According to a new poll, Americans have grown more concerned about global warming than they were in 2009. Now 64% of Americans voted that they are more concerned about climate changes compared to the ’09 poll showing that only 46% of the population viewed it as a serious concern. Maybe the growing concern comes from hurricanes such as Irene and Sandy hitting areas such as NY and NJ that rarely have serious storms or the wildfires that swept the nation? The poll was conducted the day before election day fresh off the heels of Sandy slamming in the the Northern-East coast causing about $50 billion in damages to New York City, the Jersey shore, and more. Even NY Governor Cuomo and NJ Governor Christie expressed their concern about climate changes. Somewhere former VP Al Gore is sitting back saying “I told you so.” Read more below. Julie A.
Rabbi Blames Hurricane Sandy On Gay Marriage And Governor Cuomo Checks Him!
NY Governor Cuomo blasted the Rabbi that blamed Hurricane Sandy on gay marriage, and rightfully so. The Rabbi said that the storm was “payback” on legalizing gay marriage. Click below for the story. Melissa Nash
UPDATE: Governor Cuomo To Suspend MTA Service Tonight & Close Schools On Monday Due To Hurricane Sandy
Governor Cuomo has announced that he will be suspending all MTA services tonight. All rail services will be closed by 7 p.m. and all bus services will be suspended by 9 p.m. in preparation for Hurricane Sandy. New York City has already announced that it will be setting up shelter in 65 public schools for people living in low-lying areas, some people have been urged to evacuate, The New York City Police Department is also mobilizing, and schools will be closed on Monday. Read more below. Julie A.
Governor Cuomo Declares NY A State Of Emergency In Preparation For Hurricane Sandy
I know that Hurricane Irene didn’t do that much damage to the tri-state area, but it seems that if it stays on the track it’s on now Hurricane Sandy can. Governor Andrew Cuomo has already declared New York a state of emergency ahead of Sandy’s arrival to to help mobilize resources to local governments and rapid response efforts. So far this storm is said to be hitting us sometime from Sunday-Tuesday depending on which course it takes and as of right now, it will be a Category 1 Hurricane when it touches land. The Jersey shore has already been evacuated and boarded up in preparation for the storm and it’s supposed to definitely make some form on impact in Jersey. We will be giving you all the up to the minute updates on the storm as they come in. Read more below. Julie A.
Letter From Governor Cuomo: DNA Databank
Click below for NY Governor Cuomo’s letter regarding the DNA Databank expansion bill. Melissa Nash
Kerry Kennedy To Plead Not Guilty For Driving Drugged!
A few days ago we reported that Kerry Kennedy (Of the Kennedy family and ex-wife of Governor Cuomo) was arrested for driving under the influence of drugs. It’s looking like Kerry will plead not guilty because of a medical condition. Click below for more information. Melissa Nash
