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
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.
Government & Politics
Cooney, Barry compete for Robach’s Senate seat
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With the longtime Republican incumbent not seeking re-election, voters in the 56th District will be sending someone new to Albany.
Government & Politics
Two first-time state Senate candidates vie to succeed Funke
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Democrat Samra Brouk has a sizable lead over Republican Christopher Missick in campaign contributions. Will she be able to flip the 55th District on Nov. 3?
Government & Politics
Race for county clerk focuses on customer service
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Democratic incumbent Jamie Romeo and Republican challenger Karla Boyce agree on the need to improve the way the clerk’s office functions—but not on how to do it.
Government & Politics
Beacon’s Election Dashboard details finances
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Morelle has a big monetary lead over Republican George Mitris, his challenger in the 25th Congressional District race.
Justice & Public Safety
Warren faces felony charges
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Rochester’s mayor and two others were indicted by a grand jury for campaign finance violations allegedly committed during the last city mayoral race.