Letter to the Editor: George Latimer for Congress
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(This letter was submitted by Ari Sternberg of Tunstall Road)
George Latimer, Westchester County Executive, is running in the upcoming democratic primary to challenge Congressman Jamaal Bowman. Mr. Latimer is an effective leader who has focused his three decades of public service on addressing the issues that impact the lives of our community.
Congressman Bowman is not just a disappointment, he has betrayed my trust. He has done little for our community.
Congressman Bowman focuses on headlines to position himself as the leader of a small radical faction of the Democratic Party.
Congressman Bowman was one of only six democrats to vote against the $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill. Instead of fighting to secure much needed resources to help repair NY’s roads and bridges, upgrade Westchester’s water infrastructure and help address flooding, he preferred to grandstand for headlines.
Congressman Bowman is one of the only nine Democrats who voted against resolution HR-771 condemning the barbaric attack by Hamas against Israel on Oct.7. To truly understand what Congressman Bowman voted against condemning, please read: ‘Screams Without Words’: How Hamas Weaponized Sexual Violence on Oct. 7." Please note, this is not an easy-to-read article. A person who voted against the condemnation of rape, mutilation and extreme brutality cannot, should not represent our community, should not represent any community.
Politics should be about serving others. Congressman Bowman’s myopic focus on self-promotion has done little for his constituents.
I was ten years old when I hid my teacher’s reading glasses. I became a “leader” of the pranksters. However, the teacher did not think it was funny and I was sent to see the headmistress. For a TEN year old the prank was marginally acceptable.
Congressman Bowman is not ten years old, Congressman Bowman became a national punchline after he intentionally disrupted the proceedings of the House by pulling a fire alarm and then lying about it during the investigation (I did not lie when I was asked about the reading glasses.) This level of immaturity resulted in him becoming one of only 28 Members of Congress censured in the history of the US Congress.
Congressman Bowman sent a dangerous message to our young people: if you do not get what you want, become disruptive, and when caught, lie. In the last few years lying has become more or less the norm.
I regret that I voted for Mr. Bowman in 2020. It will not happen again. Congressman Bowman is not fit to represent our community.
I support George Latimer for Congress.
Under his leadership, the County’s bond rating was upgraded and the county is in good financial shape. Mr. Latimer has been a leader on local infrastructure projects and focused on real progressive issues like affordable housing, electrifying the bus system, maternal health, and increasing access to childcare for those who need it most. His track record of delivering results for our community, coupled with his thoughtful and collaborative leadership style, will be a welcome change in our representation in Washington.
Sincerely,
Ari Sternberg
Tunstall Road
Scarsdale
Voter Information:
New York’s 16th congressional district will hold its democratic primary on June 25, 2024. The race will feature incumbent Jamaal Bowman and several other candidates including Westchester County Executive George Latimer. In order to vote in this primary you must be a registered Democrat. The deadline to change your political party affiliation or select a political party if you are currently independent is February 14, 2024. You can check the status of your current voting information at https://voterlookup.elections.ny.gov/. You can change your political party by filling out a new voter registration form either on line or by returning the completed form to The Westchester County Board of Elections BY FEBRUARY 14. https://elections.ny.gov/voter-registration-process.
Paulin Assists with Navigating Medicare
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Assemblywoman Amy Paulin hosted an informative free program at the Scarsdale Woman's Club last week with information about free help available for navigating Medicare. The program was open to the community and many many people came to get informed.
Paulin and Latimer Travel to Israel
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Assemblywoman Amy Paulin travelled to Israel this past week with George Latimer and other Westchester elected officials to express solidarity with Israel in the aftermath of the October 7 Hamas terrorist attack and advocate for the release of the hostages.
“The trip was incredibly serious and devastatingly sad. That being said I was so glad to be there and stand in solidarity with the Israeli people,” said Assemblywoman Amy Paulin. “After Israel, New York has one of the largest Jewish populations in the world. My district and Scarsdale in particular have a large Jewish population, and I myself am Jewish. This is the time for all of us, Jewish or not, to raise our voices against antisemitism and hatred. It’s also the time for us to make sure the horrific atrocities that have occurred are accurately documented. We already see people trying to rewrite recent history, just as happened after the Holocaust, which is so upsetting. In Israel I was able to meet with survivors, first responders, IDF members and others to receive firsthand accounts of what happened. In addition to murder they described the rape and sexual mutilation of women of all ages. Hamas is denying they carried out any sexual violence during their attacks and there is proof that this is false. It’s crushing but we must bear witness even if it is painful. After hearing what I have heard, and seeing what I have seen, it is hard to not believe Israel is engaging in anything but a just war of self-defense. And there are still hostages being held, now two months later. We must bring them home and hold the terrorists that have taken them accountable.”
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Front Row:
Westchester County Legislator Margaret Cunzio, Greenburgh Town Council Ellen Hendricks, NYS Assemblywoman Amy Paulin, Israeli President Isaac Herzog, Westchester County Executive George Latimer, Westchester County Legislator Vedat Gashi, Westchester County Legislator Tyrae Woodson-Samuels
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White Plains City Council Member Justin Brasch, UJA-Federation of New York Senior Community Mobilizer Tali Strom, Westchester Jewish Council President William Schrag, Rabbi Menachem Creditor, Westchester County Legislator and New Rochelle Mayor-Elect Yadira Ramos-Herbert
Photo Credit: Office of Amy Paulin
Local Art Exhibit at the Girl Scout House
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For this holiday season a wonderful gift-giving array of fine art is offered at the Betty Taubert Girl Scout House right here in Scarsdale on Wayside Lane. The walls of the Jeannette Leahy Gallery are covered with a selection of framed art at prices to suit everyone’s taste and pocketbook. At the same time, this is also an opportunity to support the Girl Scouts. Currently the Scarsdale Art Association is helping the local Girl Scout Service Unit (Scarsdale Edgemont Girl Scouts) continue to raise funds specifically for the house’s upkeep, offering to donate from 25% to 100% of all sales to the Girl Scouts.
Pictured above: Painting by Patricia Meller
Photos from the Scarsdale Forum and the WCC Gala
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Sarah Bell, Lucy McBath and Diane Greenwald at the Scarsdale Forum.The Scarsdale Forum hosted US Congresswoman Lucy McBath from Georgia on Sunday, November 12. Scarsdale’s Diane Greenwald engaged in a dynamic concerning many of the issues plaguing our nation.
(Pictured Above) SUNY Westchester Community College President Dr. Belinda S. Miles, County Executive and Public Service Honoree George Latimer, with Scarsdale residents and WCC Foundation Board Members Ruth Suzman, Elyse Klayman and Dave Berry; Mr. Berry received the “Viking Voyager” Alumni Award.
Westchester Community College Foundation’s first annual Transforming Futures Together Gala, emceed by acclaimed actress and singer Vanessa Williams, was held on November 8, 2023, at Tappan Hill in Tarrytown, NY. The sold-out event recognized the launch of the 10th anniversary year of Dr. Belinda S. Miles as President of SUNY Westchester Community College and honored five community leaders, County Executive George Latimer (Public Service Award), Sinforosa “Rose” Tan Kaung and William H.P. Kaung (Community Leadership), Dorry Swope (Philanthropy), and Scarsdale resident David Berry (“Viking Voyager” Alumni Award).
