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Governor, Mayors and Pundits:
Rob Astorino on Principles & Values
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| Republican Gubernatorial Challenger :
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Mike Bloomberg on Principles & Values
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Mayor of New York City (Independent):
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- I will support any Democratic nominee against Trump. (Feb 2020)
- Ran as Republican because NYC Dems wouldn't let me on ballot. (Feb 2020)
- If elected will put company into blind trust and sell it. (Feb 2020)
- Ridiculous to throw out capitalism; communism doesn't work. (Feb 2020)
- Knows how to beat Trump and his vile policies. (Nov 2019)
- Words matter; what President says is very important. (Aug 2019)
- American Cities Initiative philanthropies gave away $6.4B. (Feb 2019)
- Trump was not a business manager; I ran large organizations. (Apr 2018)
- Keep religion and politics separate. (Jan 2014)
- Self-made billionaire from financial information company. (Sep 2010)
- 1940s: Raised in Medford, reached Eagle Scout at early age. (Sep 2010)
- Childhood home included kosher kitchen, but mom bent rules. (Sep 2010)
- Bill Clinton's sin was self-indulgence, not immorality. (Sep 2010)
- Outsider to both Republican and Democratic establishment. (Sep 2010)
- OpEd: Stiff in public; impatient with retail handshaking. (Sep 2010)
- Impatient with government; executive ok; not legislative. (Sep 2010)
- Offered independent ticket by Sen. Chuck Hagel (R, NE). (May 2007)
- Will decide in early ‘08 on run as self-financed independent. (Mar 2007)
- Acquisition of money inextricably tied to hard work. (Oct 2005)
- Charitable giving based on “Where can I make a difference?”. (Oct 2005)
- Started Bloomberg company after Salomon Bros. fired him. (Aug 2001)
- Candidates' religious beliefs should be kept private. (Sep 2010)
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Andrew Cuomo on Principles & Values
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Democratic Governor:
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- 1982: ran father Mario Cuomo's gubernatorial campaign. (Dec 2018)
- Committed to community and standing together. (Oct 2014)
- Liberals believe that government could solve all problems. (Oct 2014)
- Committed to community and standing together. (Oct 2014)
- Practical experience trumps theory, no matter how visionary. (Oct 2014)
- OpEd: Primary challenge doubles the campaign donation limit. (Jun 2014)
- Five-point plan to build a New NY. (Nov 2010)
- To win the argument, you must make one. (Oct 2003)
- Aggressive progressives: social/economic/racial justice. (Oct 2003)
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Bill de Blasio on Principles & Values
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NYC Mayor; Democratic Presidential Challenger (withdrawn):
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- Restructure society: tax the hell out of the wealthy. (Jul 2019)
- Impeach Trump, but Dems should talk about working people. (Jul 2019)
- Restructure society: tax the hell out of the wealthy. (Jul 2019)
- Talk about day-to-day issues, not impeachment. (Apr 2019)
- People are looking for bold, progressive change. (Apr 2019)
- A progressive who wants to change things. (Dec 2017)
- We lost our identity in trap of triangulation & moderation. (Dec 2017)
- Religious identity: spiritual but not religious. (Jan 2014)
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John DeFrancisco on Principles & Values
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| Republican Challenger for NY Governor:
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Shaun Donovan on Principles & Values
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Democratic candidate for NYC Mayor:
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- Volunteered in a homeless shelter during college. (Mar 2021)
- Organize "15-minute neighborhoods," a short walk to things. (Mar 2021)
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Kirsten Gillibrand on Principles & Values
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Democratic Senator (NY); Democratic Candidate for President (withdrawn) :
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- Trump has torn apart fabric of this country. (Jul 2019)
- Women in America are on fire; not the time to play it safe. (Jun 2019)
- Pushed to oust Al Franken from Senate for sexual harassment. (Apr 2019)
- Weight has always been an issue for me. (Sep 2014)
- Weekly "Sunlight Report" detailing how she spends her time. (Sep 2014)
- Won in Republican district; Democrats outnumbered 2-1. (Sep 2014)
- It's a lie that ambition is counter to feminism. (Sep 2014)
- Accused of hiding facts connecting cigarettes and cancer. (Oct 2010)
- Interned for Republican Sen. Alfonse D'Amato. (Jan 2009)
- Voted YES on confirming of Sonia Sotomayor to Supreme Court. (Aug 2009)
- Member of the "Blue Dog" Coalition of conservative Democrats. (Nov 2007)
- Question Trump on Emoluments clause. (May 2017)
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Andrew Giuliani on Principles & Values
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Republican challenger for Governor:
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- I'm a politician out of the womb; it's in my DNA. (May 2021)
- Trump a father figure, helped him during parents' divorce. (May 2021)
- As 7-year-old, upstaged father's inaugural address as mayor. (May 2021)
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Howie Hawkins on Principles & Values
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Green Party Challenger for President:
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- Picked actual progressive woman of color as running mate. (Aug 2020)
- Democracy needs socialism; socialize many economic sectors. (May 2019)
- Danger of Trump doesn't mean electing "any damned Democrat". (Apr 2019)
- Third parties force issues neglected by major parties. (Nov 2018)
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Kathy Hochul on Principles & Values
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Democratic Lt. Governor:
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- Not strongly ideological; more practical. (Mar 2021)
- Upbringing taught her to care for poor, imprisoned, homeless. (Mar 2018)
- Catholic upbringing: care for poor, imprisoned, & homeless. (Mar 2018)
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Marc Molinaro on Principles & Values
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Republican candidate for governor of New York:
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- Grassroots elected official: mayor & County legislator. (Aug 2018)
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Cynthia Nixon on Principles & Values
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Democratic candidate for governor of New York:
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- Corrupt, corporate Dems can't fight corrupt, corporate GOP. (Aug 2018)
- Vote for the homo, not for the Cuomo. (May 2018)
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George Pataki on Principles & Values
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Republican NY Governor:
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- Limited-government conservative, especially 10th Amendment. (Oct 2015)
- Need judges and courts that support the rule of law. (Sep 2015)
- I've seen government from the outside as well as the inside. (Aug 2015)
- Served as mayor, Assemblyman & state Senator before Governor. (May 2015)
- Raised in a small town where the American Dream was real. (May 2015)
- People safe in their homes are free to pursue their dreams. (Nov 2006)
- #6 on Human Events’ list of Top Ten RINOs. (Dec 2005)
- Bush does what he says he’ll do. (Sep 2004)
- Religious affiliation: Catholic. (Nov 2000)
- Member, National Governors Association/Economic Development. (Jan 2001)
- Member of Republican Governors Association. (Aug 2001)
- Member of the Republican Main Street Partnership . (Jan 2001)
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Larry Sharpe on Principles & Values
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| Libertarian candidate for Vice President:
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Zephyr Teachout on Principles & Values
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Democratic Gubernatorial Challenger :
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- Endorsed by Our Revolution national progressive group. (Nov 2016)
- Political icons: Teddy Roosevelt & Louis Brandeis. (Jul 2014)
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Andrew Yang on Principles & Values
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Democratic Presidential Challenger & Tech CEO:
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- Outdoor celebrations for the end of the pandemic. (Mar 2021)
- Will regularly ride the subway, buses, and his bike as Mayor. (Mar 2021)
- Impeachment: Open to pardoning Trump if elected. (Dec 2019)
- Impeachment won't solve problems that got Trump elected. (Oct 2019)
- Not left or right, but forward. (Oct 2019)
- Let's build a forward coalition toward democracy. (Jun 2019)
- Subsidize journalists to do local reporting. (Feb 2019)
- 2006: Founded test-prep company Manhattan GMAT. (Feb 2014)
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Lee Zeldin on Principles & Values
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Republican challenger for Governor:
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- Never experienced antisemitism, including within GOP. (Aug 2020)
- Impeachment: voted against second trial for Trump. (Aug 2020)
- Supports barring anti-religious art funding. (Aug 2014)
- Young Gun candidate in national Republican "Drive to 245". (Oct 2014)
- Overturn presidential election due to pandemic voting rules. (Dec 2020)
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Chele Farley on Principles & Values
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Republican candidate for senator from New York:
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- Condemned with IFFY award for running "Issue-Free" campaign. (Oct 2018)
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Kirsten Gillibrand on Principles & Values
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Democratic Senator (NY); Democratic Candidate for President (withdrawn) :
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- Trump has torn apart fabric of this country. (Jul 2019)
- Women in America are on fire; not the time to play it safe. (Jun 2019)
- Pushed to oust Al Franken from Senate for sexual harassment. (Apr 2019)
- Weight has always been an issue for me. (Sep 2014)
- Weekly "Sunlight Report" detailing how she spends her time. (Sep 2014)
- Won in Republican district; Democrats outnumbered 2-1. (Sep 2014)
- It's a lie that ambition is counter to feminism. (Sep 2014)
- Accused of hiding facts connecting cigarettes and cancer. (Oct 2010)
- Interned for Republican Sen. Alfonse D'Amato. (Jan 2009)
- Voted YES on confirming of Sonia Sotomayor to Supreme Court. (Aug 2009)
- Member of the "Blue Dog" Coalition of conservative Democrats. (Nov 2007)
- Question Trump on Emoluments clause. (May 2017)
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Wendy Long on Principles & Values
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Republican Senate Challenger:
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- Human nature's propensity for sin necessitates Constitution. (Nov 2016)
- Conservative work for Judicial Confirmation Network. (Nov 2016)
- Clerked for Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas. (Mar 2016)
- OpEd: provides conservative Republican ideological diversity. (Oct 2012)
- Supports Judeo-Christian framework of morality. (Nov 2016)
- Supports religious liberty and sees it at risk. (Nov 2016)
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Alex Merced on Principles & Values
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Libertarian for Senate:
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- I consider myself spiritual, via faith and forgiveness. (Nov 2016)
- Laws should not force practicing values of any religion. (Jul 2016)
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Marc Molinaro on Principles & Values
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Republican nominee:
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- Grassroots elected official: mayor & County legislator. (Aug 2018)
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Scott Noren on Principles & Values
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| Democratic candidate for senator from New York:
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Dave Webber on Principles & Values
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Republican Candidate for New York U.S. Senator:
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- Push back against those who want to pray in public. (Jul 2018)
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House:
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Timothy Bishop on Principles & Values
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| Democratic Representative (NY-1):
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Yvette Clarke on Principles & Values
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Democrat:
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- Member of Congressional Black Caucus. (Jan 2001)
- Reject Bush's Florida electors due to election fraud. (Jan 2001)
- Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus. (Oct 2001)
- Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus. (Nov 2007)
- Question Trump on Emoluments clause. (May 2017)
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Chris Collins on Principles & Values
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Republican (District 27):
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- Stripped of committee posts while under indictment. (Feb 2019)
- Member of the House Republican Young Guns. (Aug 2012)
- Member of the Republican Study Committee. (Jan 2016)
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Joseph Crowley on Principles & Values
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Democratic Representative (NY-7):
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- 8th on list of "10 Poorest Members of Congress". (Sep 2013)
- Religious affiliation: Catholic. (Nov 2000)
- Supports Hyde Park Declaration of "Third Way" centrism. (Aug 2000)
- New Democrat: "Third Way" instead of left-right debate. (Nov 2000)
- Member of Democratic Leadership Council. (Nov 2007)
- Religious freedom means no religious registry. (May 2016)
- Question Trump on Emoluments clause. (May 2017)
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Antonio Delgado on Principles & Values
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| Democrat (District 19):
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Dan Donovan on Principles & Values
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| Republican (District 11):
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Eliot Engel on Principles & Values
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Democrat/Liberal Representative (NY-17):
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- Religious affiliation: Jewish. (Nov 2000)
- Supports Hyde Park Declaration of "Third Way" centrism. (Aug 2000)
- Profiled in "Jews in American Politics". (Jan 2001)
- Member of Democratic Leadership Council. (Nov 2007)
- Religious freedom means no religious registry. (May 2016)
- Question Trump on Emoluments clause. (May 2017)
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Adriano Espaillat on Principles & Values
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Democrat (District 13):
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- Question Trump on Emoluments clause. (May 2017)
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John Faso on Principles & Values
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| Republican (District 19):
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Vito Fossella on Principles & Values
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Rep./Cons./Right-To-Life Representative (NY-13):
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- Religious affiliation: Catholic. (Nov 2000)
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Richard Hanna on Principles & Values
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Republican (District 22):
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- Endorsed by Log Cabin Republicans; supports gay rights. (Aug 2012)
- Religious freedom means no religious registry. (May 2016)
- Member of the Republican Study Committee. (Jan 2016)
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Nan Hayworth on Principles & Values
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Republican (District 18):
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- Endorsed by Log Cabin Republicans; supports gay rights. (Aug 2012)
- Young Gun candidate in national Republican "Drive to 245". (Oct 2014)
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Brian Higgins on Principles & Values
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Democratic Representative (NY-27):
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- Supports Hyde Park Declaration of "Third Way" centrism. (Aug 2000)
- Member of Democratic Leadership Council. (Nov 2007)
- Religious freedom means no religious registry. (May 2016)
- Question Trump on Emoluments clause. (May 2017)
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Steve Israel on Principles & Values
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Democratic Representative (NY-2):
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- 6th on list of "10 Poorest Members of Congress". (Sep 2013)
- Supports Hyde Park Declaration of "Third Way" centrism. (Aug 2000)
- New Democrat: "Third Way" instead of left-right debate. (Nov 2000)
- Profiled in "Jews in American Politics". (Jan 2001)
- Member of the "Blue Dog" Coalition of conservative Democrats. (Nov 2007)
- Member of Democratic Leadership Council. (Nov 2007)
- Religious freedom means no religious registry. (May 2016)
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Hakeem Jeffries on Principles & Values
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Democrat (District 8):
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- Religious freedom means no religious registry. (May 2016)
- Question Trump on Emoluments clause. (May 2017)
- Trump betrayed national interest AND corruptly abused power. (Dec 2019)
- Trump sought a favor: wanted Ukraine to investigate Biden. (Jan 2020)
- Senate should remove Trump to prevent further abuse of power. (Jan 2020)
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John Katko on Principles & Values
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Republican House Member (District 24):
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- Young Gun candidate in national Republican "Drive to 245". (Oct 2014)
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Peter King on Principles & Values
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Rep./Ind./Cons./Right-To-Life Representative (NY-3):
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- Religious affiliation: Catholic. (Nov 2000)
- Contract with America: 10 bills in 1st 100 days of Congress. (Sep 1994)
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Nita Lowey on Principles & Values
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Democratic Representative (NY-18):
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- Religious affiliation: Jewish. (Nov 2000)
- Profiled in "Jews in American Politics". (Jan 2001)
- Member of the Congressional Caucus for Women's Issues. (Jul 2001)
- Question Trump on Emoluments clause. (May 2017)
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Dan Maffei on Principles & Values
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Democrat (District 24):
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- National Dems' "Front line incumbent retention" target. (Oct 2014)
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Carolyn Maloney on Principles & Values
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Democrat/Liberal Representative (NY-14):
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- Religious affiliation: Presbyterian. (Nov 2000)
- Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus. (Oct 2001)
- Member of Democratic Leadership Council. (Nov 2000)
- New Democrat: "Third Way" instead of left-right debate. (Nov 2000)
- Member of the Congressional Caucus for Women's Issues. (Jul 2001)
- Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus. (Nov 2007)
- Question Trump on Emoluments clause. (May 2017)
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Sean Maloney on Principles & Values
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Democrat (District 18):
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- National Dems' "Front line incumbent retention" target. (Oct 2014)
- Religious freedom means no religious registry. (May 2016)
- Question Trump on Emoluments clause. (May 2017)
- Impeachment is remedy for personal interests over country. (Dec 2019)
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Gregory Meeks on Principles & Values
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Dem./Working-Families (NY-6):
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- Among "10 poorest House members," as measured by assets. (Sep 2013)
- Religious affiliation: Baptist. (Nov 2000)
- Supports Hyde Park Declaration of "Third Way" centrism. (Aug 2000)
- Member of Congressional Black Caucus. (Jan 2001)
- Reject Bush's Florida electors due to election fraud. (Jan 2001)
- Member of Democratic Leadership Council. (Nov 2007)
- Question Trump on Emoluments clause. (May 2017)
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Grace Meng on Principles & Values
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Democrat (District 6):
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- Religious freedom means no religious registry. (May 2016)
- Question Trump on Emoluments clause. (May 2017)
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Joe Morelle on Principles & Values
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| Democrat (District 25):
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Jerrold Nadler on Principles & Values
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Dem./Lib./Working-Families (NY-8):
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- Clinton provided blood during impeachment; Trump stonewalls. (Dec 2019)
- Mueller Report shows evidence of Trump's obstruction. (Apr 2019)
- Would lead impeachment committee very cautiously. (Dec 2017)
- Religious affiliation: Jewish. (Nov 2000)
- Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus. (Oct 2001)
- Profiled in "Jews in American Politics". (Jan 2001)
- Religious freedom means no religious registry. (May 2016)
- Question Trump on Emoluments clause. (May 2017)
- Trump betrayed national interest AND corruptly abused power. (Dec 2019)
- Trump sought a favor: wanted Ukraine to investigate Biden. (Jan 2020)
- Senate should remove Trump to prevent further abuse of power. (Jan 2020)
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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez on Principles & Values
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Democrat (District 14):
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- Trump represents fascism in the United States. (Aug 2020)
- Presidential nominee must fight for transformational change. (Jun 2019)
- Moderate is not a stance; it's just "meh". (Mar 2019)
- Election winners didn't look like me; now maybe more will. (Mar 2019)
- Activism is inherently divisive, like MLK was. (Jan 2019)
- Democratic socialist uncompromised about what's right & just. (Jun 2018)
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Tom Reed on Principles & Values
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Republican (District 23):
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- Member of the Republican Study Committee. (Jan 2016)
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Kathleen Rice on Principles & Values
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Democratic House Member (District 4):
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- Targeted House race in national Red to Blue program. (Oct 2014)
- Religious freedom means no religious registry. (May 2016)
- Question Trump on Emoluments clause. (May 2017)
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Max Rose on Principles & Values
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Jose Serrano on Principles & Values
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Democrat/Liberal Representative (NY-16):
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- Religious affiliation: Catholic. (Nov 2000)
- Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus. (Oct 2001)
- Member of Congressional Hispanic Caucus. (Nov 2007)
- Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus. (Nov 2007)
- Religious freedom means no religious registry. (May 2016)
- Question Trump on Emoluments clause. (May 2017)
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Louise Slaughter on Principles & Values
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Democratic Representative (NY-28):
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- Religious affiliation: Episcopalian. (Nov 2000)
- Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus. (Oct 2001)
- Member of the Congressional Caucus for Women's Issues. (Jul 2001)
- Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus. (Nov 2007)
- Question Trump on Emoluments clause. (May 2017)
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Elise Stefanik on Principles & Values
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Republican House Member (District 21):
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- Young Gun candidate in national Republican "Drive to 245". (Oct 2014)
- Overturn presidential election due to pandemic voting rules. (Dec 2020)
- Impeachment attempts to undo the 2016 election. (Dec 2019)
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Tom Suozzi on Principles & Values
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| Democrat (District 3):
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Zephyr Teachout on Principles & Values
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Democrat (District 19):
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- Endorsed by Our Revolution national progressive group. (Nov 2016)
- Political icons: Teddy Roosevelt & Louis Brandeis. (Jul 2014)
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Paul Tonko on Principles & Values
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Democrat (District 20):
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- Religious freedom means no religious registry. (May 2016)
- Question Trump on Emoluments clause. (May 2017)
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Nydia Velazquez on Principles & Values
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Democrat/Working-Families Representative (NY-12):
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- Religious affiliation: Catholic. (Nov 2000)
- Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus. (Oct 2001)
- Member of the Congressional Caucus for Women's Issues. (Jul 2001)
- Member of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus . (Jan 2001)
- Member of Congressional Hispanic Caucus. (Nov 2007)
- Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus. (Nov 2007)
- Religious freedom means no religious registry. (May 2016)
- Question Trump on Emoluments clause. (May 2017)
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Lee Zeldin on Principles & Values
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Republican House Member (District 1):
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- Never experienced antisemitism, including within GOP. (Aug 2020)
- Impeachment: voted against second trial for Trump. (Aug 2020)
- Supports barring anti-religious art funding. (Aug 2014)
- Young Gun candidate in national Republican "Drive to 245". (Oct 2014)
- Overturn presidential election due to pandemic voting rules. (Dec 2020)
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David Paterson on Principles & Values
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Democratic Governor (NY):
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- Democratic leader of State Senate before governorship. (Mar 2008)
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Caroline Kennedy on Principles & Values
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Democratic candidate (2008; declined 2018):
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- A Patriot's Handbook: compose a narrative of America. (Apr 2005)
- Flag represents patriotism from jingoism to protest. (Apr 2005)
- Like Chelsea, protected from childhood public scrutiny. (Nov 2003)
- Awards "Profiles in Courage" for acting on principle. (Apr 2003)
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Chris Gibson on Principles & Values
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| Republican (retiring 2016) (District 19):
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Michael Grimm on Principles & Values
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Carolyn McCarthy on Principles & Values
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Dem./Ind./Working-Families (NY-4):
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- Religious affiliation: Catholic. (Nov 2000)
- Supports Hyde Park Declaration of "Third Way" centrism. (Aug 2000)
- New Democrat: "Third Way" instead of left-right debate. (Nov 2000)
- Member of the Congressional Caucus for Women's Issues. (Jul 2001)
- Member of Democratic Leadership Council. (Nov 2007)
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Bill Owens on Principles & Values
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Democratic Representative (NY-23):
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- 2009: Endorsed by GOP candidate against Tea Party nominee. (Aug 2010)
- 2009: First Dem elected in district since 1872. (Apr 2010)
- National Dems' "Front line incumbent retention" target. (Oct 2014)
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Charles Rangel on Principles & Values
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Dem./Lib./Working-Families:
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- Attitude of gratitude: I haven't had a bad day since. (Aug 2008)
- Initiated idea of Hillary running for Senate in New York. (Aug 2008)
- Black folks are very conservative in some ways. (Aug 2008)
- 1970s: Ran for Congress on both Republican & Democrat lines. (Aug 2008)
- Prefers small constituency of House seat. (Aug 2008)
- Early ambition to chair Ways & Means Committee. (Aug 2008)
- 1971: Co-founded the Congressional Black Caucus. (Aug 2008)
- Religious affiliation: Catholic. (Nov 2000)
- Member of Congressional Black Caucus. (Jan 2001)
- Reject Bush's Florida electors due to election fraud. (Jan 2001)
- Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus. (Oct 2001)
- Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus. (Nov 2007)
- Religious freedom means no religious registry. (May 2016)
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Rudy Giuliani on Principles & Values
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Former Mayor of NYC:
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- Tweeted "quid pro quo" for Ukraine aid that Trump denied. (Dec 2019)
- No obstruction; Trump didn't testify to avoid perjury trap. (Apr 2019)
- OpEd: Dangerous to stand between Rudy and a microphone. (Apr 2018)
- OpEd: actually governed the supposedly ungovernable city. (Sep 2010)
- After 9/11, sought term-limit extension of three months. (Sep 2010)
- 2008: Campaigned as "America's Mayor" and banked on Florida. (Jan 2010)
- Follow Reagan’s advice: my 80% friend is not my 20% enemy. (Jan 2008)
- Criticized for tax-funded police security for his girlfriend. (Dec 2007)
- Bible is greatest book ever written, but it’s allegorical. (Nov 2007)
- AdWatch: NYC was “most successful turn-around in 50 years”. (Nov 2007)
- Lists John McCain as one of his heroes. (Oct 2007)
- Absent from Values Voter Presidential Debate. (Sep 2007)
- Presidency requires executive experience. (Sep 2007)
- Issues in my private life don’t affect my public performance. (Sep 2007)
- 12 Commitments to the American People. (Sep 2007)
- I have executive experience; I can restore hope to America. (Aug 2007)
- Apply motto “Live free or die” to our time. (Jun 2007)
- Optimism returns us to “morning in America”. (May 2007)
- Considered priesthood; rejected it because of celibacy. (May 2007)
- Praised RFK in law school newspaper and bashed Goldwater. (May 2007)
- Former Democrat; endorsed twice by the Liberal Party. (May 2007)
- Legacy is safer, cleaner, economically viable NYC. (Jan 2007)
- Favored for presidential nomination in CNN poll of GOP. (Sep 2006)
- Socially liberal stances: weak in primary; strong in general. (Jul 2006)
- Considered medicine & priesthood before entering law. (Oct 2002)
Past Campaigns
- Founds SolutionsAmerica PAC to help elect strong Republicans. (Dec 2006)
- Solutions America PAC supports 35 candidates for House. (Dec 2006)
- PAC supports 19 candidates for Senate; 20 for Governor. (Dec 2006)
- Bush has the courage of his convictions. (Aug 2004)
- Under Bush, America will lead rather than follow. (Aug 2004)
- Endorsed Democrat Mario Cuomo for NY Governor in 1994. (Oct 2002)
- Dropped out of 2000 Senate race to put his health first. (Oct 2002)
- This is not the right time for me to run for office. (May 2000)
- Withdraws from NY Senate race to fight his prostate cancer. (May 2000)
- Rudy discounts Bush’s impact on Senate race. (Mar 2000)
- Campaign theme: Transformation of NYC. (Dec 1999)
- Turned around NYC & made it safe again. (Nov 1999)
- Love and long term attachment needed to represent NY state. (Apr 1999)
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Carl McCall on Principles & Values
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Eliot Spitzer on Principles & Values
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Michael Benjamin on Principles & Values
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Ed Cox on Principles & Values
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Al D'Amato on Principles & Values
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Former Republican Jr Senator:
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- Member of the Republican Leadership Council. (Jan 2001)
- Fund the 50 States Commemorative Coin Program. (Dec 1997)
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Harold Ford on Principles & Values
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2010 Democratic Primary Challenger; previously US Rep (TN):
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- OpEd: 2003: ambitious stunt to run for House Minority Leader. (May 2012)
- Attended law school but failed bar exam due to campaigning. (Oct 2006)
- Campaign should be about ideas, not family political machine. (Oct 2006)
- This race is about whether we want a rubber stamp for Bush. (Oct 2006)
- Religious affiliation: Baptist. (Nov 2000)
- Member of the "Blue Dog" Coalition of conservative Democrats. (Nov 2000)
- Supports Hyde Park Declaration of "Third Way" centrism. (Aug 2000)
- Member of Congressional Black Caucus. (Jan 2001)
- Reject Bush's Florida electors due to election fraud. (Jan 2001)
- New Democrat: "Third Way" instead of left-right debate. (Nov 2000)
- Member of the "Blue Dog" Coalition of conservative Democrats. (Nov 2007)
- Member of Democratic Leadership Council. (Nov 2007)
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Daniel Frisa on Principles & Values
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Republican Former (1994-) (District 4):
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- Contract with America: 10 bills in 1st 100 days of Congress. (Sep 1994)
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Rudy Giuliani on Principles & Values
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2000 Former Republican Candidate:
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- Tweeted "quid pro quo" for Ukraine aid that Trump denied. (Dec 2019)
- No obstruction; Trump didn't testify to avoid perjury trap. (Apr 2019)
- OpEd: Dangerous to stand between Rudy and a microphone. (Apr 2018)
- OpEd: actually governed the supposedly ungovernable city. (Sep 2010)
- After 9/11, sought term-limit extension of three months. (Sep 2010)
- 2008: Campaigned as "America's Mayor" and banked on Florida. (Jan 2010)
- Follow Reagan’s advice: my 80% friend is not my 20% enemy. (Jan 2008)
- Criticized for tax-funded police security for his girlfriend. (Dec 2007)
- Bible is greatest book ever written, but it’s allegorical. (Nov 2007)
- AdWatch: NYC was “most successful turn-around in 50 years”. (Nov 2007)
- Lists John McCain as one of his heroes. (Oct 2007)
- Absent from Values Voter Presidential Debate. (Sep 2007)
- Presidency requires executive experience. (Sep 2007)
- Issues in my private life don’t affect my public performance. (Sep 2007)
- 12 Commitments to the American People. (Sep 2007)
- I have executive experience; I can restore hope to America. (Aug 2007)
- Apply motto “Live free or die” to our time. (Jun 2007)
- Optimism returns us to “morning in America”. (May 2007)
- Considered priesthood; rejected it because of celibacy. (May 2007)
- Praised RFK in law school newspaper and bashed Goldwater. (May 2007)
- Former Democrat; endorsed twice by the Liberal Party. (May 2007)
- Legacy is safer, cleaner, economically viable NYC. (Jan 2007)
- Favored for presidential nomination in CNN poll of GOP. (Sep 2006)
- Socially liberal stances: weak in primary; strong in general. (Jul 2006)
- Considered medicine & priesthood before entering law. (Oct 2002)
Past Campaigns
- Founds SolutionsAmerica PAC to help elect strong Republicans. (Dec 2006)
- Solutions America PAC supports 35 candidates for House. (Dec 2006)
- PAC supports 19 candidates for Senate; 20 for Governor. (Dec 2006)
- Bush has the courage of his convictions. (Aug 2004)
- Under Bush, America will lead rather than follow. (Aug 2004)
- Endorsed Democrat Mario Cuomo for NY Governor in 1994. (Oct 2002)
- Dropped out of 2000 Senate race to put his health first. (Oct 2002)
- This is not the right time for me to run for office. (May 2000)
- Withdraws from NY Senate race to fight his prostate cancer. (May 2000)
- Rudy discounts Bush’s impact on Senate race. (Mar 2000)
- Campaign theme: Transformation of NYC. (Dec 1999)
- Turned around NYC & made it safe again. (Nov 1999)
- Love and long term attachment needed to represent NY state. (Apr 1999)
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Abe Hirschfeld on Principles & Values
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Sue Kelly on Principles & Values
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Republican (until 2007) (District 19):
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- Religious affiliation: Presbyterian. (Nov 2000)
- Endorsed by Log Cabin Republicans; supports gay rights. (Nov 2000)
- Member of the Republican Main Street Partnership . (Jan 2001)
- Member of the Congressional Caucus for Women's Issues. (Jul 2001)
- Member of moderate GOP caucus, the Tuesday Group. (Dec 2015)
- Contract with America: 10 bills in 1st 100 days of Congress. (Sep 1994)
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John LaFalce on Principles & Values
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Democrat/Ind./Lib. (Until 2004 (District 29):
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- Religious affiliation: Catholic. (Nov 2000)
- Member of Democratic Leadership Council. (Nov 2000)
- New Democrat: "Third Way" instead of left-right debate. (Nov 2000)
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David McReynolds on Principles & Values
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2004 Green Senate challenger (NY); 2000 Socialist for Pres.:
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- Widen the range of views by including Socialists. (Sep 1999)
- Socialist Party stands for values beyond consumerism. (Sep 1999)
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Howard Mills on Principles & Values
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2004 former Republican Senate challenger (NY):
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- Plans to serve a full term. (Oct 2004)
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Susan Molinari on Principles & Values
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Republican Former (1994-) (District 13):
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- Addressed Democratic Convention as "Republican for Biden". (Aug 2020)
- Member of the Republican Leadership Council. (Jan 2001)
- Contract with America: 10 bills in 1st 100 days of Congress. (Sep 1994)
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Pat Moynihan on Principles & Values
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Democratic Senator (Former):
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- 1993 article "Defining Deviancy Down": pattern of decline. (May 2010)
- Defining deviancy down: once-reprehensible conduct now ok. (Dec 2003)
- Religious affiliation: Catholic. (Nov 2000)
- Fund the 50 States Commemorative Coin Program. (Dec 1997)
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Major Owens on Principles & Values
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Democrat (until 2007) (District 11):
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- Religious affiliation: Baptist. (Nov 2000)
- Member of Congressional Black Caucus. (Jan 2001)
- Reject Bush's Florida electors due to election fraud. (Jan 2001)
- Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus. (Nov 2007)
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Bill Paxon on Principles & Values
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Republican Former (1994-) (District 27):
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- Member of the Republican Leadership Council. (Jan 2001)
- Contract with America: 10 bills in 1st 100 days of Congress. (Sep 1994)
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Gerald Solomon on Principles & Values
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Republican Former (1994-) (District 22):
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- Contract with America: 10 bills in 1st 100 days of Congress. (Sep 1994)
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Anthony Weiner on Principles & Values
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Former Democrat(Resigned 2011) (District 9):
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- 2009: Withdrew from mayoral race rather than face Bloomberg. (Sep 2010)
- Religious affiliation: Jewish. (Nov 2000)
- Profiled in "Jews in American Politics". (Jan 2001)
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Gary Ackerman on Principles & Values
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Dem./Ind./Lib./Working-Fam. (NY-5):
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- Religious affiliation: Jewish. (Nov 2000)
- Profiled in "Jews in American Politics". (Jan 2001)
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Michael Arcuri on Principles & Values
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Democrat:
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- Member of the "Blue Dog" Coalition of conservative Democrats. (Nov 2007)
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Gary Bernsten on Principles & Values
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Sherry Boehlert on Principles & Values
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Republican/Independence (District 23):
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- #7 on Human Events’ list of Top Ten RINOs. (Dec 2005)
- Religious affiliation: Catholic. (Nov 2000)
- Endorsed by Log Cabin Republicans; supports gay rights. (Nov 2000)
- Member of the Republican Main Street Partnership . (Jan 2001)
- Contract with America: 10 bills in 1st 100 days of Congress. (Sep 1994)
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Hillary Clinton on Principles & Values
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Secretary of State; previously Democratic Senator (NY); 2016 Democratic nominee:
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- Hallelujah: I'm not giving up and neither should you. (Sep 2017)
- Not friends with Trump, but attended his wedding. (Sep 2017)
- OpEd: Out of touch with & dismissive of blue-collar workers. (Apr 2017)
- I've produced results in my 30 years of public service. (Oct 2016)
- I am a progressive who gets things done. (Feb 2016)
- A woman president does not exemplify the establishment. (Feb 2016)
- Speaking fees & donations do not equal political corruption. (Feb 2016)
- I plead guilty to being a moderate. (Feb 2016)
- Agrees with Bernie on vouchers, EPA, taxes, amnesty & voting. (Jan 2016)
- Disagrees with Bernie on crime, drugs & foreign intervention. (Jan 2016)
- President's job: keep families safe; make economy grow. (Dec 2015)
- I'm a progressive who likes to get things done. (Oct 2015)
- My email methods were a mistake, but it's over-politicized. (Oct 2015)
- As a woman, I am the ultimate outsider. (Oct 2015)
- Obama calls her "likable enough"; GOP says "untrustworthy". (Aug 2015)
- Sings to baby granddaughter, but can't carry a tune. (Apr 2015)
- We survive trauma by people showing kindness. (May 2014)
- Appointed by Obama as "team of rivals," like Lincoln. (Jun 2012)
- Tea Party will be sobered by holding office. (Sep 2010)
- 2005 advice to Sen. Obama: avoid limelight & do homework. (Jan 2010)
- On V.P. prospect: "I've already done that job". (Jan 2010)
- Lives by Wesleyan credo: Do all the good you can. (Aug 2009)
- Confidence and optimism enable us to meet our challenges. (Aug 2008)
- My own crises are nothing compared to what people often face. (Feb 2008)
- Democrats much more in step with America than GOP. (Feb 2008)
- Being the president is much more than being a CEO. (Jan 2008)
- Focus on foreign policy and revising executive orders. (Dec 2007)
- Purpose of politics is to gain power and enact programs. (Oct 2007)
- Owes opportunity for presidency to generations of women. (Aug 2007)
- 1963: called Saul Alinsky “great seducer” of young minds. (Jul 2007)
- DC home, “Whitehaven”, became center of “Hillaryland”. (Jun 2007)
- 1974: Studied Nixon’s White House for impeachment committee. (Jun 2007)
- Despite critics, fervent believer in public service. (Jun 2007)
- Prefers role as knowledgeable expert to role of visionary. (May 2007)
- Biggest mistakes: mishandling healthcare; believing in WMDs. (Apr 2007)
- Comfortable in conservative agricultural settings. (Jan 2007)
- Chair of powerful Steering and Coordinating Committee. (Feb 2004)
- Polarize issues and then compromise on best terms possible. (Feb 2004)
- Alinsky's Rules: focus on tactics & ongoing confrontation. (Feb 2004)
- Alinsky Thesis: merge alien radicalism with US conditions. (Feb 2004)
- Bill talked about social change; I embodied it. (Nov 2003)
- I liked headbands; but First Lady's appearance matters. (Nov 2003)
- "Saint Hillary" pushes politics of meaning and spirituality. (Nov 2003)
- Death of her father spurred questioning 'spiritual vacuum'. (Nov 2003)
- $8M book advance not vetted by Senate ethics panel. (Oct 2001)
- Empathized with Eleanor Roosevelt: criticized for outspoken. (Aug 1993)
- First to participate as First Lady in policy decisions. (Aug 1993)
- 1969: Humanness goes beyond acquisitiveness. (May 1969)
2016 Election
- Mueller Report: Russia bought anti-Hillary social media ads. (Apr 2019)
- Focus of Putin & Russia in 2016 was hacking Hillary's email. (Apr 2019)
- Trump challenged Russia to hack Hillary's email; Russia did. (Apr 2019)
- Email scandal: October FBI letter lost election to Trump. (Apr 2018)
- Memoir "What Happened" about 2016 campaign experience. (Sep 2017)
- Heal our democracy from 2016 Russian information warfare. (Sep 2017)
- What would GOP do if Russia hacked an electoral vote loss? (Sep 2017)
- Hallelujah: I'm not giving up and neither should you. (Sep 2017)
- Attended Trump inauguration as former First Lady. (Sep 2017)
- OpEd: "Clinton Inc" fundraisers couldn't fight establishment. (Nov 2016)
Bill Clinton
- Turn to Bill for special missions, not White House china. (Dec 2015)
- I have loved & been loved; all the rest is background music. (May 2014)
- 1995: Rumors that she would divorce Bill and run against him. (Jun 2009)
- Bill’s role includes sounding board; but I make decisions. (Feb 2008)
- Bill would be her adviser, and represent US around the world. (Feb 2008)
- Key to Bill & Hillary’s marriage is shared love of politics. (Oct 2007)
- Hillary and Bill made joint decisions during presidency. (Oct 2007)
- OpEd: Bill and Hillary together are "force multipliers". (Oct 2007)
- Bill & I started a conversation 36 years ago & never stopped. (Sep 2007)
- Judge me on my merits, not as Bush-Clinton-Bush-Clinton. (Jul 2007)
- Endured Monicagate through faith and inward spirituality. (Jul 2007)
- Secret “20-Year Project” with Bill to revolutionize Dems. (Jun 2007)
- 1986: Attacked for accepting state fee with Bill as governor. (Jun 2007)
- Changed name from Rodham because many were offended. (Jun 2007)
- 1980: Synthesized basic principles into “New Dem” concept. (Jun 2007)
- 1982 campaign: served as Bill’s de facto campaign director. (Jun 2007)
- Replay of “2 for price of 1” has big pluses & big minuses. (May 2007)
- OpEd: Dynasties offer donors, free media, & brand extension. (Sep 2004)
- Role in Nixon’s impeachment prepared her for Bill’s ordeal. (Feb 2004)
- OpEd: Hillary & Bill deeply influence all elements of Dems. (Feb 2004)
- Case for Bill’s impeachment was unjustified constitutionally. (Nov 2003)
- Hillaryland meant active & influential First Lady staff. (Nov 2003)
- Appointed to chair AR commissions despite obvious issues. (Jun 2000)
- “Vast right wing conspiracy”. (Dec 1999)
- Stands by her man despite “pain in marriage”. (Dec 1999)
- Never left Bill because they were a team. (Dec 1999)
Campaign Themes
- Women in politics must balance likability vs. toughness. (Sep 2017)
- Stronger Together: president for all Americans. (Oct 2016)
- I will find common ground; but I will stand my ground. (Mar 2016)
- First woman president would be an "outsider". (Oct 2015)
- America's best days are still ahead. (Oct 2015)
- Life is about making hard choices; so is governing. (May 2014)
- Making hard choices, I listened to both my heart and my head. (May 2014)
- Listening Tour: gracious in public; but events were staged. (Jun 2009)
- I have the experience to be commander in chief. (Feb 2008)
- Words matter, but actions speak louder than words. (Feb 2008)
- The next president faces a stack of problems on day one. (Jan 2008)
- Campaigning on the legacy that King stood for. (Jan 2008)
- Right has no sex and truth has no color. (Jan 2008)
- Running to continue work I’ve done for 35 years. (Dec 2007)
- Cultivates grassroots groups & “grass-top” leaders. (Nov 2007)
- Bring your brooms & vacuum cleaners; we got to clean up DC. (Aug 2007)
- If you want a winner to take on right wing, I’m your girl. (Aug 2007)
- I consider myself a modern American progressive. (Jul 2007)
- Maybe, finally, break that hardest of all glass ceilings. (Jul 2007)
- The politics of meaning: individuality is part of society. (Jul 2007)
- New progressive vision for the 21st century. (Jun 2007)
- A mind conservative and a heart liberal. (Jun 2007)
- Already made change and will continue to make change. (Jan 2006)
- Message of candidacy: hardworking experienced collaborator. (Oct 2005)
- OpEd: Alinsky’s rule: tactics over principles. (Feb 2004)
- OpEd: Hillary has mastered politics of self victimization. (Feb 2004)
- New Democrat: individual responsibility and community. (Apr 2000)
Past Elections
- Book "What Happened" about 2016 campaign experience. (Sep 2017)
- Resignation in 2013 ended 20 years of government roles. (Apr 2015)
- 2004: Insisted on attending Obama Senate fundraiser. (Jan 2010)
- Initially seemed inevitable nominee, even among blacks. (Aug 2009)
- 2007: Portrayed as lobbyist-funded status quo candidate. (Aug 2009)
- 1998: Unforeseen turning point when Moynihan resigned. (Oct 2007)
- Stumble of “baking cookies” was moment of authenticity. (Oct 2007)
- Rove is obsessed with me because I take them on & beat them. (Aug 2007)
- 2000: campaigned heavily in African-American churches. (Jul 2007)
- 1996: Enthusiastic crowd at DNC got her “bitten by the bug”. (Jun 2007)
- Critics call it “extreme makeover” but admit its success. (May 2007)
- HILLPAC donated to 30 Senate & Governor candidates. (Nov 2006)
- HILLPAC focus: electing Congressional Democratic majority. (Nov 2006)
- Fined $35,000 for under-reporting expenses in 2000. (Oct 2006)
- House of Representatives has been run like a plantation. (Jan 2006)
- Timing was paramount to the Clintons’ success in ‘92. (Feb 2004)
- Held both titles, First Lady and Senator, for 3-week overlap. (Jul 2000)
- Hillary’s feminism a liability for Bill’s gubernatorial race. (Aug 1999)
- 1989 speculation: Hillary would run for Arkansas governor. (Aug 1999)
- 1990: Considered running for AR Governor instead of Bill. (Nov 1997)
Personal Background
- What makes me such a lightning rod for fury? (Sep 2017)
- I read novels, but also Bush's & McCain's memoirs. (Jun 2014)
- No lingering effects of concussion; will release records. (Jun 2014)
- Vietnam converted her from conservative to liberal. (Jun 2012)
- 1999: Paid $1.7M for personal home in Chappaqua. (Jun 2009)
- 2007: I'm the most famous person you don't really know. (Dec 2007)
- Born to a Democratic mother and Republican father. (Dec 2007)
- An anti-agitator; never sought changing system from outside. (Nov 2007)
- Mastered public speaking in high school. (Oct 2007)
- I don't do spontaneity. (Oct 2007)
- Early character development: standing up to a bully. (Jul 2007)
- Pre-Wellesley, confident her conservatism wouldn’t change. (Jun 2007)
- 1969: Entered law school as “vehicle for social change”. (Jun 2007)
- As Goldwater Girl in 1960s, canvassed Chicago slums. (Jun 2007)
- Childhood of parsimonious parents; favored equal opportunity. (Jun 2007)
- Father a rock-ribbed Republican but ran for office as Dem. (Jun 2007)
- Staff attorney on Watergate/Nixon impeachment investigation. (Jun 2007)
- Taught at AR Law School using “all business” style. (Jun 2007)
- Suffers from endometriosis; Chelsea’s conception difficult. (Jun 2007)
- Family myth: named after Everest’s Sir Edmund Hillary. (May 2007)
- OpEd: World-class worrier when it came to money. (Jan 2007)
- 1980s: Earned more at Rose Law than Bill did as Governor. (Jun 2004)
- My mom could not live my life; father could not imagine it. (Nov 2003)
- AuH2O: Supported Goldwater on basis of individual rights. (Nov 2003)
- 1976: Organized Indiana for Carter-Mondale campaign. (Nov 2003)
- 1980: Bill practiced Lamaze, but Chelsea delivered Caesarian. (Nov 2003)
- Hillary bred in conservative community. (Aug 1999)
- Began college career as a conservative. (Aug 1999)
- 1977: At Rose Law, her strength was one-on-one discussion. (Nov 1997)
- OpEd: "Politics of meaning" was 1960s student radicalism. (May 1996)
- 1969: Criticized Senator's speech as lacking relevance. (Aug 1993)
Relig
- They say "religious freedom" but mean "gay discrimination". (Nov 2016)
Religion
- Led Methodist youth group as child. (Oct 2016)
- I am a praying person & I pray for God's will to be known. (Mar 2016)
- OpEd: Sincerely religious, unlike Bill Clinton. (Dec 2014)
- Religious freedom is a human right unto itself. (Jun 2014)
- Have faith in God, in our country, and in each other. (Aug 2008)
- Faith is not just something to cling to in hard times. (Apr 2008)
- Faith sustains us in bitter times; faith isn’t bitterness. (Apr 2008)
- I have always felt the presence of God in my life. (Apr 2008)
- Favorite Bible story: Purim story of Esther. (Apr 2008)
- Called by my faith & upbringing to serve others at young age. (Feb 2008)
- Gives guest church sermon: “What It Means to be a Methodist”. (Oct 2007)
- I believe in prayer; I’m dependent on my faith. (Aug 2007)
- Sought pastoral guidance on doubts about capital punishment. (Jul 2007)
- Dealt with Bill’s infidelity via counseling & Book of Psalms. (Jul 2007)
- Sincere Christian & lifelong member of religious left. (Jul 2007)
- Old-fashioned Methodist; reads Book of Resolutions & Bible. (Jul 2007)
- Tolerating Bill’s foibles echoes mom’s Methodist forgiveness. (Jun 2007)
- Turned to prayer when father dying, & anytime under duress. (Jun 2007)
- Has one Jewish step-grandfather. (Oct 2005)
- Early family life steeped in Methodism. (Feb 2004)
- Steeped in Methodist tradition of Social Gospel. (Feb 2004)
- Methodist of straight-laced, moralizing, 19th-century type. (Feb 2003)
Scandal
- FBI: Talked about classified topics in non-government email. (Apr 2018)
- FBI: 36 emails discussed topics classified as "Secret". (Apr 2018)
Scandals
- Trump made $100K donation to Clinton Foundation (pre-2016). (Apr 2020)
- Russian hackers paid internet trolls to attend Trump rallies. (Sep 2019)
- October Surprise: campaign emails from Russia via WikiLeaks. (Sep 2019)
- Email scandal: no evidence of obstruction of justice. (Apr 2018)
- Email scandal: FBI doesn't prosecute carelessness. (Apr 2018)
- Heal our democracy from 2016 Russian information warfare. (Sep 2017)
- What would GOP do if Russia hacked an electoral vote loss? (Sep 2017)
- Birtherism is a racist lie against our first black president. (Sep 2016)
- Mistake to use personal email server at State Department. (Sep 2016)
- I released 55,000 pages of email and none were classified. (Jul 2016)
- Before it was emails, it was Benghazi; it's all a ploy. (Feb 2016)
- FactCheck: No evidence Hillary's email server was hacked. (Oct 2015)
- OpEd: Whitewater's crime was scamming the poor and gullible. (Nov 2009)
- 1998: “Conspiracy” infuriated Starr; resonated with public. (Jun 2007)
- Whitewater deal: the only “stupid dumb thing we ever did”. (Jun 2007)
- 1978: “Name issue” of Rodham raised in Bill’s first race. (Jun 2007)
- Whitewater deal: maybe conflict-of-interest; but not illegal. (Jun 2007)
- In Arkansas and Washington, subject to unprecedented vitriol. (Jun 2007)
- Travelgate: Office WAS sloppy; firings looked like cronyism. (Jun 2007)
- 1979 commodities deal: profit is not evidence of corruption. (Jun 2004)
- Not vast conspiracy, but well-financed right-wing network. (Feb 2004)
- Monica investigation abused process to undermine presidency. (Nov 2003)
- Loves Bill despite affairs; not just “Stand By Your Man”. (Nov 2003)
- Vince Foster’s suicide spurred conspiracy theories galore. (Nov 2003)
- Not happy with what Bill did, but impeachment isn't answer. (Nov 2003)
- Claimed no role in Travelgate firings. (Oct 2001)
- 1976: Got Rose Law Firm job via Vince Foster. (Nov 1997)
Voting Record
- FactCheck: Ranked 16th most liberal in Senate. (Feb 2008)
- Voted with Democratic Party 96.7% of 304 votes. (Sep 2007)
- Reaches out to conservatives but voting record is liberal. (May 2007)
- Hillary’s paradox: she’s not as liberal as people think. (May 2006)
- Voted NO on confirming Samuel Alito as Supreme Court Justice. (Jan 2006)
- Voted NO on confirming John Roberts for Chief Justice of the Supreme Court. (Sep 2005)
- Supports Hyde Park Declaration of "Third Way" centrism. (Aug 2000)
- Member of Democratic Leadership Council. (Nov 2007)
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Joe DioGuardi on Principles & Values
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2010 Republican Challenger:
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- Gillibrand had a 2-year tryout; now give me a 2-year tryout. (Oct 2010)
- Accused of making deals in a $1.7 billion Ponzi scheme. (Oct 2010)
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Michael Forbes on Principles & Values
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Republican (retired) (District 1):
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- Religious affiliation: Catholic. (Nov 2000)
- Contract with America: 10 bills in 1st 100 days of Congress. (Sep 1994)
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Benjamin Gilman on Principles & Values
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Republican (District 20):
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- Religious affiliation: Jewish. (Nov 2000)
- Member of the Republican Main Street Partnership . (Jan 2001)
- Contract with America: 10 bills in 1st 100 days of Congress. (Sep 1994)
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Felix Grucci on Principles & Values
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| Republican (District 1):
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John Hall on Principles & Values
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Democrat:
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- Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus. (Oct 2001)
- Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus. (Nov 2007)
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Howie Hawkins on Principles & Values
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Green Party Challenger for President:
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- Picked actual progressive woman of color as running mate. (Aug 2020)
- Democracy needs socialism; socialize many economic sectors. (May 2019)
- Danger of Trump doesn't mean electing "any damned Democrat". (Apr 2019)
- Third parties force issues neglected by major parties. (Nov 2018)
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Maurice Hinchey on Principles & Values
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Dem./Ind./Lib./Working-Fam. Representative (NY-22):
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- Religious affiliation: Catholic. (Nov 2000)
- Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus. (Oct 2001)
- Member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus. (Nov 2007)
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Amo Houghton on Principles & Values
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Republican/Conservative (District 31):
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- Religious affiliation: Episcopalian. (Nov 2000)
- Endorsed by Log Cabin Republicans; supports gay rights. (Nov 2000)
- Member of the Republican Main Street Partnership . (Jan 2001)
- Contract with America: 10 bills in 1st 100 days of Congress. (Sep 1994)
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Randy Kuhl on Principles & Values
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Republican Representative (NY-29):
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- Member of the Republican Main Street Partnership . (Jan 2001)
- Recognize Christianity's importance to western civilization. (Dec 2007)
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Rick Lazio on Principles & Values
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Republican/Cons. (District 2):
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- 2000: Pushed Hillary on "NY Freedom From Soft Money Pact". (Nov 2003)
- Supported NAFTA & assault weapon ban despite unpopularity. (Oct 2000)
- Hillary’s a good mom, but it’s about different philosophies. (Oct 2000)
- Contract with America votes led to surplus and opportunity. (Oct 2000)
- A majority party senator will be most effective for N.Y. (Oct 2000)
- NY is a great melting pot of bottom-line people. (Oct 2000)
- Lazio: Hillary has chutzpah to make guilt by association. (Sep 2000)
- With Dems on social issues; with GOP on taxes & impeachment. (Jun 2000)
- Proud of his “mainstream record”. (Jun 2000)
- Supported Newt Gingrich’s Contract With America. (May 2000)
- Effective representation comes from community partnership. (May 2000)
- Politics is philosophy in action. (Aug 1999)
- Priorities: defense; education; social security; tax relief. (Aug 1999)
- Religious affiliation: Catholic. (Nov 2000)
- Endorsed by Log Cabin Republicans; supports gay rights. (Nov 2000)
- Contract with America: 10 bills in 1st 100 days of Congress. (Sep 1994)
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Chris Lee on Principles & Values
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Republican (Resigned 2011) (District 26):
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- Member of the House Republican Young Guns. (Sep 2010)
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George Maragos on Principles & Values
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| 2012 Republican Primary Challenger:
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Eric Massa on Principles & Values
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| Democrat (until 2010) (District 29):
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KT McFarland on Principles & Values
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Republican Challenger:
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- Entered Senate race out of post-9-11 feeling of duty. (Mar 2006)
- Protege of Henry Kissinger & in Pentagon under Reagan. (Mar 2006)
- Calls herself a moderate Reagan Republican. (Mar 2006)
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Mike McMahon on Principles & Values
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Democrat (until 2010) (District 13):
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- 2008: Opponent lost due to drunk driving scandal. (Apr 2010)
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Michael McNulty on Principles & Values
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Democratic/Ind./Cons. Representative (NY-21):
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- Religious affiliation: Catholic. (Nov 2000)
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Scott Murphy on Principles & Values
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| Democrat (until 2010) (District 20):
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Marilyn O`Grady on Principles & Values
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2004 former Conservative Party challenger:
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- Plans to serve a full term. (Oct 2004)
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Jeanine Pirro on Principles & Values
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| Republican challenger; District Attorney:
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Jack Quinn on Principles & Values
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Republican/Ind./Cons. (District 30):
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- Supports "Republicans for Biden" effort. (Aug 2020)
- Religious affiliation: Catholic. (Nov 2000)
- Member of the Republican Leadership Council. (Jan 2001)
- Member of the Republican Main Street Partnership . (Jan 2001)
- Contract with America: 10 bills in 1st 100 days of Congress. (Sep 1994)
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Thomas Reynolds on Principles & Values
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Republican/Conservative Representative (NY-26):
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- Religious affiliation: Presbyterian. (Nov 2000)
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John Spencer on Principles & Values
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Republican Challenger, previously Mayor of Yonkers:
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- Hillary’s a fine presidential candidate; I commit to 6 years. (Oct 2006)
- Clinton’s “plantation” comment: shameful & racially divisive. (Jan 2006)
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John Sweeney on Principles & Values
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Republican/Conservative (District 22):
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- Religious affiliation: Catholic. (Nov 2000)
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Jay Townsend on Principles & Values
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Republican Challenger (2010):
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- Will debate cardboard cutout of incumbent Schumer. (Oct 2010)
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Bob Turner on Principles & Values
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Bob Turner on Principles & Values
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| Former Republican (District 9):
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Jim Walsh on Principles & Values
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Rep./Ind./Conservative Representative (NY-25):
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- Supports "Republicans for Biden" effort. (Aug 2020)
- Religious affiliation: Catholic. (Nov 2000)
- Member of the Republican Main Street Partnership . (Jan 2001)
- Member of moderate GOP caucus, the Tuesday Group. (Dec 2015)
- Contract with America: 10 bills in 1st 100 days of Congress. (Sep 1994)
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Jamaal Bowman on Principles & Values
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| Democratic (District 16):
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Anthony Brindisi on Principles & Values
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| Democrat (District 22):
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Ann Marie Buerkle on Principles & Values
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| Republican (District 25):
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Colia Clark on Principles & Values
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Green Senate challenger:
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- Take campaign to the people through dialogue and education. (May 2012)
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Andrew Garbarino on Principles & Values
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| Republican (District 2):
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Kirsten Gillibrand on Principles & Values
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Democratic Senator (NY); Democratic Candidate for President (withdrawn) :
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- Trump has torn apart fabric of this country. (Jul 2019)
- Women in America are on fire; not the time to play it safe. (Jun 2019)
- Pushed to oust Al Franken from Senate for sexual harassment. (Apr 2019)
- Weight has always been an issue for me. (Sep 2014)
- Weekly "Sunlight Report" detailing how she spends her time. (Sep 2014)
- Won in Republican district; Democrats outnumbered 2-1. (Sep 2014)
- It's a lie that ambition is counter to feminism. (Sep 2014)
- Accused of hiding facts connecting cigarettes and cancer. (Oct 2010)
- Interned for Republican Sen. Alfonse D'Amato. (Jan 2009)
- Voted YES on confirming of Sonia Sotomayor to Supreme Court. (Aug 2009)
- Member of the "Blue Dog" Coalition of conservative Democrats. (Nov 2007)
- Question Trump on Emoluments clause. (May 2017)
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Kathy Hochul on Principles & Values
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Democrat (District 26):
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- Not strongly ideological; more practical. (Mar 2021)
- Upbringing taught her to care for poor, imprisoned, homeless. (Mar 2018)
- Catholic upbringing: care for poor, imprisoned, & homeless. (Mar 2018)
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Chris Jacobs on Principles & Values
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| Republican (District 27):
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Mondaire Jones on Principles & Values
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| Democrat (District 17):
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Nicole Malliotakis on Principles & Values
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| Republican (District 11):
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John McHugh on Principles & Values
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Republican/Conservative Representative (NY-23):
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- Religious affiliation: Catholic. (Nov 2000)
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Charles Schumer on Principles & Values
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Democratic Sr Senator (NY):
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- 1998: demanded 10 debates; 2010: declined all debates. (Oct 2010)
- Voted with Democratic Party 96.5% of 315 votes. (Sep 2007)
- Alito responds, but doesn’t really answer questions. (Jan 2006)
- Nominees must prove they’re not extreme. (Jan 2006)
- Plans to be a good senator, but may not serve a full term. (Oct 2004)
- Voted YES on confirming of Sonia Sotomayor to Supreme Court. (Aug 2009)
- Voted NO on confirming Samuel Alito as Supreme Court Justice. (Jan 2006)
- Voted NO on confirming John Roberts for Chief Justice of the Supreme Court. (Sep 2005)
- Religious affiliation: Jewish. (Nov 2000)
- Profiled in "Jews in American Politics". (Jan 2001)
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Claudia Tenney on Principles & Values
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| Republican (District 22):
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Ritchie Torres on Principles & Values
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| Democratic (District 15):
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Ed Towns on Principles & Values
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Democrat/Liberal Representative (NY-10):
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- Religious affiliation: Baptist. (Nov 2000)
- Member of Congressional Black Caucus. (Jan 2001)
- Reject Bush's Florida electors due to election fraud. (Jan 2001)
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Antoine Tucker on Principles & Values
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Republican Challenger:
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- Has posted support for QAnon on social media. (Jun 2021)
- Ex-felon; earned GED in prison; opened tattoo shop. (Apr 2020)
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