James DiStefano for Assembly: limits on insurer charges
Republican candidate James DiStefano argues for tighter controls on health insurers billing ratepayers, supports cameras in the Legislature and courtroom, term limits, and campaign finance reform. He backs stronger penalties for juveniles, civil confinement for persistent violent sex offenders, and limited HMO immunity while advocating co-pays for affordable patients. He plans his first run against Assemblywoman Joan Christiansen amid a push for decisive governance.
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Cinetro
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Republican lawyer with state AG service seeks office at 5014 Woodside Road
A 59 year old self employed civil litigation lawyer and claims adjuster for Allstate in 1963 outlines political aims. He served as assistant state attorney general from 1968 to 1981 handling civil litigation from the Syracuse office. He is married to Anne Marie with two sons James Jr. and Joseph. He holds a B.S. in accounting from Fordham and a law degree from Syracuse University.
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Woodside Road
Fayetteville
Allstate Insurance Co
Rochester
Syracuse
Anne Marie
James Jr
Joseph
Fordham University
Syracuse University
DiStefano campaign report shows limited period funding
The report covers June 2 to August 15 for Citizens for Jin DiStefano with opening balance zero and total period contributions of 37,908 including corporate 2,399 to 74,809. loans zero. expenses 7,234.31. ending balance 10,573.69. Top contributors include Mary DiStefano from 135 Park St, Tupper Lake with 2,800 and Harrison & Burrowes Ridge Constructors Inc. P.O. Box 335 Glenmont with 2,000. others include Alfred Asveel Estenfeld Germany and several named individuals.
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DiStefano
Marve
Comwmttee
Citizens For
Jin DiStefano
Coreen Fren Prantons
Mary DiStefano
Park SL
Tupper Lake
Harrison & Burrowes Rndge Constructors Inc
P.O. Box
Glenmont
Alfred Asveel
Estenfeld
Germany
Manne Neri
Borford Road
Gay
Charles R. Rinaldo
Aver Road
Baldwinsville
Edward CS Schepp
Cedar Heights Drive
Jamesville
Upstate Assemblywoman Joan Christensen presses for reforms
In eight years in Albany Joan Christensen positions herself as a moderate Upstate voice. She backs penalties for younger offenders, a stay-at-home parent tax credit, fair budget cuts, and HMO accountability while touting independence from party leaders.
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Joan Christensen
Assembly
William Bush
Christensen
Capitol
Albany
Christen Sen
Cental
New York
Michael Bragman
D-Cicero
Upstate New York
Sun District
Syracuse
Politicians Split On Welfare Reform And Abortion
Elighibity and Pataki welfare cut proposals draw varied stances. Whittington opposes cuts, favors education and more food aid. DiStefano backs cautious reduction with educational support. Christensen seeks safety net plus targeted cash for larger families. Abortion stance shows Christensen and Whittington pro choice, with DiStefano leaning toward parental notification and protections.
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Spony Sail
Ov Pataki
Notea Resenen
Sai
Whittington
DiStefano
Distefanos
Pataki
Christensen
Whitington
inStefano
Biography of Syracuse Democrat with diverse public service
Biography notes a Syracuse Democrat affiliated with 305 Standish Drive listing occupation as legislator. history includes Syracuse Common Council seat 1985, New York Assembly 1990, and 1984 Syracuse Board of Assessment Review. 17th Ward city Democratic committeewoman. Family includes separated spouse Craig and adult children Whichael Laura David Cara. Education credits Metropolitan Business College Chicago and studies at Syracuse University.
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Standish Drive
Syracuse
Syracuse University
Northwestern University Law School
Suh
Syracuse Common
Assembly
Syracuse Board of Assessment Review
17Th Ward
Democratic
Craig
Whichael
Laura
David
Cara
Eocation
Metropolitan Business Cell
Chicago
Indepe
Syranse University
Constersen Campaign Finances and Top Contributors
Campaign committee reporting a period ending with $20,247.92 receipts and $5,516.07 ending balance. Top contributors include Excelsior 2000 with $2,500, Greater Syracuse Labor Council with $1,000 received, and individual donor Susan R. Bom of Syracuse contributing $250.
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Excelsior
Assembly
Michael Bragman
Syracuse
Labor Counci
Pulaski
Susan R. Bom
Westmoreland Ave
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Erik Kriss
Ny Bureau
Martha Mulroy
Legisla
Ubey
Moonam
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Erik Krissany
Shank
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