Nicole Gelinas examines Mayor de Blasio’s proposed budget for NYC.  Instead of giving New York City residents any tax relief, the mayor hikes spending because tax revenues continue to pour in — an extra $1.1 billion in tax revenue compared to what the city’s budget wonks expected just two months ago. 

De Blasio claims $386M will be last increase to homeless budget. 

City injection sites report coming within ‘days,’ de Blasio says. 

Will Governor Andrew Cuomo allow the Democratic Committee follow the Court ruling?  It will be interesting to watch how Governor Cuomo gets out of this pickle.  

In case you missed this,  if the far left progressive movement of the democratic party becomes successful in the US, we are guaranteed bankruptcy.  Perhaps, this is why democrats are losing ground with millennials.  Or why ultra progressive George Soros is trying his best to create a permanent voting majority for the Democratic Party by “enlarge[ing] the U.S. electorate by 10 million voters by 2018.”  Unfortunately, his plan is progressing and some legislators in New York are looking to add help Soros. Texas has the right idea. 

New York lawmakers still rolling in the mud, and it’s getting deeper. 

Bill Hammond enlightens us about the 120 proposed insurance mandates being considered by the legislature. 

Leading conservative groups have signed on to Make Congress Work Again. 

Ben Shapiro writes in the Daily Wire that ‘IRAN LIED’: Netanyahu Reveals Israel Smuggled 100,000 Nuclear Documents Out Of Iran. Iran Had An Ongoing Nuclear Program.  More on this from Katie Pavich.

Guy Benson writes Results Matter: Three Recent, Enormous Trump Accomplishments Must Not Be Overlooked.

South Korean President: Trump Deserves Nobel Peace Prize.  That was South Korean president Moon Jae-in response to the suggestion that he deserved the award.

Just in time for campaign season, Andrew Cuomo is attacking one of the left’s most hated targets – immigration law enforcement.  Fortunately ICE isn’t taking these attacks lying down.

When Cuomo accuses others of bullying and intimidation, the hypocrisy is breathtaking.

How much do you think Gov. Cuomo’s attacks on ICE and immigration law enforcement are motivated by politics? That’s the first question in our new Weekly Poll.

The Governor isn’t the only liberal who gets a kick out of berating law enforcement.

As Cuomo tries to keep illegal residents here, citizens for some time have been leaving our state for more tax-friendly spots at an alarming rate, and the problem is poised to get even worse under our current tax system.

Will President Trump get the Nobel Prize? Barack Obama received one for accomplishing much less than this – an historic thawing of relations between North and South Korea. Even some on the left think the idea is no joke.

What do you think are the chances of President Trump winning the Nobel Peace Prize? That’s the second question in our new Weekly Poll.

The economy continues with strong growth, but for Democrats it’s all gloom-and-doom – and they think government work is the answer to the virtually nonexistent problem they’ve concocted.

Like Cuomo’s attacks on law enforcement, this move also reeks of politics because, as Cal Thomas points out, “it taps into a growing feeling, particularly among many young Americans, for whom feelings, not results, are ultimately what liberalism relies on.”

What do you think would be most detrimental about the Bernie Sanders Democrats’ “government jobs for all” plan? That’s the final question in our new Weekly Poll.

Have a great weekend!

The emperor of the Empire State has ruled again:  Gov. Cuomo says ICE is ‘violating the law’ after recent raids by federal agents.  The order issued by Cuomo on Wednesday is a modification of a previous order, blocking ICE arrests in state facilities without a warrant.  Lee Zeldin tweeted this “No constitution, legislature or statute will ever take precedence over this man’s political ambitions.”  How true.  Congressman Zeldin, who was on Fred Dicker’s radio show this morning (he begins at the 24:47 mark) is our esteemed guest speaker at our 56th Annual State Dinner taking place on May 31, 2018 in New York City.  (Details for our dinner are here.)  Make your reservation now to hear this dynamic, intelligent Congressman address the problems New York and our Nation face. 

Tammy Bruce writes in the Washington Times about identity politics and the New York governor’s race and how Andrew Cuomo becomes all things to all people, while his opponent goes further left. 

Governor Cuomo continues his war on small businesses with his consideration of upping the minimum wage of tipped workers to $15.00 per hour.  Small restaurants are asking for a surcharge on all diners due to the increased mandates to raise wages and other increased costs. 

The wrong path: Cuomo hurts legislative, judicial systems with collective pardons.

7 governors launch ‘unprecedented’ effort to study gun violence. 

J. Christian Adams writes in the Washington Times how two DOJ nominees Eric Dreiband and Jeff Clark have been stalled at DOJ because of ‘reefer madness.’

The Investor’s Business Daily opines on the FBI Scandal:  deep state corruption of FBI, Justice was there from very start of Hillary email probe.

Is this the future of health care in America?  UK Government Seeks to Play God in Denying Alfie Evans Life Support.   Here is Betsy McCaughey’s  take on the Alfie Evans case.

Alexandra DeSanctis writes in National Review how the Alfie Evans case highlights the dangers of defending selective abortion. 

Fox News – keeping America informed:   Facebook user guidelines revealed: Which posts will get removed?

Vampire Hillary: How She’s Sucking The Cash-Strapped DNC Dry.

Finally:  Mike Pompeo confirmed as secretary of state. 

The Manhattan Institute explains how an item in the NYS Budget may circumvent the possible Supreme Court decision in Janus v. AFSCME case.

Did you know that in January, Christopher Thomas, was released from prison due to a loophole in state law?  Read this to find out what Sen. Golden and Assemblywoman Malliotakis want to do to close the loophole and keep people that murder 8 children and 2 adults in prison for life. 

Jim Acosta denies he was talking about Trump supporters yesterday, however, I have this to say to Mr. Acosta:  If you have to explain what you meant, you are not a very good journalist.  And you certainly do not know when to stop digging.  

Larry Horist says in his latest column:  Don’t normalize MSNBC.

The Daily Caller lets us know about the CDC Study the Anti-Gun Lobby doesn’t want you to know about. 

Ben Shapiro writes about Sen. Bernie Sanders proposal to give every American a government job. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand has a jobs plan which is another federal program we don’t need.  Both Senators are pandering for votes and obviously have hardly any knowledge of economics.  Ask Finland what happens when government introduces outlandish proposals to gain votes and have people dependent on government officials.  The idea of universal basic income has some powerful supporters in the U.S.  — Mark Zuckerberg, being one of the supporters — remember he wants to run for president.  I wonder if he will give up his personal wealth of $68.3 billion to have an equal playing field for Americans, let alone the rest of the world.  The free-market made Zuckerberg a very rich man, is he really willing to change the system that creates personal wealth?  Ask him and Elon Musk, who is only worth $19 billion, but also a supporter of universal basic income.  Since they promote such idea, the universal basic income should be, at the very least $5 billion per person.  (I wonder what a Tesla would cost then?)  Senator Sanders and Senator Gillibrand your ideas would destroy what makes America the most extraordinary country in the world. 

About that global warming…climate models projection could  be off by 30 to 45%.  

Arthur B. Laffer and Stephen Moore write in the Wall Street Journal that Blue states will lose millions of people in the years to come—and they aren’t ready.  So Long, California. Sayonara, New York.

Today’s NY Post editorial writes that Andrew Cuomo’s lurches left are looking desperate.  

Michael Goodwin certainly has Andrew’s personality down pat. The problem is, Andrew Cuomo is running scared and we New Yorkers will pay the price.   

Robert Knight:  In praise of Chick-fil-A’s ‘infiltration’

Wednesday’s with Walter E. Williams.  

Today’s  NY Post’s editorial points out, once again, the costs associated with legislation New York’s public unions could cost taxpayers, if the legislature continues to give them the pension sweeteners they continually ask for.  Rachel Greszler, writes in the Washington Times, about the perils of making promises to retirees that ultimately cannot be kept without huge tax increases or layoffs of current employees.   

The Washington Free beacon is reporting on the political ‘vendetta’  between Mayor De Blasio and Governor Cuomo.  Personally, I find it embarrassing that a newspaper, outside of New York, finds it newsworthy to report that the two leaders of our great state are embroiled in a political vendetta. 

This is written for Chautauqua residents, however, the lesson is for all New Yorkers.

The Manhattan Institute takes a look at Mayor de Blasio’s “restorative discipline” and don’t be surprised, but, it isn’t working.   

Up to 5 sex harassment complaints made against mayor’s office.  The overall cost to taxpayers is unconscionable, unacceptable, and unthinkable. 

CNN’s Jim Acosta has hit a new low.  He says voters too stupid to grasp Trump ‘act’: ‘Their elevator might not hit all floors.’  But yours does, Mr. Acosta?  With your prejudice, I doubt it. 

America Is Mocked By a Purblind Press That Is Vulnerable.

Candace Owens, the communications director for the nonprofit conservative students group Turning Point USA, started quite a firestorm with her “I am not a victim” statement to the Black Lives Matters group that heckled her at UCLA.  So much so that Kayne West came to her defense.  Good for both Candace Owens and Kayne West for not backing down when confronted by the left.   Professor Jordan Peterson Warns Against the ‘Dangerous Narrative’ of Victimization.

Still thinking about running for president, Mr. Holder?  Maybe you should table that idea…forever.

Charles Hurt opines on a Trump even Sweden has to appreciate.  

Richard W. Rahm makes the argument for abolishing campaign contribution limits. 

David Keene on what led to the Broward County rampage. 

Guy Benson’s latest  —  Former Federal Prosecutor: Pay Attention to What Andrew McCabe Lied About.

Special Elections to fill 11 vacancies tomorrow.

 Dan Bongino certainly has shown the difference of two Americans and how they react to things.  James Shaw, Jr.  is a Hero and then there is Congressman Adam Schiff.   Here is the Maria Bartiromo interview Mr. Bongino spoke about. 

What is the Sea Change Foundation and how does it influence Governor Andrew Cuomo.?  Read today’s Daily Signal article on the connection between Russia and 2 green groups fighting fracking in US. 

NYPD commissioner rips impending release of cop killer Herman Bell in letter to Cuomo .  Unfortunately, Governor Cuomo well remain deaf to his letter and the 300,000 plus letters sent to the Board of Parole. 

Cuomo’s ‘fear factor’ is suddenly failing. 

Seth Barron connects the dots between “non-profits” and a particular political organization.

File this under “self-inflicted wound”  Andrew Cuomo’s ‘undocumented’ imagination.  

File this under “really dumb ideas” De Blasio puts donors in charge of campaign-finance reform.

When was the last time Governor Andrew Cuomo had an original idea?

Will the Members of the Legislature put the future of taxpaying New Yorkers first and defeat these potential “pension pork” bills, or will they sweeten the pensions to buy votes for themselves?   Contact your legislator and tell them enough is enough – remind them you pay the bills they vote for and you refuse to pay for these bills.  (Senate 518-455-2800; Assembly 518-455-4100) 

Gowdy: Because Comey Let Clinton Off, He Likely Won’t Face Charges for Leaking Classified Information.

Former FBI Director James Comey is in the news this week – and that, my friends, might go down as the understatement of the year. 

He’s cashing in with a new book tour, or “therapy tour” as conservative Rep. Claudia Tenney adroitly describes it, that has involved seemingly endless media appearances, which have not gone particularly well for him – and his book isn’t doing Comey any favors either. 

Comey is being described as everything from a “pathological liar” to “Bozo the Clown” who has written a “catty, gossipy” book, and his pro-Hillary bias is increasingly clear (as is the role CNN has played in trumping up accusations against our President).
 
More of Comey’s writings are in the news now with the release of his memos from meetings with President Trump – again, not all that flattering. Comey particularly enjoys pointing out how much people like him. 

What do you find most distasteful about James Comey? That’s the first question in our new Weekly Poll. 

With the FBI’s Andrew McCabe potentially facing criminal charges, this story is far from over – but what certainly needs to end is the left’s politicization of the FBI.

The time is now to confirm Mike Pompeo as Secretary of State – but Democrats are almost completely united in their opposition (with the exception of at least one red-state senator who is undoubtedly watching the polls). But of course Democrats don’t have any ideas for moving forward – they just hate President Trump, and they don’t want his foreign policy to succeed. 

What do you think is the biggest takeaway from the Democrats’ opposition to Mike Pompeo? That’s the second question in our new Weekly Poll.

This week Andrew Cuomo claimed he’s “undocumented” in order to out-left Cynthia Nixon (and also created a new voting bloc for himself), while Chuck Schumer is claiming to be some sort of principled federalist as a way to legalize marijuana. On issues like guns, education, or environmental policy, though, look for Schumer’s belief in states’ rights to go up in smoke. 

Finally, the world lost an extraordinary woman this week, as former First Lady and First Mom Barbara Bush passed away. She was one of a kind, and kind, by all accounts.  How will you remember here? That’s the third and final question in our new Weekly Poll. 

Have a great weekend!

If you were unable to watch Chairman Mike Long on  Inside City Hall last evening, you can watch it here.  Here is the clip of Chairman Long on Capital Tonight last night discussing the governor’s race and why the leaders recommended County Executive Marc Molinaro. 

The Gotham Gazette  writes that the Republican Governors Association is ‘Keeping Close Eye’ on New York. 

Here is more coverage on Governor Cuomo’s Executive Order allowing parolees to vote in upcoming elections.  Read this, this and this.  

The Manhattan Institute takes another look at the recently passed NYS budget.

Ken Girardin points out in the NY Torch Public Policy blog that government unions spent more on lobbying than four of the top spending lobbyist spent combined. 

Cheryl K. Chumley writes in the Washington Times how faith leaders skew Bible to oppose SNAP reform. 

Peter Morici  opines that the optimists may be right. 

Democrats have other ideas regarding the Trump Tax Cut.  

Larry Horist has a very interesting article on Facebook founder, Mark Zuckerberg, and his desire to run for president.  Imagine for a minute, Mark Zuckerberg, sitting in the Oval Office, reviewing all the personal data accumulated through the years about you…the IRS could really have a field day.  He is 33, eligible to run in 2020.

How can anyone seriously consider former AG Eric Holder for president after reading this?

Michele Malkin on the latest assault on Chick-fil-A.

Enough with activists’ judges:  6th Circuit agrees: PP has ‘constitutional right’ to public monies.

Chairman Long will be on NY 1 (Inside City Hall, 7 pm and repeated at 11 pm.) tonight and Capital Tonight (8:00 pm and repeated at 11:30 PM) to discuss the possibility of recreational marijuana on Inside City Hall and the upcoming Governor’s race on Capital Tonight.

Governor Andrew Cuomo signed an Executive Order today that seeks to allow people on parole the right to vote… taking unilateral action after the Republican-led Senate rejected a similar proposal.  Governor Cuomo has consistently said there is no place for conservatives in New York State and now apparently there is no place for duly elected members of the Republican controlled Senate in New York State.  Governor Cuomo wants to give Herman Bell –  a cold-blooded cop killer – the right to vote, if, and it is IF he makes parole.  Right now, it is in Judge Richard Koweek’s hands.  And remember that over 367,000 people reached out to the Parole Board to rescind the granting of his parole. 

In New York State, once you have completed your prison sentence and completed your parole, you have the right to vote, once you register again.  There is absolutely no need to override current law, in fact, we question, if it can be.

With this topic burning up social media, it will most certainly be a topic when Chairman Long appears on Inside City Hall and Capital Tonight this evening.  Here is what Chairman Long  told Joe Spector earlier today when the news just broke.

That sound you hear is moving vans…Governor Cuomo’s extreme left turn and overly burdensome taxes are pushing out hard working, constitutional loving New Yorkers.   All because he wants to be president.  Obviously, he has no understand of middle Americans; they will reject his current progressiveness and those who cannot move from New York will be stuck with his dangerous progressive pipedream.

The NY Post editorial opines on the Scenes from the New York ‘progressive purity’ circus. 

Call Mayor de Blasio, Mister Generous, from now on;    that $350 charitable deduction on his taxes will do a world of good to someone outside of New York City. 

 Joseph Curl writes about Comey’s embarrassing tantrum. 

Robert Charles opines in the Washington Time on the Clintons and the rule of law.

George J. Marlin opines on the good old days.

Donald Devine wants the FBI to return law enforcement and basics.  (Don’t we all!)

The Daily Signal:  Andrew McCabe Lied. So Will the FBI Apply the Same Rules Against Him That It Applies to All of Us?

Breaking:  Comey, Clinton, McCabe and Lynch Officially Referred For Criminal Investigation. 

Is it possible the main stream media is turning on Comey?

Wednesday’s with Walter E. Williams

Rest in Peace Barbara Bush.  

 Parole board flooded with letters after Herman Bell decision,  but will they listen? Make they by flooding them with more letters, his DIN number is:  79C0262, a prisoner at SHAWANGUNK. 

Wow.  Can you believe Sen. Jeffrey Klein?.  What a publicity-hungry, hypocritical egomaniac! 

In case you missed our Daily Update yesterday, here is some of the coverage on the fact that the state executive committee recommended to the full state committee that when they meet to endorse a gubernatorial candidate it will be County Executive Marc Molinaro.  LoHud ran this; State of Politics ran this;  Mid-Hudson News has this short clip; Syracuse.com wrote this; Spectrum broadcast this and  Tom Precious ran this in the Buffalo News.

Tom Precious also ran this article on Cuomo’s favorability ratings in today’s Buffalo News.

The Manhattan Institute explains why Mayor de Blasio latest taxing idea is really bad.  Mayor de Blasio wants to impose a “vacancy tax” on landlords who fail to find tenants for their properties.

How could an American who voted for the Moscow-backed Communist Party USA candidate for president, Gus Hall, during the height of the Cold War become the head of the CIA?  Oh, that’s right, it was Barack Obama’s CIA.  . 

Obama’s Justice Dept. feuded with FBI, agents quit as politics played larger role. 

‘Shaking Their Heads:’ FBI Veterans Share Concerns On Comey Interview.

Trump is winning — that’s why the left is unraveling.

Still waiting for the garlic bullet. 

Revisionist history is terrible, but, this takes the prize for being the most unbelievable history textbook ever written.  Parents:  are your children being taught this?  Check the publisher; check the books. 

While we are justified in questioning Pearson’s text books, we are also justified as to asking why are our tax dollars being used for this???  Outrageous, simply outrageous, whether it be tax dollars or private dollars.

Parents, another problem you should be aware of:  A slew of apps are creepily spying on our kids.

E. J. McMahon opines on looking ahead to nest year’s tax day and Ken Girardin opines on Cuomo’s renewable flop continues.  

Stephen Moore opines on the Trillion-Dollar Myth.

Gorsuch Casts Deciding Vote on Immigration Case – It May Surprise You.  Just remember, Justice Gorsuch is a Constitutionalist first and foremost.   

In case you missed this:   NYS Conservative Party leaders back Molinaro for governor.  Read Kenneth Lovett’s article here.   The State of Politics has Marc Molinaro’s statement on the recommendation. 

This past Thursday, GOP gubernatorial candidate files ethics complaint against Cuomo. 

You can follow Marc Molinaro on his Facebook page here.

The Empire Center ‘s, E. J. McMahon, is report how Governor Cuomo has dug New York into a giant tax trap.

A quick reminder of how Governor Cuomo raided  Fidelis Care.   

The Manhattan Institute reminds us that  Cuomo’s self-aggrandizement is over the top and that the governor has a decidedly mixed record, also his leadership has fallen far short of greatness. 

The NY Post editorial board looks out for New York’ s students with  two editorials:  New York’s education ‘leaders’ are hiding the ugly truth and New York’s new schools chancellor shows he has exactly half a clue.  

The Washington Times has an interesting back story on the problems between Andrew McCabe and James Comey while the FBI employed both. 

‘A Man Without Courage’: Dershowitz Slams Comey for Leaking Trump Memos.

The RNC’s Scathing Response to Comey’s Interview.

James Comey and Loretta Lynch Snipe at Each Other Over Who’s Telling the Truth.

Seems to me the common-denominator (re: not telling the full truth) is James Comey or is it democrats in general – to confuse the facts and try to save their prestige and power?

After all as November approaches,  Guy Benson note despite the chaos, it will be difficult for the left to deny Trump’s Prosperity: Economy Sets New Record on Jobless Claims, Manufacturing Optimism Approaches All-Time High

Many, in fact too many, college campus’ are heading down this road.  

President Trump wants to reform welfare programs so that they lift people out of poverty, and there are many steps that can be taken to revolutionize public assistance. The President’s call for work requirements has predictably outraged the left, but it sounds like a good idea to me. 

What do you think is the best reason for emphasizing work in welfare programs? That’s the first question in our new Weekly Poll.

You can’t make this stuff up: London is imposing knife control in a new crime-fighting effort, which I’m sure will be as successful as gun control. The Babylon Bee has some fun with the situation with a “handy” idea.

More Mueller in the news this week, of course – I agree with Rich Lowry that this should be the end of the special counsel racket.  Rush Limbaugh has a strategy for shutting down the whole witch hunt.

Censorship is alive and well and living in social media, and Sen. Ted Cruz masterfully highlighted this epidemic in this week’s Facebook hearings in Congress. Everything from pro-life to pro-Trump opinions are being targeted (not to mention social media outlets went to great lengths to help reelect President Obama – the hypocrisy here is astounding).

How concerned are you that Twitter, Facebook, YouTube and other online titans are silencing conservative ideas? That’s the second question in our new Weekly Poll.

With Paul Ryan’s impending departure, there is only one way forward for Republicans – fighting for bedrock, conservative principles – or, as Rep. Jim Jordan puts it to his fellow GOP legislators, “Let’s just do what we said we would do.” The success of the Trump tax cuts proves that’s a sensible way forward. 

This raises the question, of course – what do you believe is the most important conservative principle? I’ll make that the third and final question in our new Weekly Poll.

Have a great weekend!