Who’s to blame if Albany doesn’t see ethics reform this year? This Times editorial discusses the topic.
Category: New York
New York ethics reform may face veto
New York passed new ethics rules, but they may face a veto. LegislativeGazette.com has the story. Soon after the reform bill was passed last Wednesday, Gov. David A. Paterson, who previously called for sweeping ethics reform in his State of the State address, issued a statement that said the reform package was not strong enough […]
What’s next for ethics reform in New York
The Times writes about ethics reform in New York this morning. If Albany’s lawmakers cannot tell voters that they have started draining their political swamp, then they have nothing to offer this fall. New York voters should let their elected representatives know that they want ethics reform — or new representatives. That would strengthen Governor […]