The two parties square off over political donors and the Working Families Party line in upcoming elections.
Government & Politics
Morelle: ‘History will judge us’
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Monroe County’s Democratic representative on Capitol Hill says impeachment is necessary because “Donald Trump’s actions and rhetoric clearly demonstrate that he is unfit for the presidency.”
Government & Politics
Capitol riot lays bare GOP rift
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When the leader of Monroe County Republicans disavowed the violence of the pro-Trump mob, his statement drew fire from many who insist the presidential election was stolen.
Government & Politics
Readers strongly favor removing Trump from office
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In a Rochester Beacon poll, three-quarters of respondents said the president should be impeached or removed under the 25th Amendment.
Government & Politics
This is not who we are
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After the horrific events of Jan. 6, our political leaders must find unity and act with collective clarity in the coming days.
Government & Politics
Storming of the Capitol
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Local representatives condemn the pro-Trump mob that assaulted the halls of Congress during the joint session to officially count Electoral College votes confirming Joe Biden’s victory. Biden’s election was ratified in the early morning hours.
Government & Politics
Final counts for votes and money
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The margin of victory for many Democratic candidates this year fell well short of their financial advantage.
Government & Politics
A stark political divide
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In the wake of Tuesday’s presidential election, whose outcome is still unclear, 82 percent of respondents to a Rochester Beacon poll say they are “very concerned” about the nation’s polarization.
Government & Politics
Democrats poised for key wins locally
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Monroe County Clerk Jamie Romeo and state Senate hopefuls Samra Brouk and Jeremy Cooney hold leads, with absentee ballots still to be counted.
Government & Politics
Riding the blue wave
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Over two decades, Monroe County’s Republican Party has lost its enrollment advantage. With ongoing gains in both the city and suburbs, are Democrats now poised to gain even more power locally?
Government & Politics
Partisan divide hovers over 25th Congressional District race
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Republican George Mitris, a first-time candidate, has campaigned as a non-politician in his bid to defeat incumbent Rep. Joe Morelle.