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Interesting situation in LP that also affects all the High Peaks communities.
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A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit brought against the town of North Elba and the village of Lake Placid by a group of short-term vacation rental owners, w
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I recall a conversation with a close friend, a Trumpist, before the election. I was concerned that if he lost he wouldn’t concede the presidency. My friend said that was ridiculous, of course Trump would transition power, same as every other president. Is he still a follower? It’s pointless to ask, I think I know the answer. ![]()
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It’s sad and we can either despair or get busy and fight back. I’m lousy at despair. To me fighting back involves reaching out to the disaffected regardless of party and demonstrating that democracy can work. Hence our little committee, and our occasional successes over the past few years. ![]()
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We support pro-democracy candidates and hopefully encourage the community by demonstrating that our system of government is still worthy of support, not overthrow. Yes, it’s inefficient – the authoritarians in China can build a major hospital in a week and a high-speed rail line in a year. But they also crush dissidents and send millions into concentration camps. Here, we struggle to string a thousand feet of high-speed internet cable. ![]()
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By working with the loyal opposition – not the irredeemables who won’t condemn insurrectionists – we can effect change. An example is a bipartisan bill, sponsored by our (Republican) Assembly Member, Matt Simpson – who has a good rapport with our committee. The bill was recently signed by Gov. Hochul and it prohibits utilities from gouging internet providers who use utility poles. Matt spoke to us about this seemingly mundane problem at a JWDC meeting. This isn't high-speed rail in a year, but it shows what can be done when we work together for shared goals. ![]()
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At the town level, we supported candidates committed to bipartisanship and we’re already seeing results. And we speak up when our own leaders fail us – such as on the recent ballot questions. ![]()
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At December’s meeting we learned that a founding member and secretary, Wally Walters, is resigning in order to assume the chair of the Au Sable River Association. Wally’s political skills and experience were instrumental in guiding the JWDC from the beginning and he was a dedicated secretary. Fortunately, Marie-Anne Ward stepped up to assume the secretary position. I think we’ll be ok and I think Wally would still be available as an emeritus advisor. The River Association is a major asset to our community and it's great to see Wally leading their board. ![]()
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We nominated Knut Sauer to become an ECDC delegate in Wally’s place, and that’ll be voted on later this month. We had a long discussion on Jay’s recently passed town law regarding cannabis sale and consumption. There’s obviously a lot of confusion regarding the law. But it is subject to a permissive referendum, and I sent the petition to all JWDC members if they are interested in placing the law on the November ballot. ![]()
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Our next JWDC meeting is January 10, via Zoom.
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Plattsburgh, Peru, Au Sable & probably Black Brook in Clinton County are opting in. In Essex County only Willsboro so far. Lake Placid shows No pending a March referendum, which seems incorrect (should be November). Jay shows Undecided which is also incorrect. ![]()
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Extrapolating party affiliation trends yields a prediction that Dems will outnumber Rs in seven years.
The Biden administration is more successful than many realize. Please read and please.
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Link to Keene's strategic plan. Jay (and perhaps other neighbors) intends a similar initiative. The recent development proposal submitted to the APA heightened the need for planning growth vs. having it thrust upon us.
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Letitia James suspends her campaign for governor
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The news comes just two months after James launched her campaign.
I Was the Governor of Montana. My Fellow Democrats, You Need to Get Out of the City
Opinion | I Was the Governor of Montana. My Fellow Democrats, You Need to Get Out of the City More.
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It’s time to ditch the grand ideological narratives and talk to voters about their real needs.twitter.com
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