalf of their family!
Mr Maclean had claimed that the amendment to the Freedom of Information Act was so that MPs could enjoy a level confidentiality with their constituents: «When we write on behalf of constituents... we must be able to look them in the eye and say that in all circumstances what they tell us will not get out,» he told MPs.
My constituents are angry and they have every right to be and I will continue to speak up on their behalf.
«When we write on behalf of constituents... we must be able to look them in the eye and say that in all circumstances what they tell us will not get out,» he told MPs.
amNY to Gov. Andrew Cuomo and legislative leaders: «On behalf of your constituents, we've had it.
As the next assemblyman, I am firmly committed to spearheading the causes of education reform and government accountability on behalf of my constituents.
Please, on behalf of your constituents, make a thorough investigation and report on the deliberations on this matter by the UCPB.
The real goal is to pick the public's pocket on behalf of the constituent organizations of the WFP coalition.
Chris Huhne's barrister John Kelsey - Fry QC is now on his feet and has apologised on behalf of Huhne to his constituents, colleagues, and the court.
Erie County Legislator Kevin R. Hardwick has submitted a victim impact statement to Judge William M. Skretny on behalf of thousands of his constituents in Grand Island and the Tonawandas who have been negatively affected by emissions from the Tonawanda Coke Corporation.
Simply put, we need to act now on behalf of our constituents,» he said.
«I am humbled to serve my constituents and I look forward to seeking the Democratic nomination so that I can continue to work tirelessly on their behalf.»
At the hearing, Silver's defense attorneys repeatedly called attention to those years of public service and the numerous letters that were sent on his behalf, which they said showed all the good he had done for his constituents.
The committee wrote: «We feel strongly.that the measures contained in the bill, which would protect the confidentially of MPs correspondence on behalf of constituents, are worthy of support.»
We in the Council will seek forward looking answers on behalf of our constituents.
It might make Albany a lonely place for me sometimes, but my constituents deserve a voice that will speak out on their behalf, no matter what the consequences.»
«I appreciate the governor's pledge and made it clear on behalf of my constituents that I will hold him to it,» de Blasio said.
Weprin defended his use of the printing privilege, saying he would have been accused of being unresponsive to his constituents if he had not updated them about what he was doing on their behalf in Albany.?
For example, we provide full information on all the sitting MEPs seeking re-election and show how hard - working they have been in Brussels on their constituents» behalf, how they have voted on major EP decisions, and how much party loyalty or independent thinking they have shown in how they voted.
Nathan Kelly, an associate professor of political science at the University of Tennessee, said such actions on behalf of constituents have become a better measure of productivity in the 113th Congress.
«I will continue to advocate against the closure of the Lackawanna Branch on behalf of my constituents and hope that we can save this branch and other local postal facilities.»
Silverstein, a state committee member and a candidate for the seat currently held by Halloran, said he spoke on behalf of the constituents,
He continued, «I intend to hit the ground running on January 1 and work with both sides of the aisle on behalf of my constituents.
«I made a promise to my constituents to focus on my work on their behalf in Congress and that is what I'm 100 percent focused on,» Stefanik said.
«While I could not pass up the unique opportunity to lead a non-profit organization that does so many wonderful things for our city and aligns so fully with my beliefs, I will miss working on behalf of my constituents and with many people I have come to love and respect.»