Mike LiPetri For Congress

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Assemblyman Mike LiPetri is one of the better candidates running on Long Island.  He is looking to succeed Peter King in Congressional District 2.

His position on 2A:

“… I am a strong supporter of working men and women and our fundamental liberties as Americans including the 2nd Amendment. My opponent voted for legislation that strips gun owners of the right to bear arms without due process. I voted against this and am proud of my “A” rating and endorsement from the NRA. Law-abiding Americans have every right to defend their homes, businesses, and families and I will always fight to defend these freedoms …”

His GOP primary opponent is Assemblyman Andrew Garbarino. I believe the bill LiPetri referring to is the “Red Flag” seizure bill A-2689/S-2451 which Garbarino voted for.

The right to live without assault weapons

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Latest ad running on television by Evelyn Farkas for the CD-17 Democrat primary:

She isn’t even the worst candidate running in this race either.

Newsbits

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Thursday’s Newsbits:

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LI residents face long lines for guns, ammo

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NRA backs Caldarera over Malliotakis in GOP primary

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I had a laugh after reading this:

“The National Rifle Association has fired a political shot in what had been considered a non-competitive Republican primary for the 11th congressional seat in Staten Island and southern Brooklyn. The NRA has endorsed little-known candidate Joe Caldarera over veteran state Assemblywoman Nicole Malliotakis, who is the heavy favorite to win the primary and take on first-term Democratic Rep. Max Rose in the general election …”

I don’t believe Malliotakis can beat Rose.  She ran a godawful campaign for Mayor.

“… The NRA gave Caldarera the nod after giving Malliotakis a C minus for her legislative voting record. She voted for the NY Secure Ammunition and Firearms Enforcement Act in 2013 — gun safety restrictions that are opposed by the gun-rights lobby …”

She deserves an F. Inflating her grade simply because she is a Republican is not helpful to the cause.

“… The NRA said it gave Caldarera, 28, the endorsement based on his answers in its questionnaire. He has never held office or taken any votes to be judged on. “I have always been steadfast and strong in my support for our 2nd Amendment constitutional rights, and I am thrilled that the NRA has endorsed my campaign. Nicole Malliotakis does not share the values of the people of Staten Island and South Brooklyn, and I am looking forward to offering them a loyal conservative choice on June 23rd,” Caldarera said in a statement …”

From a practical standpoint, there’s no reason not to take him at his word.

“… Some independent political observers, such as the Cook Political Report, consider the 11th congressional district a toss-up in the general election …”

I don’t, not with Malliotakis as the alternative.

League of Women Voters SD-49 candidate forum

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The League of Women Voters of Saratoga County will film a candidate forum with State Senate District 49 Democratic primary candidates Thearse McCalmon and Donovan McRae.  They are requesting questions in advance from the community. Send your questions to vslwvsc@gmail.com with Senate 49 Primary in the subject line by June 3. The video will be posted on their website on June 5.

Simotas plugging her bill

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Assemblywoman Aravella Simotas is plugging her bill requiring courts notify individuals who apply for an order of protection of their ability to obtain an Extreme Risk Protection Order:

“… “Our Red Flag law is a vital tool that can prevent gun violence before senseless tragedies occur and New Yorkers should be aware that they can seek this protection,” Simotas said. “New York is facing a serious domestic violence crisis and it is critical that every survivor is informed that they can obtain an extreme risk protection order to have law enforcement proactively intervene to find and remove guns from their abuser.” … “This life-saving measure will expand access to extreme risk protection orders reducing intimate partner abuse fatalities, mass shootings, and suicides in our state,” Simotas said …”

The bill in question is A-10487.  Senate companion is S-7929.

Newsbits

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Friday’s Newsbits:

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Eating their own

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A number of years ago George Soros-backed David Soares upset an incumbent to become Albany County District Attorney.

During Soares’ time in office, he’s been a strong advocate for gun control.  Now, the people who put him in office are turning on him.

According to the Times-Union, the Left’s newest darling challenger Matt Toporowski has outraised Soares 2-1.  I am unaware of Toporowski’s position on 2A, but have low expectations for him. Given a historical low turnout for party primaries there is a good chance history will repeat itself.  It couldn’t happen to a more deserving guy.

Everytown endorsements

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Everytown’s list of candidate endorsements is out:

“Everytown for Gun Safety rolled out its first round of House endorsements on Thursday, committing to double down on their effort to protect what they have dubbed a “gun sense majority” in the lower chamber. The 58 endorsements, which were released exclusively to The Hill, marks the first round of the group’s $60 million electoral program … The group’s senior political adviser Charlie Kelly said Everytown’s priority is to defend a number of incumbents facing contested races in an effort to defend the pro-gun control majority in the House. “Time and again, this gun sense majority in the House has made it absolutely clear, and made gun safety a priority,” Kelly said. “It’s important that we keep the leadership of the chamber and that gun sense majority.” …”

Those from New York include:

The list looks to be primarily safe seats for them so while $60 million is a lot of money it does not appear to be spent very effectively.  It is not necessary to give money to Nadler & Maloney other than to protect them from primary challengers who are going after them for reasons other than their advocacy for gun control.