New York State Assembly Races
New York State Assembly consists of 150 districts throughtout New York State. Each district elects a representative that then serves a two year term. There are no term limits. The NYS Assembly is commonly referred to as the lower house or the lower chamber. The upper chamber being the NYS Senate. The NYS Assembly operates similar to the House of Representatives in the nation's capitol.
The Speaker of the Assembly is elected by the majority party in power at that time. The Speaker controls the flow of legislation and committee assignments. The Speaker is the Cief Leadership position in the Assembly. NYS Assembly web site: https://nyassembly.gov
Welcome to the most important election of your lifetime. This election could, very well, be the most important election in our nation's history.
The choices you make during this election will impact our nation's direction for decades to come much as the previous election already has.
Regardless of your preferred flavor in politics; know that your progeny will be most affected by the results of this coming election.
Remember: You are not just voting for your favorite team.
Issues such as Climate Change, the dependence on Fossil Fuels, The Federal Deficit, The National Debt, Transparency in Government, Voting Rights, Women's Rights, Affordable Healthcare and pre-existing conditions protections for your loved ones, Common Sense Gun Controls, your rights, not just as citizens, but as human beings stand in the balance.
So, America, research your candidate. Decide whether he/she can be trusted to stand by you or to tow the party line. Decide whether our system of checks and balances deserves perpetuance. And, then, make your choice.
