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  1. United States
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  3. Rep. Paul Tonko

Rep. Paul Tonko

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Map PinBurnt Hills, NY

Save Medicaid. STOP the cuts!

Medicaid provides a number of important benefits, primarily focused on providing healthcare access to low-income individuals and families. Here are some key reasons why it's considered a good thing: * Expanded Healthcare Access: * Medicaid significantly increases access to essential healthcare s

Verified VoterLatham, NY

Bipartisan Blueprint for National Renewal: A Call to Action for Congress Introduction In these challenging times, our nation stands at a crossroads. It is imperative that Congress set aside partisan differences and work together to address our most pressing issues. This framework outlines practical

Verified VoterSchenectady, NY

Humiliate him. Walk out of the state of the union.

Verified VoterSchenectady, NY

Protest the State of the Union Address on March 4

If you must attend the State of the Union address on March 4, 2025, please consider making “good trouble.” Protest, hold up placards calling out lies, pull a Joe Wilson. Fair is fair. We cannot play by the old rules of decorum when this administration has made a mockery of those rules and thrown out

Map PinTroy, NY

Make some noise tonight, FIGHT.

Tonight is Trump's first public appearance before both houses of Congress and the nation. He's going to brag, lie, give himself credit for the sun rising, spew lies about Zelensky, Canada, NATO, being Putin's lapdog and then lie some more. I would bet money "Russia, Russia, Russia" a "stolen electio

Map PinSchenectady, NY

HUMILIATE TRUMP

GET UP AND WALK OUT DURING THE SPEECH TONIGHT. EMBARRASS AND HUMILIATE HIM.

Verified VoterBallston Spa, NY

Provide robust Ukraine military aid to uphold democracy

The U.S. must resume military aid to Ukraine to support its defense against Russia's illegal invasion and uphold democratic values. Ukraine needs additional weapons and equipment to counter Russian aggression and protect innocent civilians. Continued assistance demonstrates America's commitment to s

Verified VoterTroy, NY

Call it what it is- treason

When are you going to start speaking out? When are you going to actually do something, anything! Hegseth just stopped the US from investigating Russia in cyber intelligence. Is he Crazy? Where is the screaming -and you don't think this is not "offering comfort" to the enemy? I am disgusted and gob

Verified VoterBallston Spa, NY

Save NOAA

The potential mass layoffs at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) are deeply concerning and pose grave risks to our nation's ability to accurately forecast weather and monitor climate patterns. As a trusted scientific agency, NOAA plays a vital role in protecting lives and pro

Verified VoterBallston Spa, NY

Give Manatees Endangered Species Status

We must take urgent action to protect the endangered Florida manatee population. Seagrass beds, a critical food source for manatees, are disappearing at an alarming rate due to water pollution and other environmental stresses. Healthy seagrass meadows are vital for providing nutrition and habitat fo

Map PinBurnt Hills, NY

Fight against the Budget Bill

Republicans are pushing a disastrous budget bill that slashes essential programs and hands Trump and Elon Musk the power to override Congress and seize control of government spending. Democrats cannot enable this. First, I want to make sure the you will be present for this vote today—because I’m hea

Map PinBallston Spa, NY

NO HELP UNTIL MUSK IS GONE

congress Do not give the republicans A SINGLE VOTE. LET THEM SHUT THE GOVERNMENT DOWN. No votes, no help keeping the government running unless they get DOGE and Musk out! There is no room to compromise right now. Let them fail. Let them continue to sink their ship. DO NOT HELP. DO NOT COMPROMISE. LE

Map PinSchenectady, NY

Vote NO on HR 22

I’m writing in strong opposition to H.R. 22, the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act. Congress has a constitutional responsibility to safeguard free and fair elections and ensure all American citizens can freely, securely, and easily exercise their right to vote. The SAVE Act represents

Verified VoterSchenectady, NY

Investigate Donald Trump’s Relationship to Russia/Investigate Krasnov

I have recently come across a handful of articles claiming that Donald Trump has been a Russian asset named Krasnov since 1987 (a couple links are provided below). What I have witnessed on the national stage since at least 2014 tells me this might be plausible. If any of it is even remotely true, it

Verified VoterLatham, NY

**# Urgent Call to Avert Catastrophic Pandemic Threat** The emerging XEC coronavirus variant and H5N1 avian influenza pose an existential threat to America’s health, economy, and democratic institutions. As stewards of our nation’s future, you face a critical choice: act decisively now or risk a

Verified VoterBallston Spa, NY

Keep waste emissions charge to reduce methane pollution

The waste emissions charge is a vital tool in holding large methane polluters accountable and protecting public health. As the largest industrial source of methane emissions, the oil and gas industry must take responsibility for its excessive pollution. The charge incentivizes operators to comply wi

Map PinSchenectady, NY

Our national parks must be protected!

The proposed termination of over 4,400 employees from the U.S. Forest Service and National Park Service is deeply concerning. These dedicated public servants play a vital role in preserving and maintaining our nation's treasured natural resources and parklands. Reducing staffing levels by such drast

Verified VoterLatham, NY

Preserve American spirit through Confederate monuments

Dear fellow Americans, though I am neither Southern nor White, I am angered by the oppression and moral judgment we have faced regarding our Confederate monuments and heritage. These symbols represent more than just the Civil War - they embody the defiant spirit of those willing to sacrifice for the

Verified VoterBallston Spa, NY

Oppose postal service privatization undermining democratic access and equity.

The proposed plan to dissolve the US Postal Service's Board of Governors and place the agency under direct control of the Commerce Department is a concerning step towards privatization. Privatizing a constitutionally-established service that provides universal delivery nationwide could have grave co

Map PinBallston Spa, NY

Oppose the administration and Elon Musk.

I would like to share my feelings as your constituent. I am very upset with this administration and the free range Elon Musk has had. Please do everything possible to oppose Elon musk and this administration.

Map PinBallston Spa, NY

I urge opposing the "Safe Army Civilians Act" (H.R. 8281) as it risks compromising civil liberties and enabling further militarization of law enforcement. This bill would expand military resources and equipment transfers to civilian police forces, perpetuating the troubling trend of excessive force

Verified VoterTroy, NY

DOGE ACCESSES SOCIAL SECURITY

I really want to know why Democrats are not standing outside the offices of every agency DOGE is shoving thier way in and stopping them. Why haven't democrats secretly hired hackers to stop his idiotic little cadre of juveniles? Stop waiting on the courts, stop talking about bipartisanship. Start do

Map PinDelmar, NY

Stop firing federal workers

Stop the large scale firing of Federal workers. These are not just numbers, these are real people with real lives. Some are new hires and others have worked for years serving their country. To call them all government waste or fraudulent is shameful. They do essential jobs to help everyday people. S

Map PinDelmar, NY

NO on taking away our health care-lives at stake!

The federal administration’s initiative, Make America Healthy Again, threatens the lives of so many Americans. This is a literal move out of a facist playbook - it could lead to the deaths of hundreds of thousands of people, including children. I know you believe in access to health care for everyon

Map PinDelmar, NY

Oppose the SAVE Act

Do all you can to oppose the SAVE Act, [H.R. 22 / S. 128], which would create unnecessary barriers to voter registration by requiring a passport or birth certificate for registration along with in-person registration. Millions of eligible voters don’t have easy access to these documents, and the in-

Map PinDelmar, NY

Defend our democracy!

I am writing to you as one of your many constituents who is appalled and deeply alarmed by Elon Musk's unchecked influence over federal agencies and Donald Trump's blatant attempts to undermine our Constitution. This is not a matter of partisan politics- every American, including yourself, should be

Map PinDelmar, NY

Tell us what you’re doing to fight this authoritarianism

I am greatly concerned about not only our current presidential administration, but your apparent lack of action to oppose them. My friends and family are saying to me: What are our representatives doing to stop this administrative coup? So, what are the actions you are taking to fight for us people

Map PinDelmar, NY

Protect students with disabilities

How can a forward-thinking nation propose to terminate the Department of Education? This idea poses a grave threat, particularly for students with disabilities. Abolishing this vital agency would disrupt the administration of federal student aid programs, undermine efforts to uphold civil rights and

Map PinDelmar, NY

Defend us against authoritarianism

Our democratic institutions and processes are being subverted, and it is chilling. No matter how incremental or cloaked in legality, the federal administration’s actions are breaking us down. I urge you to do all you can to safeguard the Constitution and its fundamental rights and freedoms for all c

Map PinDelmar, NY

Vote NO on Patel

Mr. Trump's nominee for head of the FBI, Kash Patel, is unqualified. He will turn the agency into Trump's vengeance machine. Comparisons to the Gestapo are exaggerated, at least for now, but not beyond the realm of possibilities. I urge you to fight on all fronts to reject this unsuitable person. T

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