Bronx News Network

BxNN Presents: The 33rd Senate District Candidates On the Issues (Part 5)

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The Bronx News Network recently asked candidates in 33rd District senate race to answer, in writing, a number of questions which we hope will shed light on where they stand politically, their position on key issues in the community, and what they would do if elected. In the coming days we’re going to post their unedited answers on this blog, a few at a time. Last week, we published Part 1, Part 2, Part 3 and Part 4. Today, we are focusing on social issues and legislative reform. Tomorrow, we will conclude our series with the candidates’ views on independent redistricting and member items (discretionary funds intended for local nonprofit groups).

Bronx News Network

Bronx News Roundup, July 26

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The so-called soda tax, which the Paterson administration estimates would add $815 million to the state’s badly depleted coffers (and keep NYers healthier) will get another chance at passage in another special legislative session called for Wednesday to deal with the state budget, which is four months late. The measure hasn’t fared well in either body of the legislature, but in a press release the Alliance for a Healthier New York says it’s glad to see the proposal is “gaining serious momentum.” In April, Montefiore Medical Center came out in favor of the tax and the Norwood News had this editorial. Two barges carried the new Willis Avenue Bridge up the East River this morning.