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Westchester County villages have contested elections for the first time in years
http://www.fios1news.com/lowerhudsonvalley/election-day-approaches-for-westchester-communities#.WrlUasgh1uW
Letter To The Editor: GOP Accountable For Corrupt Tax Bill
https://patch.com/new-york/whiteplains/letter-editor-gop-accountable-corrupt-tax-bill Activist organization Indivisible Westchester takes a stand against the tax bill now being considered in Congress.
Indivisible Westchester celebrates George Latimer, County Executive victory
http://www.fios1news.com/lowerhudsonvalley/local-Indivisible-Westchester-celebrates-George-Latimer-County-Executive-victory#.Wk7YeUtG2Cd Latimer says balancing the county's $1.8B budget is at the top of his to-do list
Transforming Resistance into Political Power
https://www.indivisible.org/blog/transforming-resistance-political-power/
Rob Astorino Knocked Off in Westchester County Race
http://nypost.com/2017/11/08/rob-astorino-knocked-off-in-westchester-county-executive-race/
George Latimer declared winner in race for Westchester executive
http://www.fios1news.com/lowerhudsonvalley/politics-egeorge-latimer-wins-westchester-exec-race-nov-8-2017#.WgM5C4Zryso
George Latimer wins Westchester County executive race
http://www.lohud.com/story/news/politics/elections/2017/11/08/latimer-wins-westchester-executive/836607001/
In New York Suburbs, Democrats Flip Two County Executive Seats
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/11/08/nyregion/westchester-nassau-county-executive-results.html
IW in LoHUD: Astorino-Latimer race was testing ground for the Trump factor
http://www.lohud.com/story/news/politics/elections/2017/11/08/westchester-executive-astorino-latimer-trump/843122001/
Armonk Daily Voice, Letter: Astorino is Abusing His Power
The New York Post has just reported that a Westchester Deputy Commissioner told employees to use taxpayer funded leave time to help Rob Astorino's reelection bid. [...]
New York Post: Government Employees Being Told to Help Rob Astorino’s Re-Election Bid
Government employees are being told to use their time off to help incumbent Westchester County Executive Rob Astorino get re-elected next week, according to an email. [...]
NY Daily News: NYS Democrats roll out ad linking Westchester County Executive Rob Astorino to Trump, billionaire Mercer family
Mercer recently donated $1 million to a Super PAC that is running ads supporting Astorino against Democratic opponent, state Sen. George Latimer. http://www.nydailynews.com/news/politics/westchester-dems-ad-links-county-exec-astorino-trump-mercer-article-1.3605487
LoHud: Robert Mercer-funded super PAC spends $412,000 backing Rob Astorino
A new political action committee apparently supporting Westchester County Executive Rob Astorino's re-election bid appears to be funded by Robert Mercer. Mercer is known as a [...]
Our endorsement: Latimer for Westchester County executive
The state senator from Rye has consistently shown that he will work long hours, listen to different points of view, get a handle on complex issues, [...]
George Latimer: My Plan for The First Year
A thorough summary of George Latimer's policies and proactive vision for Westchester County.
White Plains Daily Voice: Letter To The Editor: Rob Astorino Bad For Women
"I just finished watching the debate for Westchester County Executive between Rob Astorino and George Latimer. Once again Rob Astorino has relegated women to the role [...]
TAPinto: Time for North Salem Advocate on County Board of Legislators
It’s time for an advocate for North Salem on the Board of Legislators—one whose vote and values will make a difference. It’s time to change for [...]
IW on LMCTV: Meet the Candidates, County Legislator 2017 Catherine Parker
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RHYBhqnJDlg&sns=fb
FIOS1 TV News: Westchester Health Services Become Target of Political Opponents
MOUNT VERNON – Sen. George Latimer, Democratic nominee for Westchester County Executive, held a press conference in Mount Vernon Tuesday to discuss budget cuts proposed by [...]
LoHud: Don’t allow ‘bump stock’ sales at gun shows in Westchester: Letter
http://www.lohud.com/story/opinion/readers/2017/10/16/dont-allow-bump-stock-sales-gun-shows-westchester-letter/768957001/
FIOS1 TV News: Human Rights Commission to address hate flyers posted at Westchester Community College
School says it will not tolerate hateful propaganda and leaflets were removed. http://www.fios1news.com/lowerhudsonvalley/local-human-rights-commission-to-address-hate-flyers-at-wcc-oct-17-2017#.WeZ9hIZrwUR
FIOS1 TV: Westchester residents call on legislators to override Astorino’s veto on gun show ban
Some who are against the gun show feel uncomfortable with vendors that display, sell Nazi paraphernalia at show. http://www.fios1news.com/lowerhudsonvalley/regional-westchester-residents-call-on-legislators-to-override-astorinos-veto-on-gun-show-ban#.WeZ9L4ZrwUS
IW on WNYC: This Week in Politics: The Fight to Run Westchester County
While the candidates running for the top positions in New Jersey and New York City have been getting all the attention, there's another race that could [...]
IW in LoHud: The Trump Factor: POTUS casts a shadow on Westchester election
Does the anti-Donald Trump movement mean in a spike in voter turnout this year? http://www.lohud.com/story/news/politics/elections/2017/10/13/trump-factor-potus-casts-shadow-westchester-election/739278001/
IW on FIOS1 TV: Coverage of Chicken Rob Protest
Too scared to show up at 3 out of 4 debates. Or does he only show up when it's pay to play? https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=youtu.be&v=jMXnSsiadi4&app=desktop
IW on FIOS1 TV: Momentum check for Westchester Dems: Inside “Indivisible Westchester”
Talking to "Indivisible Westchester" and learning what the organization is all about. http://www.fios1news.com/lowerhudsonvalley/program/term/14125#.WdoIuW4pDYW
Rob Astorino Was Silent
In the face of Donald Trump's open bigotry, Rob Astorino has been silent. It's time for a change in Westchester. Choose George Latimer on November 7th. [...]
IW in The Pelhams – Plus
http://www.pelhamplus.com/image_450f0fd0-a9c5-11e7-963f-97ecfe0f3a83.html
Protecting immigrants will protect entire community: View
This is why Westchester needs the Immigrant Protection Act, which County Executive Rob Astorino has vetoed and the legislature has failed to override. http://www.lohud.com/story/opinion/contributors/2017/09/28/protecting-immigrants-protect-entire-community-view/708261001/
LoHud: Residents voice concerns on privatized Westchester County Airport
Dozens of people against the privatization of Westchester County Airport made their voices heard at a public meeting in White Plains. http://westchester.news12.com/story/36460285/residents-voice-concerns-on-privatized-westchester-county-airport
IW in The New York Times: In New York Suburbs, Plenty of Democrats — Just Not at the Top
In November, voters in Westchester County will choose a new county executive. Dismayed by Washington and the direction of the Republican Party, many Democrats say they [...]
IW on News12 Westchester: Indivisible Westchester announces endorsements for upcoming elections
Indivisible Westchester held a rally Sunday to announce it's endorsements for the upcoming county elections. http://westchester.news12.com/Clip/13741458/indivisible-westchester-announces-endorsements-for-upcoming-elections#.WcMgecI3xlU.facebook
Override Astorino’s veto of immigrant protection bill: Letter
http://www.lohud.com/story/opinion/readers/2017/09/18/override-astorinos-veto-immigrant-protection-bill-letter/676805001/ On Aug. 16, Westchester County Executive Rob Astorino vetoed the Immigrant Protection Act approved by the Board of Legislators. Days before, Westchester County District Attorney [...]
Airport Deal a Bad Deal for Rye Town: Letter from George Latimer
WESTMORE News We recently received a mailing from the County Executive, using airport funds, to promote his plan to expand the County Airport. Republicans, Democrats and [...]
Support for Nancy Barr, Westchester BOL District 6 candidate: Letters
Barr stands against the shockwave of hate http://www.lohud.com/story/opinion/readers/2017/09/15/support-nancy-barr-westchester-bol-district-6-candidate-letters/655273001/
Sign the petition from the Network for Public Education. Every teacher should be held to the same high standards for certification. Teachers in Charter schools should [...]
Visible and Indivisible: The Birth of a Resistance Movement
With an average of two chapters in every congressional district, Indivisible has become a force to be reckoned with – and Congress is taking notice. http://billmoyers.com/story/visible-indivisible-birth-resistance-movement/
Reactions to Astorino’s veto of immigration bill: Letters
Letters react to Westchester Executive Rob Astorino's veto of the Immigrant Protection Act, passed 10-5 by the county Board of Legislators. http://www.lohud.com/story/opinion/readers/2017/08/22/reactions-astorinos-veto-immigration-bill-letters/587609001/
Tarrytown gathering supports victims of Charlottesville violence
The rally was one of many across the country held the day after a man drove a car into a crowd of protesters in Charlottesville, killing [...]
$166,395,104 Proposed Loss of Education Funding
The FY 2018 education funding bill passed by the U.S. House of Representatives Appropriations Committee recently is a frightening read in its disregard for the welfare of the [...]
What’s the link between charter schools, political donations and teacher certification in New York?
Carol Burris has written a telling piece, exposing the links that connect charter schools, political money, and teacher certification.
EdNext Poll: Support for Charter Schools Plummets
EdNext Poll: Support for Charter Schools Plummets by dianeravitch Education Next is a publication funded by conservative foundations and staffed by conservative editors and writers. It supports [...]
Local Activism Benefits Students & Democracy
State and local policymakers are responsible for scores of decisions that affect families and kids, including decisions about public education. That’s why educator and parent activism [...]
Oppositional Astorino costs Westchester: View
The cynicism of the Astorino administration was on full display when it recently boasted of “vindication” regarding HUD’s acceptance of the county’s Analysis of Impediments.... http://www.lohud.com/story/opinion/contributors/2017/07/24/oppositional-astorino-costs-westchester-view/504595001/
Learn from the expert: Diane Ravitch
Diane Ravitch is a Research Professor of Education at New York University and a historian of education. She is the Founder and President of the Network [...]
Tell Congress NOT to eliminate funds for class size reduction & teacher quality
President Trump proposed and now the House Appropriations Committee has voted to completely eliminate more than two billion dollars of Title IIA funds, which in many [...]
Tell Congress NOT to eliminate funds for class size reduction & teacher quality
President Trump proposed and now the House Appropriations Committee has voted to completely eliminate more than two billion dollars of Title IIA funds, which in many [...]
Free Meals Available to Children
Free meals are now available for children across New York at more than 3,000 Summer Food Service Program sites, according to the State Education Department. Approximately [...]
Take action to support public education
The National PTA has created this petition to increase investments to public education. Click here and sign today!
NYS Education News
NYS has revised its draft of the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). Click here for access to the draft, summary, and additional information.
Photos: Rally against airport privatization
http://www.lohud.com/picture-gallery/news/local/westchester/white-plains/2017/07/17/photos-rally-against-airport-privatization/103784070/
Voucher Plans Harm Students
Please sign this petition to send a message to Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos: Vouchers are not good for students: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/tell-betsy-devos-your-voucher-plans-harm-students?source=edinsider
Can Astorino Be Trumped?
BY PHIL REISMAN You can Tweet on it: Like an angry orange moon, President Donald Trump looms bigly over this year’s race for county executive. http://www.westchestermagazine.com/Westchester-Magazine/June-2017/Can-Astorino-Be-Trumped/
Summary of June 19th meeting at the Board of Legislators – Airport
Indivisible group members showed up in force at the Board of Legislators meeting, and many of our local group's leaders were present, with about 70 in attendance. [...]
Important Health Insurance Phone Calls to Our Senators
Please make sure you are calling your Senators' offices EVERY SINGLE DAY in front of this disastrous health care bill Mitch McConell is trying to push [...]
IW 6 & 7 Welcome!
Hi and welcome to our new platform.
Trump protesters march on Trump National in Briarcliff
Demonstrators march through Briarcliff Manor to protest the Trump organization's property tax challenge for the Trump National Golf Club http://www.lohud.com/story/news/2017/06/15/trump-protesters-march-trump-national-briarcliff/396946001/
Summary of June 6th Purchase panel presentation on issue, PEPA
June 6th 2017, 7PM, Purchase Town Hall Meeting regarinding Westchester Airport privatization. Purchase Community House, sponsored by Purchase Environmental Protective Association (PEPA). Tues June 6th, 7PM [...]
Summary of 5/31 Meeting in Rye Brook with consultant that requested RFP alongside David Gelfarb
Summary of 5/31/17 7:30PM Meeting at the Rye Brook Town Hall Wed May 31st, 7:30PM Westchester County Airport Privatization Meeting. Featuring Frasca, the consultant soliciting bids [...]
Summary of 5/31 Meeting in Rye Brook with consultant that requested RFP alongside David Gelfarb
Summary of 5/31/17 7:30PM Meeting at the Rye Brook Town Hall Wed May 31st, 7:30PM Westchester County Airport Privatization Meeting. Featuring Frasca, the consultant soliciting bids [...]
5/31/17 Rye Brook Meeting w consultant obtaining RFPs, Recap
5/31/17 Meeting in Rye Brook, recap: Wed May 31st, 7:30PM Westchester County Airport Privatization Meeting. Featuring Frasca, the consultant soliciting bids from private companies and David Gelfarb [...]
For the full Sierra Club, Federated Conservationists of Westchester County, and Food & Water Watch's Position Statement - click HERE. It is a resource and freely [...]
#Disastorino
Join Indivisible Westchester's #Disasterino Thunderclap campaign on Twitter. Download: https://www.thunderclap.it/projects/57683-disasterino AND then highlight Astorino related posts with the hashtag #Disasterino between now and June 14th. On 6/14, Thunderclap will [...]
A few articles to remind us of why it is important to stay vigilant…
A few recent articles show why it is so important for us to stay vigilant. In just a little more than 100 days, Trump has wreaked [...]
Letter in Support of Equality Act
A member of our community has reached out and asked that we send our Member of Congress a letter stating your support of the Equality Act. [...]
Welcome!
This is the welcome post!
The mission of Northern Westchester Indivisible (NWI) is to form a coalition in the NY 18th Congressional District that resists the Trump agenda by actively influencing [...]
Welcome to NWI’s home on IW!
We're happy you landed here. The mission of Northern Westchester Indivisible (NWI) is to form a coalition in the NY 18th Congressional District that resists the [...]
A Letter to Phil Oliva
http://www.ryecityreview.com/opinion/a-letter-to-phil-oliva/ To the Editor, This is a letter penned to Phil Oliva, County Executive Rob Astorino’s chief of staff regarding some of his statements on social [...]
ACT UP Tactics – Highly Relevant Now
Today's Resistance would do well to borrow some of the tactics from the early days of ACT UP. Here's what some people have been saying about [...]
Group Meeting #6 – Meeting Minutes
Great thanks to Margaret Bradbury for taking this meeting's notes. Indivisible New Rochelle Saturday, May 06, 2017 Upcoming Events (see below for details) Ongoing and future: [...]
Knock Every Door – June
KNOCK EVERY DOOR - JUNE Our Knock Every Door event was such a success we are doing it again! Don’t miss out - click here to [...]
Knock Every Door – June
KNOCK EVERY DOOR - JUNE Our Knock Every Door event was such a success we are doing it again! Don’t miss out - click here to [...]
Equality Act Reintroduced
On May 2, 2017, the Equality Act was reintroduced and received support from bipartisan lawmakers. The Equality Act has received unprecedented levels of support from businesses [...]
Introducing the Amplify app!
We’re excited to announce a new tool that we think will increase our collective impact. We have begun sending out Indivisible Westchester’s recommended calls to action [...]
Meeting Notes: April 17th
Hi all, Thanks to those who made the meeting Monday night and here's an update for those who couldn't. Research on Astorino topics: Several Blastorino! members [...]
Let’s Get Astorino Out!
Let's get ready to be heard at the upcoming "Ask Astornio" town hall! Here are some files that might be inspiration for your groups' participation in [...]
Group Meeting #5 – Meeting Minutes
Many thanks to Paul Gross for these notes. Saturday, April 15, 2017 Upcoming Events (see below for details) Monday, April 17: Phone banking for Jon Ossoff, Scarsdale, 4:00-9:00 [...]
#ResistTheRink – Oppose the Fiscally Irresponsible Ice Rink
Join our #ResistTheRink campaign! Tell your County Legislator to #ReistTheRink by sending them one of these “The Puck Stops Here” postcards. These were created by Kimberly [...]
Kensico Dam ice rink plan a bad idea: Hockey mom Letter
As a hockey mom whose kid plays the sport year round, I spend a lot of time in ice rinks. http://www.lohud.com/story/opinion/readers/2017/03/13/kensico-dam-ice-rink-bad-letter/99135436/ Re "Westchester Exec. Rob Astorino [...]
#TriedToAskAstorino
#Resistance was strong as hundreds of residents attended County Executive Rob Astorino’s Town Hall in White Plains - check out photos here. Astorino’s staff hand picked [...]
You can make a difference in Connecticut’s special election Feb 28th
There is a special election in Connecticut on February 28th that is critical. This is an opportunity for progressives to work across state lines to take [...]
Become a District Leader
One of our goals at IW is to encourage civic engagement and participation at the local level. In both the Democratic and GOP parties of Westchester [...]
Support the New York Health Act
Although Obamacare is under assault, the New York Health Act aims to provide universal health care and eliminate financial barriers to care. It passed the Assembly, [...]
Take Action to Stop Bannon
Steve Bannon’s appointment to a committee within the National Security Council is an action that calls for strong resistance from Congress. The Senate Committee on Homeland [...]