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The questions were prepared by the League of Women Voters of Buffalo/Niagara and asked of all candidates for this office.
Read the answers from all candidates (who have responded).Questions & Answers
1. There is growing support for reform of the Rockefeller drug laws. What will you do to: a.) Initiate significant reform of these laws; b.) Provide adequate financial support for programs, on the community level, designed to cope with the impact of such reform?*
In the 2005 legislative session, the Legislature took monumental steps in reforming the Rockefeller drug laws and I advocated strongly for significant changes to this archaic system. This was a starting point, but I am confident the Legislature will do more to revamp these laws. During the previous budget, I advocated for an increase in funding for centers and programs aimed at treating drug and alcohol related dependencies and I will continue to do so until adequate funding is achieved.2. What programs and actions will you support to protect communities from the negative consequences of the state’s increasing dependence on gambling revenue?*
Gambling is expanding in New York - and as someone who believes gaming isn't the panacea many believe it to be - I have pushed for an increase in funding for gambling treatment programs. We have a responsibility to ensure these programs are in place for those who need treatment.
Responses to questions asked of each candidate are reproduced as submitted to the League.
- Original answers for a published Voters Guide were limited to 50 words and are presented as submitted. Candidates have since been invited to supply answers of any length for the Web.
Read the answers from all candidates (who have responded).
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