Fighting for hardworking New Yorkers
Kevin McCarthy, Brandon Williams Make a Show of Visiting Factory Bolstered by Legislation They Both Opposed
SYRACUSE, NEW YORK — Last Wednesday, House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and Rep. Brandon Williams toured JMA Wireless’ new 5G equipment factory before attending a high-dollar fundraiser for Williams’ reelection campaign. The politicians held up JMA Wireless as an example of American companies building critical technology in the United States. While it's nice for McCarthy and Williams to show up to celebrate the successes of a policy they opposed, New Yorkers need politicians whose interest in creating new, well-paying jobs starts with policy, not pomp.
Empire State Voices Attends the Great New York State Fair!
SYRACUSE, NEW YORK — Yesterday, Empire State Voices attended the Great New York State Fair, speaking to local residents about the economic issues most impacting their lives. The nonprofit organization is formally launching its advocacy effort in New York’s 22nd Congressional District next Thursday, August 31st, drawing attention to Congressman Brandon Williams’ record of prioritizing corporations and the ultra-wealthy over his own constituents.
Molinaro, McCarthy, and Millionaires: Congressman Invites Far- Right House Speaker to Meet With His Biggest Donors
SULLIVAN COUNTY, NEW YORK — This evening, Congressman Molinaro is holding a fundraiser with Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy. The Congressman will host a private reception before the event, with VIP tickets starting at $1,000. Rep. Molinaro’s invite to Speaker McCarthy, whom he votes with over 90% of the time, is just another reminder of how aligned he actually is with the far-right agenda of congressional Republicans.
Empire State Voices Unveils New Billboard Ahead of NY State Fair, McCarthy Fundraiser, Highlighting Rep. Williams’ Record of Fighting for Rich Donors
SYRACUSE, NEW YORK — Empire State Voices (ESV) has unveiled a new billboard targeting Representative Brandon Williams along I-690 in Syracuse, just outside the New York State Fair. The billboard, which will run for the next three weeks, calls on local residents to contact Rep. Williams and voice their opposition to the upcoming GOP Tax Scam.
One Year After the Inflation Reduction Act Passage, Rep. Marc Molinaro Voted to Repeal Programs Creating Jobs in His District
NEW YORK — As Americans celebrated the anniversary of the Inflation Reduction Act becoming law, Republicans are trying to take credit for the positive outcomes of the landmark legislation. Since its passing, investments from the Inflation Reduction Act have spurred over $100 billion in private investment across New York alone, helping create more than 13,500 high-paying jobs.
On The Inflation Reduction Act Anniversary, Empire State Voices Thanks Rep. Gregory Meeks
QUEENS, NEW YORK — Today, Empire State Voices and constituents commemorated the anniversary of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) by delivering a cake to Rep. Gregory Meeks’ district office, House Democrat for the 5th Congressional district, to thank him for his vote in favor of the IRA.
The Inflation Reduction Act: A Year of Success That New York House Republicans Are Desperate to Repeal
NEW YORK — One year ago today, President Biden signed the Inflation Reduction Act, improving healthcare coverage and lowering prescription drug costs for tens of millions of Americans and kicking off the largest investment in climate change action in history by incentivizing clean energy projects around the country.
Social Security: 88 Years of Protecting Seniors, 88 Years of Republican Opposition
NEW YORK — Today marks the 88th anniversary of the creation of Social Security, which serves as a vital lifeline for tens of millions of seniors and their families every year. President Roosevelt signed the Social Security Act on August 14th, 1935, creating what would become one of the nation's most effective and popular programs.
NEW AD: Empire State Voices Launches New Ad to Hold Rep. Marc Molinaro Accountable for Endangering Medicare, Social Security
NEW YORK — Today, Empire State Voices launched a streaming and broadcast ad to hold Congressman Marc Molinaro accountable for supporting legislation that could lead to large cuts in Social Security and Medicare and voting to make it harder for seniors to access their Medicare benefits.
PHOTOS AND VIDEO: Empire State Voices Joins Long Island Advocacy Groups for Rally Outside Rep. D’Esposito’s Office
LONG ISLAND, NEW YORK — Today, Empire State Voices joined Make the Road New York, New York Communities for Change, Long Island Progressive Coalition, New York Working Families Party, MoveOn, Planned Parenthood of Greater New York, and Bend the Arc Jewish Action for a mock carnival and press conference calling out Rep. Anthony D’Esposito’s support of the extreme MAGA circus in Congress.
One Year In, CHIPS Act Brings Jobs and Hope to Upstate New York
NEW YORK — Today, August 9th, is the one-year anniversary of President Biden signing the CHIPS and Science Act into law. The law is a central part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s Investing in America agenda, aiming to rebuild domestic manufacturing and supply chains while revitalizing local communities with high-paying union jobs.
PHOTOS: Mr. Rigs, “the Corporate Fat Cat,” Pays Rep. Molinaro Another Visit
BINGHAMTON, NEW YORK — Mr. Rigs, “the Corporate Fat Cat,” paid another visit to Rep. Molinaro's Binghamton office yesterday, along with Empire State Voices. Mr. Rigs was ecstatic to visit his best friend, Congressman Marc Molinaro, who has been working hard to improve life for “fat cats” like him.
U.S. Credit Suffers Second-Ever Downgrade, Republican Brinksmanship is to Blame for a Second Time
NEW YORK — The United States’ long-term credit rating was lowered Tuesday, marking only the second-ever downgrade in the nation’s history. Fitch Ratings announced the downgrade from AAA—the highest rating—to AA+, citing “repeated debt limit standoffs and last-minute resolutions.” The downgrade could have significant consequences for the U.S. economy.
Empire State Voices Launches NY-04 Effort Holding Rep. D’Esposito Accountable
LONG ISLAND, NEW YORK — Yesterday, Empire State Voices (ESV) officially launched its advocacy efforts in New York’s 4th Congressional District, hosting local residents for a community conversation about economic issues being ignored by Representative D’Esposito.
58 Years Later, Medicare & Medicaid Are Under Attack For Millions of New Yorkers
NEW YORK — Today, July 30th, marks 58 years since President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Social Security Amendments of 1965, creating Medicare and Medicaid. These programs have been both successful in their impact and incredibly popular, with 78% of Medicaid and 84% of Medicare recipients having favorable views of their respective programs.
Not So Moderate After All: New York GOP Delegation Falls in Line with MAGA Republicans on Extreme NDAA Vote
NEW YORK — House Republicans have passed the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024, tacking on a slew of extreme culture war amendments. Among these controversial measures was an amendment making it harder for military members to access reproductive healthcare. Almost the entire New York Republican delegation voted for the amendment, including Representatives George Santos, Anthony D’Esposito, and Marc Molinaro.
ICYMI: Amid Indictment and Censure Votes, George Santos is Failing to Deliver for His Constituents
NEW YORK — Last week, Roll Call published an article detailing how the office of Representative Santos has struggled to adequately handle constituent services. While Rep. Santos has repeatedly stated that his numerous scandals and indictment will not affect his work serving the people of his district, Roll Call’s investigation found that his office has closed an alarmingly small number of constituent cases in the seven months since he was sworn in.
PHOTOS: On 14th Anniversary of Last Minimum Wage Hike, Mr. Rigs, “the Corporate Fat Cat,” Pays Rep. Molinaro a Visit
BINGHAMTON, NEW YORK — Today, July 24th, Mr. Rigs, “the Corporate Fat Cat,” paid a visit to Representative Marc Molinaro’s Binghamton office, accompanied by his friends at Empire State Voices. Today marks the 14th anniversary of the last increase to the federal minimum wage back in 2009. Since then, the U.S. dollar has lost 30% of its value.
ICYMI: After Repeated Pressure, Rep. Molinaro Announces He Will Vote to Censure George Santos, But Fails to Support Efforts to Expel
NEW YORK — On Tuesday, Representative Marc Molinaro announced that he would vote in favor of a censure resolution against his colleague, Rep. George Santos, which has been introduced by House Democrats. While he has publicly called for Rep. Santos’ resignation, Molinaro joined Republicans back in May to delay an effort to expel the indicted Congressman.
June’s Consumer Price Index bodes well for working New Yorkers
NEW YORK – Today, The Bureau of Labor Statistics released June’s Consumer Price Index data, showing inflation has slowed to just 0.2 percent. These positive trendlines come nearly a year after the Inflation Reduction Act went into effect, following the implementation of the CHIPS and Science Act and the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.