After one of the best jobs reports ever, the Trump tax cuts continue to make America’s economy great again.  Ironic, isn’t it, that many corporations that are celebrating the tax cuts with boosts in pay and benefits for workers, actually supported Hillary Clinton – who would never have given the economy such a massive jolt.

There was bad news this week, though, about Social Security and Medicare – both programs are facing fiscal catastrophes.  Washington’s answer for too long has been to do nothing, and Obamacare actually weakened Medicare. And now Bernie Sanders and the Democrats want “Medicare for All” that will put more burdens on the program.

Here’s the first question in our new Weekly Poll: What concerns you the MOST about Medicare and Social Security’s financial collapse? 

As Democrats go left and then even farther left, our conservative candidate Marc Molinaro is actually presenting sound ideas for New York. 

What do you think would be the BEST outcome of electing a conservative governor? That’s the second question in our new Weekly Poll.

Molinaro also understands that unlimited power helps entrenched pols like Andrew Cuomo take more and more control of our lives – so he’s pledging to limit himself to two terms if he’s elected governor and calling for term limits… two four-year terms for state offices including governor, and 12-year limits for state lawmakers.

Kudos to him for moving the term limits debate forward – and let’s keep it going with this third question in our new Weekly Poll: What is the main reason that you think term limits would be good for New York? 

Other news items I want to make sure you didn’t miss this week: 

• Many are celebrating the Supreme Court’s ruling in favor of a baker who didn’t want to participate in a gay wedding, but some think the decision was correct but “half-baked.”
• There seems to be no end to the Obama Administration’s efforts to help Iran – maybe this is the kind of collusion that should be investigated?  

Have a great weekend!
 

An article in today’s Daily Caller is making everyone aware of the Southern Poverty Law Center’s (SPLC) influence in social media.  The problem with this is that SPLC has a history of inaccuracies and routinely labels conservative organizations as “hate groups.”

The Obama-era program that won’t go away; it isn’t Obamacare, rather it is Obama’s “Operation Chokepoint” designed to investigate and punish businesses that engage in commerce that the Obama administration deemed to be on the “fringe.”   The Obama Administration truly has deep tentacle’s that are almost impossible to disengage.

Jonathan S. Tobin writes in the National Review on-line what the left has planned for its next crusade.  While the possible bill language sounds innocent enough, it is not. 

Social Security is rapidly going insolvent.  For the first time since 1982, Social Security is dipping into tis reserves.  If it continues on this path, recipients will face an automatic 21% decrease.  Even with this devasting news there are politicians who want to give illegal immigrants all the benefits afforded to citizens, which would only bring Social Security to insolvency much sooner than 2034.   Guy Benson notes that Medicare is in the same awful shape, perhaps even worse.   Both could be stabilized, if politicians only had the backbone to do it. 

It is way past the time to cut programs like this.  Congress must examine where our tax dollars are going, and end grants that are predestined to reach the conclusions the applicants want.  Here is another study that is a waste of taxpayer’s hard- earned dollars. 

One more reason to never give up, despite what the doctors tell you. 

NYC’s top schools wouldn’t survive de Blasio’s testing plan.  Bob McManus takes the Mayor to task on his latest boondoggle idea.  BREAKING:  Speaker Heastie says bill will not be taken up this session, but will be considered in 2019.  It is time for us to organize against this movement. 

George Soros pours money into DA races; does he earn some of that money from these races?  (Just a rhetorical question as the blog needed to lighten up a bit today. I wonder if Soros will be the big winner of the day.)

BREAKING:  Comey defied authority during Clinton probe: inspector general.

Is anyone surprised?  Andrew McCabe wants immunity for testimony on Clinton email probe — or he’ll plead Fifth. 

There is a campaign on to help child victims of sexual abuse, however, the bill that is being pushed by lobbyists and big money contributors is a biased bill.  Read former Associate Justice (of the NY Court of Appeals)  Susan Phillips Reed’s assessment of the Hoylman/Rosenthal Bill here. 

Critics blast Mayor de Blasio’s school desegregation plan, as well they should.  The Manhattan Institute provides the reasons why Mayor de Blasio is wrong.   

Keith Wofford, the Conservative Party candidate for Attorney General, vows to “Clean House.”

File this under “greed.”

Good advice here:  Watch your wallet until the Legislature goes home. 

The NY Post editorial makes some very good points on the rush to ok sports gambling. 

Disgraceful:  Obama Administration Secretly Helped Iran Skirt Financial Sanctions. 

How Chief of ICE Responds to Jerry Brown and Andrew Cuomo on Illegal Immigrants. 

74 years later, we honor the patriots who saved the world on D-Day:  from the Daily Signal; the Washington Times and the History Channel.  We Salute YOU – the Greatest Generation. 

Wednesdays with Walter E. Williams.

Senate Majority Leader cancels August recess…citing Democrats’ “obstruction” and the need to pass spending bills. 

The Daily Signal examines Trump’s and Mueller’s Constitutional Powers. 

The editors of National Review call yesterday’s Supreme Court decision Broad Enough to Matter.  Wesley Pruden opining in the Washington Times says the gay times roll, but the Supremes stop the music.

Bill Hammond asks the question, “Is the death spiral back?”

R. J. Lehmann opines in National Review on-line that New York’s Assault on the NRA Sets a Dangerous Precedent.  This is a loophole that has to be closed. 

Here is another proposal that is a dangerous precedent, put forward by the new Attorney General in NYS. 

Chairman Long signs on to Conservative Action Project’s latest petition:  CONSERVATIVES OPPOSE “AMNESTY” DISCHARGE PETITION.  Read it here. 

It is unusual that the NY Post editorial board runs consecutive editorials on the same subject.  Today is the 2nd day blasting Mayor de Blasio’s plan to diversify the city’s 8 elite high schools. 

Molinaro blasts Cuomo for keeping donor cash after film studio flop. 

Poland’s Catholic Church bucks Pope Francis’ liberal embrace.  Kudos to Poland’s Catholics. 

William McGurn, writing the in the Wall Street Journal, wants to know what the FBI knows, when did it know it and how did it learn it?

This article by Cheryl K. Chumley is one that should be widely distributed on social media and to your friends. 

Dennis Prager opines on Google’s new slogan.

Guy Benson:  US Restores Top Ranking As Most Competitive Global Economy, As Democrats Fret.

Taxing the Rich? Assembly wants money spread around.  Note this paragraph, “Taxing the wealthy in New York City is once again part of a discussion for bolstering the ailing New York City subway system, a move that’s unlikely to take place this legislative session considering opposition in the state Senate. (emphasis added).  It is extremely important that this November voters delivers a Republican/Conservative majority to the Senate.  The Democrats will deliver ever increasing taxes if they are not held in check; the wealthy will move out of New York State and you will pay the ever-increasing taxes. 

It is so easy to waste money when you don’t earn it and have the ability to just take it from those who do earn it.  State will pay $1.7M to get rid of unsuccessful movie studio…after it paid $14 million to build it.  Mayor de Blasio will use $7 million of your tax dollars for a study – A STUDY – for de Blasio’s trolley idea.  Just the study will cost $7 million, image what the trolley will cost to build.  I guess this is why these two are in government because if they ever tried to become CEO’s of a business, they would be gone before they were able to drive the business into bankruptcy.  Remember this in November when you have the opportunity to vote for governor!

Mayor “de Lusional” is back on the delusional path thinking is plan to diversify the eight special schools is “blessed.”  The NY Post editorial board decimates Mayor de Blasio’s idea to destroy New York’s top schools, rightfully so. 

Here is another reason why Mayor de Lusional is delusional:  New York City violated its own policy by letting criminal aliens free: DHS

Saturday’s Adirondack Daily Enterprise editorial decimates Governor Cuomo’s spokesperson!  Kudos to them. 

New York City wants to add an “X” category to birth certificates.  Did you know that currently if parents – in New York City – of a newborn do not want to identify a sex, they can say the sex of the child is undetermined or unknown…isn’t this also detrimental to a child? 

California has some rather unusual travel bans.  And as long as California keeps passing laws like this, they will lose the population capable of paying the bills. 

Mika and Joe and their morning panel turn on Bill Clinton. 

Why should states that protect illegal immigrants be rewarded with more political power?  Good question.  Hans von Spakovsky answers the question here and informs us that Alabama has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Census Bureau. If the state wins, it could have major political ramifications and restore fundamental fairness in political representation in Congress.

Supreme Court sides with Colorado baker who refused to make wedding cake for same-sex couple.  While the decision was based on Colorado’s anti-religious bias on the Colorado Civil Rights Commission, the vote was 7-2 with only Justices Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Sonia Sotomayor dissenting.   Religious liberty has be strengthened, but, Guy Benson reminds everyone it is a very narrow ruling  that still leaves some questions open.   Dan McLaughlin has some of the same concerns in his National Review on line piece.   David French, also writing in National Review on line, is a bit more optimistic noting that tolerance, it appears, is not a one-way street.

It’s been a week of celebrities, pseudo-celebrities and quasi-celebrities as “entertainers” staking out various parts of the political spectrum have made spectacles of themselves. (And be aware, some of the following links have disturbing language and images, because we’re dealing with disturbing people here.)

Somebody you’ve probably heard of, Roseanne Barr, who has cast herself as pro-Trump, said something vile (not surprising) and was immediately fired. 

Somebody you’ve probably never heard of, Samantha Bee, who apparently has a TV show and is beloved on the left, said something vile… and got an award. 

So let’s start with the first question in our new Weekly Poll: Overall, what do you think about celebrities becoming active in politics? 

In these specific cases of celebrity activism, both situations are repugnant, but many see a clear double standard at work since Roseanne was immediately punished and Samantha Bee wasn’t.  

What do you think – how big is the media’s double standard for liberals and conservatives? That’s the second Weekly Poll question I have for you.

I ask this question keeping in mind that many conservatives had grave doubts about Roseanne as a Trump standard-bearer from the very start, and their concerns seemed to have been well-founded.  At any rate, Rich Lowry explains how the Roseanne meltdown in reality says nothing about Trump’s America.

But liberals will believe anything and lie about everything when it comes to President Trump. 

Nevertheless, there’s been plenty to smile about this week (the economy lifting plenty of spirits), which is fitting – May 31 was actually National Smile Day. So let’s end with our third Weekly Poll question – what makes you smile right now when you think about politics? 

Have a great weekend!

Stephen Moore’s Op-Ed in today’s NY Post will give “blue Wave” believers agita.

Mayor de Blasio really should read Michael Goodwin’s column in today’s NY Post.  It is shameful that Mr. Goodwin felt it necessary to write this particular column. 

Valerie Richardson makes some valid points in her Washington Times column pointing out the validity of the quote “be careful what you wish for.”

Today’s Daily Signal has three columns that give us some real hope that the swamp is being drained.  President Trump signed an executive order calling for the end to taxpayer subsidies to federal unions; Republicans introduced a bill to rescind $15 billion in spending which President Trump fully supports; and most importantly President Trump’s directive that will allow fewer tax dollars to go to abortion providers. 

Alas, just when you think things are getting better, along comes this headline:  Social Security pays benefits to hundreds of dead people. 

Sen. Chuck Schumer should be ashamed of himself.  I hope he never has the “need to try” but since the President and republicans passed the “need to try” bill, you can be certain if he does he will take full advantage of the “need to try” bill. 

The Beat examines Albany’s energy war and writes about the grand schemes at the MTA. 

Analysis by Guy Benson: As Competing Russia Accusations Swirl, Pay Close Attention to What Trey Gowdy is Telling Us.

RNC Torches Democrats in New Midterm Ad: ‘MS-13 Killers…They Aren’t So Bad’

Wednesday’s with Walter E. Williams. 

One would think that Governor Andrew Cuomo would have more self-confidence in himself, after all he has been a part of the political world since he was campaign manager for his father Mario at the tended age of 25 — 36 years ago.  Yet, instead of standing proudly on his record, Andrew Cuomo can’t resist a chance to bash Trump.  And he is running scared – still latched onto Bill and Hillary Clinton.  

Man murders one of our New York City police officers, now he wants your money!

Schumer’s Hypocrisy Soars to New Heights Over Gasoline Prices.

Talk about hypocrisy:  The Wall Street Journal informs us how Democrats cash in on tax reform.  

Andrew McCarthy opines in National Review on-line on the Obama Administration’s hypocritical pretext for spying on the Trump campaign.     

The NY Times has a problem.  Embarrassment for New York Times as top editor falls for old photo amid weekend of misleading anti-Trump tweets.

The Daily Signal writes about how the hubris of Judges threatens our ability to govern ourselves.   

Charles Hurt’s column points out how President Trump has inherited President Reagan’s wind. 

Robert Knight writes in the Washington Times on how the culture war spreads like wildfires over social media and can destroy a small business so fast that it never really knew what hit it. 

Larry Horist opines on how Angus King’s beef is a bit off.

First we learn that Mayor de Blasio puts PR over homeless, now we learn that he should be called Mayor deadbeat. 

E. J. McMahon, NY’s fiscal expert, wants what is best for New York taxpayers.

Bill Hammond writes how bad state policy drives bad behavior. 

Cuomo’s secret SUNY deal.  

Barack and Michelle Obama have signed a big-money deal to produce shows and films for Netflix – no surprise, since they certainly have friends in high places.

 Which movie or TV show do you think the Obamas should remake FIRST as they rake in money from Netflix? That’s the first question in our new Weekly Poll.

Did Obama spy on Trump? It’s becoming clear that the Obama Administration played a major role in infiltrating the Trump campaign.  This is the scandal the media doesn’t want to cover.

Bad news for anti-Trump Democrats – household income is up, and President Trump’s economic policies are getting the credit. And Republicans are now leading in the closely-watched generic ballot polling for the 2018 midterms. 

The opposition party generally has an advantage in mid-term elections – what do you think is the Democrats’ biggest liability heading into this year’s elections?

That’s the second question in our new Weekly Poll, and you have plenty of options to choose from – whether it’s the Democrats’ hatred of Trump, their socialist leanings, their obsession with gun control or the specter of Hillary Clinton. 

Breaking his own statements of not getting involved in primaries, DNC Chairman Tom Perez stood on the stage of Hofstra University and endorsed Governor Andrew Cuomo praising Cuomo’s record of progressive accomplishments, from passing a $15 minimum wage to legalizing gay marriage and paid family leave, despite the fact that Governor Cuomo tried to wrap himself as a centrist democrat with the help of Larry Levy. 

Mayor de Blasio finally released FOILED requests for emails between himself and outside advisers who he famously referred to as “agents of the city.”  It clearly shows his disdain of the press and why he fought so long to keep them from the public. 

For many Memorial Day marks the beginning of summer, but we should never forget the true meaning of this special day.  It’s a day with a special history, rooted right here in New York.

In commemoration of Memorial Day, what do you think is the best way for Americans to honor the fallen? That is the third and final question in our new Weekly Poll.

Have a great weekend!

Newsday covered President Trump’s visit to Long Island yesterday.  Our State Chairman was also present with Congressman Lee Zeldin, Congressman Peter King and Congressman Dan Donovan.  Much has been said about President Trump calling the MS-13 members “animals” … I will go a step further and say animals is too kind a word.  Animals protect themselves against predators, MS -13 members viciously kill and dismember innocent strangers to be initiated into the club.   Here are some photos of yesterday’s forum taken by Chairman Long.

Some on the NY City Council are being leaders in certain issues.  Four members,  Fernando Cabrera, Chaim Deutsch, Andy King & Ruben Diaz Sr., have an Op-Ed in Gotham Gazette: Legalize to our demise.  Good for them. 

President Trump calls Kim Jung-Un’s bluff.   And is prepared for military action,  if necessary.  Pompeo defends Trump’s move to cancel summit with Kim. 

Seriously, Nancy?  Isn’t it about time you resign?  

The IRS is calling Governor Andrew Cuomo’s bluff.  (Wall Street Journal article, subscription may be necessary.)  Here is a LoHud.com article on the same subject.

The question is why; Cuomo stays silent on federal probe of campaign donations.

Governor Cuomo it is pathetic that as an elected official you have not respect for police and the people they protect.  How Andrew Cuomo gave cop-killer Herman Bell a vote

The Daily Signal writes how ‘Amnesty First’ Breaks Faith With the American People. 

The Daily Signal also thinks the NFL finally made the right call, however, team Kaepernick strikes back at Pence over his support for NFL kneeling ban.  This. Isn’t. Over.

Jazz Legend Wynton Marsalis Says Rap And Hip Hop Are ‘More Damaging’ To Culture Than A Confederate Statue.

Cal Thomas opines:  Gambling on sports is a bad bet

Last evening Chairman Mike Long was one of the “Wise Guys” on Inside City Hall with Errol Lewis.  If you missed it, you can watch it here.

Also, on NY1’s Inside City Hall was Jonathan Trichter, the potential candidate for NYS Comptroller.  You can watch him here.  

Today’s Daily Signal podcast is about a former Obama supporter, Antonia Okafor, becoming a conservative.  After 8 years of the Obama Administration, many, many people find that they truly are conservatives and we will only learn of their existence at the polls as we did in 2016.

Tammy Bruce opines on how Hillary Clinton and Kirsten Gillibrand undercut their progress by mouthing female stereotypes. 

The NY Post opines that Trump and the GOP are asking tough questions like reporters once did.  

Here is another article about all the ways marihuana can hurt your health.   There are a few parts of the article that I would question, but for the most part, the facts are undisputable, especially this “The long-term effects of legalization are unknown — and potentially dangerous.”

The Manhattan Institute takes a look at “Pot City”

Poughkeepsie Council backs state bill offering undocumented immigrants driver’s licenses.  The Poughkeepsie Council is completely wrong in asking that undocumented immigrants be granted driver’s licenses.  UNDOCUMENTED…they are here illegally.  Why would any elected official reward people who are breaking the law? When did the Council’s purpose become passing local laws – recommendations — that undermine the US Constitution?   Driving is not a constitutional right, it is a privilege, and yet the Poughkeepsie Council seeks to reward people who thumb their nose to our laws.  Maybe every resident in Poughkeepsie should start ignoring all the local laws passed by the Council…drop your litter, don’t pick up after walking your dog, don’t use the meters, and most importantly, don’t pay the local taxes that pay the elected officials.  If only I lived in Poughkeepsie…. 

Jonathan S. Tobin opines in the NY Post that maybe The Obamas’ Netflix deal proves it’s time to stop paying ex-presidents.  Maybe he is right.  Think of the money that taxpayers would not be forced to pay out. 

Don’t Tell Anyone, But We Just Had Two Years Of Record-Breaking Global Cooling.

The NFL has new rules.

Wednesday’s with Walter E. Williams.

Photo Credit:  AllenAllen 1910 via Flicker

Chairman Mike Long will appear with the “Wise Guys” tonight on NY 1 to discuss politics, specifically the upcoming democratic convention.  Watch NY 1’s Inside City Hall tonight *Check your local listings for the channel) at 7:00 PM and repeated at 11:00 PM.

This headline really shows how far down the rabbit hole the Boy Scouts have fallen.  Obviously, they have forgotten, or worse, choose to ignore the Boy Scout oath.    It is only a matter of time before this once honorable, respected, goal driven organization that taught boys the important things in life, will be unrecognizable and will no longer exist.  Shame on the Left!

As we noted yesterday, until we can change the law,  this man will not be charged with killing his girlfriend’s baby.  Again, shame on the Progressive Left.

Errol Lewis, who is not opposed to the legalization of marihuana, has a column in today’s NY Daily News, that asks some very legitimate questions about the problems associated with making pot “legal.”  We would also strongly suggest that people truly interested in public policy and public health should look beyond the cash infusion states will have for their pet projects – trust us, your taxes will never be reduced – and study the problems that Colorado has incurred since they changed the law.  Mr. Lewis notes that over 60% of people want it made legal, is anyone really surprised by that number.  We elect leaders to be leaders, not to cave to the unwise wants of the general public who don’t really understand the problems associated with marihuana.  How many laws have we passed to try and stop DWI and DUI?  People still drink and drive and fatal accidents are not uncommon unfortunately.  But the Progressive Left – and some on the right – still encourage making marihuana legal in New York State.  Shame on them.

In case you missed this, New York spent $22,366 per pupil on education in 2016. And school budgets continue to go up.  We spend 90% more than the national average.  Everyone should make a mental note to vote NO on school budgets in the future and to not be bullied by the NYS Teacher’s Union — union leadership; not the teachers — who are so vocal about how little we spend on education. 

The Daily Signal explains why China represents such a global threat. 

Only in America’s Schools Could ‘Partying Like It’s 1776’ Be Offensive. 

How do you work more hours in the year than there are in the year?  The article really makes you shake your head in disbelief.  No wonder California’s pension system is even worse than New York’s. 

One has to admit that it is rather unusual for the NY City Council to be complaining about the Mayor’s spending.  Manhattan Institute explains here. 

Matt Vespa writes in Townhall.com that the FBI front office discussed Trump dossier with CNN