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Kaplowitz was also profiled by Jimmy Vielkind on The Albany-Times Union's Capitol Confidential blog. In the piece, Kaplowitz spoke about how the GOP primary schism in the district is sure to play to his advantage. "There's no question that the Yepsen said all stakeholders - New York Racing Association, New York City Off Track Betting and the Aqueduct racino operator - should be brought together to deal with racing's future collectively. Several years ago, NYRA had a

Source: http://www.thealbanyproject.com/diary/8632/ny-state-senate-weekly-campaign-roundup-3

Paterson Calls For Another Special Session To Tackle Albany's Budget * Get back to work! * Governor orders lawmakers back -- Page 1 -- Times Union - Albany NY Brian McLaughlin: How Many Will Join Him in Jail

Source: http://truenewsfromchangenyc.blogspot.com/2010/07/new-york-held-hostage-no-budget-day-113.html

News here is fed from four blogs: Capitol, Workforce, New York on the Potomac, and Voices. The Capitol blog features coverage from the Times Union Capitol bureau. Workforce is dedicated to state worker issues. New York on the Potomac

Source: http://blog.timesunion.com/capitol/archives/29609/a-m-roundup-filings-filings-and-more-filings/

July 12, 2010, 1:19 PM. maverick100 So last years 12 BILLION in new state taxes wasn't a new record? Remember they raised taxes TWICE last year, once when they passed the budget (8.5 BILLION) and once in the fall when we had a 5 Billion You should try it!!! Like the farmers in NY protesting milk prices and being starved out!! Not a headline in the Times Union but why should it be in the state capitol Albany coverage..Live a little..Try spanning the rest of the state

Source: http://blog.timesunion.com/capitol/archives/29338/a-m-roundup-audits-and-lobbyists-and-contracts-oh-my/

The pension fund showed big benefits during election time but once the threat was over the monthly payouts were decimated. Ahern and his personal piggybank I mean credit Union should be thoroughly investigated. Posted On: Wednesday, Jul. .. State of New York Albany, NY 12224-0341. 1-800-7717755. Or for what it's worth, our President Vincent Giblin. You owe it to yourself, and the other members of this once great local union. Posted On: Wednesday, Jul. 14 2010 @ 2:23PM

Source: http://blogs.villagevoice.com/runninscared/archives/2010/06/city_union_chie.php

New York Senate leader John Sampson says he gave details of other competitors' proposals to the low bidder for a massive contract to install video slot machines at Aqueduct race track, but he didn't violate any laws or ethic rules. . Not only should he be term limited by his district but also disbarred for being an idiot. I for one would circle the block to see this bonehead at the local Dunkin Donuts drive through as he tries out his new career path.

Source: http://blog.timesunion.com/capitol/archives/28376/sampson-i-leaked-the-memo-and-it-was-ethical/

Down with Evil SEIU, The Teachers Unions, AFLCIO, PEF and all the other Unions that will only destroy the greatest Country on Earth. #1. Carl Gottstein Jr. June 9, 2010, 9:46 AM. Its a new day in America, we have turned a page in our politics. . What the nuts in New York do (or not) is much more important than what the nuts in California or Nevada do. #23. iknowtruthismine. June 9, 2010, 3:49 PM. Albany Rep – Albany Rep, do you ever offer anything to the discussion.

Source: http://blog.timesunion.com/capitol/archives/27975/a-m-roundup-budget-thaws-and-threats-duffys-pension/

NYRA says thanks. Shortly after noon today, the New York Racing Association issued a press release thanking the Legislature for passing a bill yesterday that allows NYRA to Albany Times Union (blog) ( 5/25/2010 10:27:42 AM -08:00 )

Source: http://sports.newsplurk.com/2010/05/new-york-tracks-to-stay-open-after-25.html

The New York Racing Association is financially strapped, and believes the only thing to save the struggling organization is the installation of video lottery terminals at the Aqueduct in New York City. But nine years after the proposal, . I, for one, do not want to find out. If Albany won't listen, make more noise. Comment by Aardvaark — April 27th, 2010 @ 3:23 pm. I'm definitely not rooting for NYRA to fall down in 2010 (with the 2011 Saratoga season restored?

Source: http://blog.timesunion.com/saratogaseen/imagine-saratoga-without-racing/4488/

Aqueduct deal falls through -- Page 1 -- Times Union - Albany NY.

Source: http://funsaratoga.typepad.com/funsaratoga/2010/03/aqueduct-deal-falls-through----page-1----times-union---albany-ny.html