NYPAN Progressive political conference held in Binghamton

BuPipedream.Com Democratic Party reform and money in politics were two central topics of the New York Progressive Action Network’s spring conference held this Sunday at Binghamton High School. Over 300 people gathered at the conference, which featured panels on Social Security and Medicaid, energy democracy and running for public office. Zephyr Teachout, candidate for New…

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Founding Member Christine Pellegrino enters race for 9th Assembly District

Newsday Ed note: Join the volunteer group to help Christine. The special election will be held May 23rd, 1017. Democrats on Wednesday made a last-minute candidate switch in the special election for the Ninth District Assembly seat, choosing Christine Pellegrino, a local teacher and leader in the Opt Out movement that opposes Common Core testing in…

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Activists in Huntington get schooled in running for office

TBRNewsMedia By Victoria Espinoza Activism is on the rise in the aftermath of the 2016 election on the North Shore and beyond, though at an event in Huntington concerned citizens signed up to do more than carry signs and initiate chants. On Saturday, March 11, more than 100 people gathered at Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of…

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3rd Sunday Schmooze at the Commack Open Mic – March edition

Full Information… March 19 2017 Link for more information Network and meet other progressives — meet old and new friends — every third Sunday night! Everyone is welcome!   * Wrap up your weekend with fun and friends!   * 7PM – 10:00 PM – FREE admission * Newly renovated and clean pub with plenty…

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