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The questions were prepared by the League of Women Voters of Westchester County and asked of all candidates for this office.
See below for questions on
Major Issues,
Redistricting,
Why You?
Click on a name for candidate information. See also more information about this contest.
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1. What are the three major issues you would address immediately if elected?*
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Answer from Nick Spano:
1) I will continue my work to promote an open and accountable government system, provide better education for our children, and create meaningful jobs and careers here in Westchester.
Answer from Andrea Stewart-Cousins:
1) Education: Our schools are inadequately funded. Health Care: I will fight for universal access to quality, affordable health care. Property Taxes: I will work to reign in soaring property taxes.
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2. What is your opinion regarding the formation of an independent redistricting commission?*
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Answer from Nick Spano:
2) I am the prime-sponsor of the bill (S.7855) that will create an independent redistricting commission to help ensure a fair redistricting process. I wholeheartedly support this initiative.
Answer from Andrea Stewart-Cousins:
2) I support the formation of an independent redistricting commission. The principles of fairness and equality should guide the process of drawing legislative districts1, not partisanship.
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3. What makes you the best candidate for this office?*
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Answer from Nick Spano:
3) I believe that my record of results exhibits my commitment and ability to deliver for my constituents. I have and will continue to be a tireless advocate for the people.
Answer from Andrea Stewart-Cousins:
3) I will champion legislative reform that brings equitable needs based school funding,affordable healthcare and housing; sound environmental policies; and increased budgetary transparency while reducing influence peddling and lowering taxes.
Responses to questions asked of each candidate
are reproduced as submitted to the League.
- Original answers for a published Voters Guide
were limited to 30 words and are presented as submitted. Candidates have
since been invited to supply answers of any length for the Web.
The order of the candidates is random and changes daily. Candidates who did not respond are not listed on this page.
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