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Books by and about 2020 presidential candidates |
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Crippled America,
by Donald J. Trump (2015) |
Fire and Fury,
by Michael Wolff (2018) |
Trump Revealed,
by Michael Kranish and Marc Fisher (2016) |
The Making of Donald Trump,
by David Cay Johnston (2016) |
Promise Me, Dad ,
by Joe Biden (2017) |
The Book of Joe ,
by Jeff Wilser (2019; biography of Joe Biden) |
The Truths We Hold,
by Kamala Harris (2019) |
Smart on Crime,
by Kamala Harris (2010) |
Guide to Political Revolution,
by Bernie Sanders (2017) |
Where We Go From Here,
by Bernie Sanders (2018) |
Our Revolution,
by Bernie Sanders (2016) |
This Fight Is Our Fight,
by Elizabeth Warren (2017) |
United,
by Cory Booker (2016) |
Conscience of a Conservative,
by Jeff Flake (2017) |
Two Paths,
by Gov. John Kasich (2017) |
Every Other Monday,
by Rep. John Kasich (2010) |
Courage is Contagious,
by John Kasich (1998) |
Shortest Way Home,
by Pete Buttigieg (2019) |
Becoming,
by Michelle Obama (2018) |
Higher Loyalty,
by James Comey (2018) |
The Making of Donald Trump,
by David Cay Johnston (2017) |
Trump vs. Hillary On The Issues ,
by Jesse Gordon (2016) |
Outsider in the White House,
by Bernie Sanders (2015) |
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Book Reviews |
(from Amazon.com) |
(click a book cover for a review or other books by or about the presidency from Amazon.com)
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News coverage of 2022 House races in New York
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from 2022 House NY elections (number of quotes indicated):
- Anthony D`Esposito (2) Republican U.S. Rep New York-4
- Daniel Sachs Goldman (2) Democrat U.S. Rep New York-10
- Joe Sempolinski (4) Republican U.S. Rep New York-23
- Lee Zeldin (1) New York Republican challenger for Governor
- Nick LaLota (2) Republican U.S. Rep New York-1
- Nick Langworthy (2) Republican U.S. Rep New York-23
- Patrick Kevin Ryan (5) Democrat U.S. Rep New York-18
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2022 House of Representatives races in New York:
- NY-3: Wall Street Journal, "House Expels Santos After Ethics Report," by Katy Stech Ferek and Jimmy Vielkind, December 2 - 3, 2023, (Link)
- NY-1: Dan's Insider Hamptons Newsletter, "High Profile: Nick LaLota's Lifetime of Service Continues in Congress," by Todd Shapiro, January 8, 2023, (Link)
- NY-1: Stony Brook Press, "Fleming vs. LaLota: A local race that could decide control of Congress," by Matt Hono, Oct 27, 2022, (Link)
- NY-1: On H.R.8 / S.529: Rep. Zeldin Statement In Opposition to Omar "Islamophobia" Resolution, December 14, 2021
- NY-4: Jewish Insider, "Nassau Republicans are all in on Anthony D'Esposito," by Marc Rod, May 10, 2022, (Link)
- NY-4: The Island 360, "Gillen, D'Esposito clash on gun control legislation during Newsday interview," by Robert Pelaez, October 16, 2022, (Link)
- NY-10: Bklyner.com (Brooklyner Neighborhood News), "Dan Goldman is the Safe Pragmatic Vote," by Liena Zagare, Jul 28, 2022, (Link)
- NY-19: WHSV, "Newly-elected lawmaker is on a ‘mission’ to protect abortion rights nationwide," by Jamie Bittner, Sep. 27, 2022, (Link)
- NY-19: Daily Freeman, "Pat Ryan, Colin Schmitt take shots at each other over abortion at Ulster Chamber event," by Patricia R. Doxsey, September 27, 2022, (Link)
- NY-19: WSKG, "Pat Ryan touts leadership, business experience," by Vaughn Golden, August 15, 2022, (Link)
- NY-23: Binghamton Press & Sun-Bulletin: "House candidates Della Pia, Langworthy answer midterm questions on key topics," by Dustin Racioppi, Nov. 3, 2022, (Link)
- NY-23: Olean Times Herald, "Della Pia, Sempolinski seek good turnout in special congressional election," by Rick Miller, Aug 19, 2022, (Link)
- NY-23: WSKG, "Sempolinski touts district experience," by Vaughn Golden, August 18, 2022, (Link)
- NY-23: WENY, "Joe Sempolinski Won't Seek Full Term," by Renata Stiehl, May 23rd 2022, (Link)
Special coverage of "Red Wave" states:
- CA: 6 new House members including 3 Democratic holds; and 2 Republican takeovers + 2 Democratic & 1 Republican redistricting losses
- FL: 6 new House members, including 2 Democratic holds and 4 Republican takeovers + 1 Democratic redistricting loss
- NC: 5 new House members including 2 Democratic holds & 1 Republican hold; and 4 Republican takeovers + 1 Democratic & 1 Republican redistricting losses
- NY: 8 new House members including 1 Democratic hold & 3 Republican holds; and 4 Democratic takeovers + 1 Democratic & 1 Republican redistricting losses
- TX: 6 new House members, including 1 Republican holds; and 1 Republican redistricting loss
- All other states: 91 new House members (including special elections) including 9 net Republican takeovers (including 5 states above)
- Endorsements: Organizational endorsements of new House members, from groups that focus on one issue
Conclusion: the "Red Wave" means Republicans made some gains in Congress, mostly due to redistricting -- enough to gain the majority and the Speakership.
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| OnTheIssues.org excerpts: (click on issues for details)
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Abortion
Patrick Kevin Ryan: On a mission to fight for reproductive rights and freedoms.
Nick Langworthy: Pro-life with exception for rape, incest, life of mother.
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Budget & Economy
Nick LaLota: Supports shrinking the government budget.
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Civil Rights
Lee Zeldin: Fighting Islamophobia requires defining "Islamophobia".
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Crime
Patrick Kevin Ryan: Voted for bill providing grants to small police forces .
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Energy & Oil
Joe Sempolinski: Don't fight climate change with wholesale economic change.
Daniel Sachs Goldman: Best way to energy independence is renewable energy.
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Families & Children
Joe Sempolinski: Pro-life means helping after the baby is born.
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Gun Control
Anthony D`Esposito: Focus needs to be on those carrying illegal firearms.
Nick Langworthy: More laws targeting law-abiding gun owners not the answer.
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Health Care
Daniel Sachs Goldman: Expand current health care programs, against single-payer.
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Homeland Security
Patrick Kevin Ryan: Bill would expand eligibility for home loans for veterans.
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Immigration
Patrick Kevin Ryan: Creating a pathway for DREAMers is a no brainer.
Nick LaLota: The porous border is the root of many public safety issues.
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Principles & Values
Joe Sempolinski: Won't run against incumbent friend in newly drawn district.
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Tax Reform
Joe Sempolinski: Inevitable that new IRS agents will go after middle class.
Anthony D`Esposito: Run government like a business; protect taxpayer .
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War & Peace
Patrick Kevin Ryan: We need clarity and agreement on goals in helping Ukraine.
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The above quotations are from News coverage of 2022 House races in New York.
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