Views Union criticizes Entergy on FitzPatrick plan
The James A FitzPatrick Nuclear Power Plant faces a standoff as representatives from the New York State IBEW Utility Labor Council and related unions challenge Entergy's dismissal of a state backed plan to keep the plant open through 2016. They cite Governor Cuomo's responsive actions and a bridge fuel deal as viable paths forward.
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Andrew Cuomo
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Ted Sherpon
New York State
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IBEW
Gregory Lancette
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Northern
New York Building & Construction Trades Council
Dave Young
Rochester Building and Construction Trades Council
Silver conviction ends dark era for New York politics
New York residents breathe relief as former Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver, 71, is found guilty on seven counts including mail fraud and extortion. The case underscores widespread concerns over political reform and outside income in Albany. Federal actions also target Senate leader Dean Skelos and his son, signaling ongoing probes into state government during a period many call the darkest in Empire State politics.
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Congress Must Act On Gun Safety And Fiscal Plans
The piece argues Congress debates a risky budget with environmental rollbacks and ACA fights while ignoring gun safety. It cites San Bernardino and Planned Parenthood as misdirected battles, urging action over fear and partisan blame, and highlights Democratic calls for stricter firearm checks. Donna Brazile is noted as a commentator and strategist.
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National Journal
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Savannah
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Donald Trump
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Ms. Magazine
On This Day History Highlights December Fifth
December fifth marks Mandela death in 2013 and Phi Beta Kappa founding in 1776. Other notes include Van Buren birth in 1782, Mozart death in 1791, Adams House seat in 1831, Einstein visa in 1932, 21st Amendment end of Prohibition in 1933, AFL-CIO merger in 1955, space data pact in 1962, Monty Python final episode in 1974, Beverly Hills Cop release in 1984, Gingrich speaker pick in 1994, 2004 Iraq ambush, and NBC broadcast of The Sound of Music in 2013. A Bruce Springsteen lyric sheet sold for 197000 dollars.
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