October 11, 2013

Today is the Last Day to Register to Vote in the November 5 General Election

The General Election will be held on November 5, 2013. If you are not registered to vote in New York (check here if you’re not sure), today is the last day to register to vote in the General Election.  Check your voter registration status, ensure that it contains the correct information, and register if you have not already done so….
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October 10, 2013

2 Days Left to Register to Vote in the Nov 5 General Election

This year’s General Election will be held on November 5, 2013. If you are not registered to vote in New York (check here if you’re not sure), you have two days remaining. Check your voter registration status, ensure that it contains the correct information, and register if you have not already done so. Visit the New York City Board of…
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October 9, 2013

Tonight (10/9): Mayoral Candidate Debate

Tonight at 7 p.m. NY1 and a number of other media and civic organizations are hosting a Mayoral candidate debate.  The one-hour debate will air on NY1 and will feature Republican candidate Joseph Lhota and Independence Party candidate Adolfo Carrion.  At the time of this post, Democrat Bill DeBlasio had declined to participate. 

October 8, 2013

Tonight (10/8): First Official Debate for Comptroller Candidates

Tonight at 7:00 p.m.  the New York City Campaign Finance Board and a number of co-sponsors are hosting the first official debate for Comptroller candidates. The debate will be broadcast on NY1 and WNYC, and in Spanish on on NY1 Noticias. 

October 6, 2013

Candidate Forums This Week (October 7- October 13)

There are a number of Candidate Forums being held this week: Tuesday, October 8th at 7 p.m.: The first official debate for Comptroller will be broadcast on NY1 and WNYC. The debate will be broadcast in Spanish on NY1 Noticias. Wednesday, October 9 at 7 p.m.: NY1, WNYC, and a number of other media and…
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October 4, 2013

Six Ballot Measures for the November 5th General Election

This year’s NYC General Election features six ballot measures (also referred to as “propositions, or simply “questions”). Voters decide whether to approve or reject each measure. All six ballot measures this year are legislative referrals, meaning the New York legislature put forward each measure up for popular vote (this is a required procedure if a…
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One week left to register to vote in the General Election

This year’s General Election will be held on November 5, 2013. If you are not registered to vote in New York (check here if you’re not sure), you have one week left to do so. Check your voter registration status, make sure it contains the correct information, and register if you have not already done…
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October 2, 2013

Tonight (10/2): Meet the Candidates Political Forum in Southern Brooklyn

Tonight at 7:00 p.m., the Brooklyn Real Estate Board will host a “Meet the Candidates” Political Forum at Dyker Beach Golf Course.  Republican and Democratic candidates from Districts 43, 44, 46, 47 and 48 are expected to attend; mayoral candidates Bill deBlasio (D) and Joe Lhota (R) have also been invited.   Candidates expected to…
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Official Debate Schedule for NYC Citywide Offices

Do you feel acquainted with the candidates running for NYC citywide offices? If not, you still have several opportunities before the General Election on November 5th to watch debates between the candidates. Browse through the 2013 Official Debate Program Schedule to find when and where to watch the debates.  

9 Days Left to Register to Vote in the Nov 5 General Election

This year’s General Election will be held on November 5, 2013. If you are not registered to vote in New York (check here if you’re not sure), you have nine days remaining. Check your voter registration status, ensure that it contains the correct information, and register if you have not already done so. Visit the New York City Board of…
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