Post Tagged with: "Brian M. Kolb"

Too many cars and not enough road as traffic grinds to a halt at Webster Avenue and East Bedford Park Boulevard.--Photo by David Greene

Driver’s License Debate Fails On Principle, Policy & PopularityOPINION:

Legislative Column from Assembly Minority Leader Brian M. Kolb (R,C-Canandaigua) A proposal before the Legislature that would allow illegal immigrants to apply for driver’s licenses is meritless, dangerous and an affront to both state and federal laws designed to facilitate […]

by · May 12, 2019 · Op Ed, Opinion
Budget Blueprint for a Better New York Offered by Assembly GOP

Budget Blueprint for a Better New York Offered by Assembly GOP

Assembly Minority Leader Brian M. Kolb (R,C-Canandaigua) and members of the Assembly Minority Conference hosted a press conference today calling on Gov. Cuomo and legislative leaders to include critical measures to reduce costs, boost economic growth and improve New Yorkers’ […]

by · February 27, 2019 · News
Governor Cuomo’s Ugly Political Posturing Crosses a Line

Governor Cuomo’s Ugly Political Posturing Crosses a Line

GOVERNOR CUOMO’S UGLY POLITICAL POSTURING CROSSES A LINE Legislative Column from Assembly Minority Leader Brian M. Kolb Andrew Cuomo’s latest foot-in-mouth statement that America “was never that great” provided a look into an offensive liberal mentality and represents another display […]

by · August 29, 2018 · Opinion
Governor Cuomo’s Ugly Political Posturing Crosses a Line

Governor Cuomo’s Ugly Political Posturing Crosses a Line

GOVERNOR CUOMO’S UGLY POLITICAL POSTURING CROSSES A LINE Legislative Column from Assembly Minority Leader Brian M. Kolb Andrew Cuomo’s latest foot-in-mouth statement that America “was never that great” provided a look into an offensive liberal mentality and represents another display […]

by · August 26, 2018 · Opinion
NEW YORK, NY - APRIL 09:  New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo speaks at a press conference on new corruption legislation on April 9, 2013 in New York City.  Cuomo announced the Public Trust Act which would establish a new class of corruption crimes and require officials to report corruption. New York State politicians were arrested in two bribery cases last week.  (Photo by Mario Tama/Getty Images)

BUFFALO BILLION II: SAME SAD VERDICT

BUFFALO BILLION II: Convicted, Again By Brian M. Kolb Jurors handed down guilty verdicts to four high-profile executives involved with an economic development pet project of Gov. Cuomo’s that came to highlight nearly everything wrong with how New York does […]

by · August 15, 2018 · News, Op Ed, Opinion
APRIL IS NATIONAL DONATE LIFE MONTH

APRIL IS NATIONAL DONATE LIFE MONTH

Organ donation saves lives. Sadly, there are thousands of individuals on waiting lists who may not be able to receive the kidney, heart or liver they so desperately need. This month, join me in raising awareness of an important and […]

by · April 15, 2018 · Opinion
Office of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo

New York needs to get its fiscal house in order

Legislative Column from Assembly Minority Leader Brian M. Kolb (R-Canandaigua) This week, Gov. Cuomo devoted a great deal of his State of the State address explaining how the newly-passed federal tax reform bill will hurt New York. If you look […]

by · January 7, 2018 · Opinion
On Thursday, December 7, 2017, Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. hosted the borough's annual Christmas tree at The Bronx County Building. Credit: Office of the Bronx BP

Elected Officials Share Christmas Greetings

“From my family to yours, Merry Christmas. I hope this day is filled with family, love, charity, and happiness.” House Democratic Caucus Chairman Rep. Joe Crowley “As we gather with family and friends this holiday, I ask all New Yorkers […]

by · December 26, 2017 · Bulletin Board, News, Politics
Opinion: Kolb Speaks Out on State Budget

Opinion: Kolb Speaks Out on State Budget

“After an inexcusable delay, Albany has arrived at a 2017-18 State Budget. The entire process has been rife with dysfunction and clearly demonstrates the system is broken. In addition to being a week late, the 2017-18 spending plan was preceded […]

by · April 9, 2017 · Government, Op Ed
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Op-Ed: A Special Season Doesn’t Need A Special Session

A SPECIAL SEASON DOESN’T NEED A SPECIAL SESSION By Assembly Minority Leader Brian M. Kolb Across the world, we enter the most festive time of year. This weekend, New Yorkers will take time to celebrate Christmas and Hanukkah alongside families […]

by · December 25, 2016 · Op Ed
Scandal-Plagued Leglislative Session Ends With A Whimper

Scandal-Plagued Leglislative Session Ends With A Whimper

The Legislature Failed To Do Enough To Overcome A Scandal-Plagued Session That Will Be Remembered For The Wrong Reasons The 2015 legislative session ends with too many lawmakers leaving Albany with a feeling of relief, rather than a sense of accomplishment. […]

by · June 26, 2015 · Government, Op Ed