Tonko: What I’d tell ObamaMay 8, 2012 at 5:31 am by Jay Jochnowitz, Editorial page editorRep. Paul Tonko writes about the region’s challenges and what he’d like to say to the president, with whom he’s traveling about Air Force One today. Nothing is more humbling than earning the trust of the constituents of the 21st Congressional District of New York to represent our region in the halls of Congress. But one thing does come close – having the opportunity to join with the President of the United S... Read more

House leadership refuses to allow floor debate and vote on measure to cap wasteful spending Read more

Artwork created by Schenectady High Junior Atiyahna Anderson will be on display at U.S. Capitol for one year Read more

Measure would continue to create jobs and help local businesses Read more

Meeting focuses on impact rate hike would have for students, the college and the economy Read more

Tour showcases advanced manufacturing in region and future opportunities for partnership and growth Read more

Bruce Covey receives six military medals and two ribbons for service in US Navy Read more

Welcomes students to Washington, DC and joins them on steps of nation's capitol Read more

Two years ago this week, the Affordable Care Act was signed into law. Some dubbed this an historic act. Others claimed it was a socialist takeover of our health care system. But many expressed to me their uncertainty as to what the law actually did and how it would impact them or their family. Two years later, let’s take a look at some of the facts.Some 5,900 young adults (26 and under) in the Capital Region have health insurance today who did not have it two years ago. Nationwide, over 2.5 mill... Read more

To the editor,I am heartened to see the public concern over Governor Paterson's plan to close state parks as part of his effort to deal with the state's financial problems. It has also been encouraging to see state lawmakers step forward, voicing their advocacy to keep our parks open.It's understood that our state leaders have difficult choices to make as they work to close a huge budget deficit and reform the entire process so New Yorkers will enjoy a brighter future. However, closing our state... Read more