Bragman builds union ties to steer city projects
Syracuse lawmaker Mike Bragman gains clout with the Metropolitan Development Association and unions as he steers state funds for landmark renovations, harbor deals, and job programs. The alliance helps unions push prevailing wages and supports Bragman’s political influence in Onondaga County.
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Inner Harbor
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Carousel Center
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Bragman cashes in on regional power and clambake splurge
Lawmakers boost budget for Bragman loyalists with 335 million per assembly member and 16.1 million for Bragman, plus grants to SUNY ESF, Syracuse Symphony, and local projects. Critics accuse him of pork. Bragman touts job creation and regional tourism aims while opponents warn of waste and political credit grabbing.
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Jagman
Inner Harbor
Syracuse
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Sen. Lombardi
Tarky
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Senate
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Delaware Otsego Corp
Walter Rich
Democratic Assembly Campaign Committee
Cooperstown
Waller
State Department of Transportation
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Transportation Department
Hinerwadel's Grove
Michael Bragman
Robert Wegman
Kenneth Shaw
Syracuse University
Henry Panasci Jr
Fay's Drugs
Tarky Lombard
Sid Devorsetz
Lombardi Began
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Joe Nicoletti
Pmcue
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Young
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Joan Christensen
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al “Dutch” Oster
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Channel 9
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