Friday, December 21, 2012

Warren County Democrats:  2012 Year In Review

A look back at the eventful year of 2012 for Warren County Democrats!  From the beginning it was a busy one but on Election Day it proved to be a great day for Democrats, despite some local disappointments:  we reelected Barack Obama, Kristen Gillibrand and Bill Owens.  As a party we gained seats in both houses of Congress and the legislature, and pass progressive initiatives all over the country.   We salute our local candidates Dennis Tarantino and Carrie Woerner for their great efforts, which made lasting changes in the political landscape of the North Country!



Warren County Chair Lynne Boecher opens the committee meeting in March



Supreme Court Candidate, and now Supreme Court Justice, Christine Clark, addresses the committee



Lynne Boecher addresses the Warren-Washington County Democratic Women's Luncheon May 18th



Supreme Court candidate and county Chairs John Silvestri, Sheila Comar, Lynne Boecher, Christine Clark and Jeff Wait



Assembly Candidate Dennis Tarantino launches his campaign in June at the Glens Falls Crandall Library



A large crowd listens to Den's kick-off



Congressman Bill Owens, former Congressman Scott Murphy, and Assembly candidate Dennis Tarantino at Gillibrand fundraiser for Owens in August at the Fort William Henry


Rep. Bill Owens, Lynne Boecher and Clinton County Chair Marty Mannix 



Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand is greeted by Johnsburg supervisor Ron Vanselow


Former Glens Falls Councilman At Large Dick Dudley and State Committeewoman Pat Dudley talk to Kirsten 





In September Democrats were out in force at the Adirondack Balloon Festival: here Glens Falls Mayor Jack Diamond and candidate Dennis Tarantino 



Assembly Candidate Dennis Tarantino tells Gov. Cuomo about the race as Lynne Boecher and Councilman At Large Dan Hall listen




The next day Governor Cuomo and Sandra Lee visited the Balloon Festival and were shown around by Lynne Boecher



Gov. Cuomo and kids



At the Taste of the North Country festival Bill Owens meets up with Dennis Tarantino on the steps of Glens Falls CIty Hall


The big moment as Den Tarantino casts his ballot


Warren County Treasurer Dave O'Brien puts out signs on ELection Day 


County Chair Lynne Boecher hands out candy on Election Day to Poll workers


County Chair Lynne Boecher hands out candy on Election Day to Poll workers



And let's not forget, despite some local decisions, that it was a great night for Democrats as Barack Obama was reelected!

Tuesday, November 6, 2012

114th Assembly District Candidate Dennis Tarantino was out early this morning to vote and thank election workers while later in the morning Warren County Chair Lynne Boecher and Treasurer Dave O'Brien were visiting voters and planting signs before heading to the West Glens Falls firehouse polling station on the first stop thanking election inspectors with a candy gift.














Monday, October 29, 2012

Nearly Word-For-Word And Passes It Off As His Own

Dan Stec Copies Another Politician’s Personal Story Nearly Word-For-Word And Passes It Off As His Own

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 Press Release
 
For Immediate Release
 
Oct.  29, 2012
 
 
 Dan Stec Copies Another Politician’s Personal Story Nearly Word-For-Word And Passes It Off As His Own
 
Assembly candidate Dennis Tarantino today criticized his opponent, Dan Stec, for copying almost word-for-word the story on a 2010 mailer sent out by Assemblyman Ken Blankenbush that outlined Blankenbush’s inspiration for seeking public office. (Files To Follow.)
 
“Copying  such a very personal story is disturbing,” said Tarantino.  “Being a good Assemblyman is about more than issues, party labels and records – it’s about independence and credibility.  When you can’t even count on a candidate telling his own story about why he’s running, then you can’t count on him to vote against raising taxes or his own salary.   Copying Ken Blankenbush’s old mailer shows Dan Stec is a predictable career politician, trying to pass off another person’s work as his own.” 
 
Stec’s mailer uses the headline, “The biggest reason Dan Stec wants to be your next Assemblyman is inside his wallet” and copies a story from Blankenbush’s 2010 mailer  along with an images of pictures in the same wallet.  In that mailer Blankenbush stated his deep concern about his grandchildren’s future motivated him to run for office.   Stec’s mailer copied that message, only substituting his children.  
 
“How hard is it to tell your own personal story?”   Tarantino said.  “He’s a good parent and I’m a good parent.   But you will always be able to trust me to do what’s right and honest.”     
 
Dennis Tarantino is running on a platform of reducing the tax burden, bringing more good-paying  jobs to the area and improving the quality of life for North Country families. 
 
More information can be found at www.dentarantino.com. 
 
 
 
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Contact:   Larry Dudley
518-538-0565

The New 114th Assembly District

Warren, Washington, Essex & Saratoga Counties


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Tuesday, October 23, 2012

Press Release: PEF Endorses Tarantino For Assembly

Press Release:  PEF Endorses Tarantino
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Press Release
 
For Immediate Release
 
October 23th, 2012
 
Tarantino Endorsed By Public Employees Federation 
 
 
The Public Employees Federation of New York has endorsed New York State Assembly candidate Dennis Tarantino in his race for the open seat in the new 114th District.    
 
PEF represents 56,000 professional, scientific, and technical public employees of the state of New York. The union is one of the largest local white collar labor organizations in the United States and is New York's second-largest state-employee union.  PEF also represents employees who work in private-sector jobs and local government agencies. 
 
In response to the endorsement, Tarantino said, “This is a very important endorsement, both for the size of PEF’s memberships, many of whom live in the 114th District, and the vital role they play in New York State Government.  PEF and its members will be important partners in the new year.”
 
 
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Contact:   Larry Dudley
518-538-0565

The New 114th Assembly District

Warren, Washington, Essex & Saratoga Counties


Visit us online at www.dentarantino.com 
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Friday, October 19, 2012

Press Release: Assembly Candidate Dennis Tarantino Speaks Out On Hiking Fees

Assembly Candidate Dennis Tarantino Speaks Out On Hiking Fees

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For Immediate Release

 

October 12th, 2012

 

Assembly Candidate Dennis Tarantino Speaks Out On Hiking Fees

 

 

Dennis Tarantino, candidate for the New York State Assembly, 114th District, today released the following statement on proposed fees for hikers in the Adirondack Park.

“Our natural resources should be accessible to the entire population, regardless of their economic status. The proposal to charge a fee for the use of public hiking trails in Essex County is just another tax on families who are already struggling in this difficult economy. “

“We need to promote the North Country’s natural resources as an affordable recreation option, especially at this time of year, as visitors flock to the North County to take in the foliage. In addition to hurting families, this proposed fee would have a devastating impact on our local economy, as small businesses would suffer from the loss of revenue generated by the tourism industry.”

 

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Contact:   Larry Dudley

Ldudley@nycap.rr.com

518-538-0565

www.dentarantino.com

www.facebook.com/ElectDenTarantino

The New 114th Assembly District

Warren, Washington, Essex & Saratoga Counties


Visit us online at www.dentarantino.com 
Like the campaign on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ElectDenTarantino
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Saturday, September 22, 2012

Den Tarantino found a large and receptive crowd at the opening of the Adirondack Balloon Festival, first at the inaugural launch at Crandall Park, and later at the antique car show in downtown Glens Falls.   It was a busy afternoon and evening with Den meeting large numbers of supporters urging him on.


Den explains to a young supporter what an Assemblyman does




Dennis with Glens Falls Mayor Jack Diamond








Glens Falls entrepreneur Bob Lansing explains to Den how he rescued the class Johnny Astro toy


With the ladies from Ceceila's Kitchen


Den talks with Glens Falls City Councilman Ben Driscoll

Dennis buys a fundraising raffle ticket for the Feeder Canal Alliance