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George Latimer's Issue Positions (Political Courage Test)

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On The Ballot: Running, Democratic for U.S. House (NY) - District 16

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  • "George Latimer staunchly supports protecting reproductive freedoms and believes it is a vested right for all individuals to be able to make their own healthcare decisions. Latimer has taken action on this support by signing into law the Reproductive Health Care Facilities Access Act, protecting access to reproductive health clinics in Westchester County. George is committed to ensuring clinic access and defending healthcare providers who offer reproductive services, and if elected will seek to secure these rights and protections by voting for the Women’s Health Protection Act. Additionally, in Congress, George will fight back against any efforts to pass a national abortion ban, he will advocate for expanding access to contraception and preserving options such as in vitro fertilization (IVF) to empower individuals in family planning decisions, ensuring access to reproductive technologies that will help individuals build families according to their desires and medical needs." (latimerforny.com)
  • "Today, on the 51st Anniversary of Roe we must double down on our commitment to protect a woman’s freedom and constitutional right to an abortion and reproductive health. Roe was the law of the land until an extremist court installed by Trump took that away." (x.com)
  • "As a candidate for Congress, George is deeply committed to continue these efforts and can assure you that he will protect Medicare and Social Security from being dismantled. George recognizes these as vital lifelines for millions of Americans. He will oppose any attempts to privatize or reimagine these essential programs, ensuring they remain solvent and accessible for current and future generations. Additionally, George will advocate for measures to strengthen and expand Medicare and Social Security benefits, guaranteeing financial security and healthcare coverage for our nation’s seniors." (latimerforny.com)
  • "Once again House Republicans are proposing to strip Americans from basic human rights with their latest proposal to raise the social security age, cut medicare, and end women’s access to health care. As a member of Congress, I will never let extremists gut these vital programs." (x.com)
  • "As New Yorkers sit down to start paying their Federal taxes, we once again see how the Trump Admin took money out of our wallets by eliminating the full deduction for State & Local Taxes (SALT). In Congress, I will fight to restore this needed tax relief." (x.com)
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • "As County Executive, George fought to build a more inclusive economy where all communities could thrive. This resulted in: Investment of millions of dollars towards the revitalization of our community’s downtown areas most impacted by the pandemic." (latimerforny.com)
  • "As County Executive, George fought to build a more inclusive economy where all communities could thrive. This resulted in: Over $250 Million in grants to Minority and Women-owned businesses" (latimerforny.com)
  • "As a candidate for Congress, Latimer will continue to firmly advocate for investing in infrastructure, recognizing it as a critical driver of economic growth, job creation, and national competitiveness. George will prioritize funding for the repair and modernization of roads, bridges, and mass transit systems to ensure safe and efficient transportation networks for all residents and visitors. Additionally, he will continue to address the pressing need for resilient stormwater and sewer systems, safeguarding communities from the impacts of climate change, flooding and promoting environmental sustainability." (latimerforny.com)
  • "Infrastructure projects are priority opportunities. Investing in roads, bridges, parks, storm mitigation efforts, mass transit, water mains, and sewers helps keep a community’s many gears moving forward and in unison – while also creating hundreds of good-paying union jobs and serving as a cornerstone for continued economic growth." (latimerforny.com)
  • "In Congress, Latimer will maintain his commitment to push for the implementation of policies that address the root causes of the housing crisis, which includes incentivizing the construction of affordable housing units – which he was able to achieve here in Westchester with the Affordable Housing Investment Flex Fund – as well as protecting renters’ rights, and expanding access to homeownership opportunities for low and middle-income families." (latimerforny.com)
  • "Latimer also recognizes affordable housing as a fundamental human right and a cornerstone of what makes a stable, thriving community possible. That’s why addressing the availability of affordable housing has been and will continue to remain a top priority – having pushed to create over 2,500 new affordable housing units since 2018 with 4,000 more in the pipeline." (latimerforny.com)
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • "America needs leaders committed to lifting up the democratic voices of the people and breaking down barriers to voting. In Congress, George will prioritize safeguarding our democratic institutions by protecting election workers from harassment and intimidation, expanding voting access through initiatives such as early voting, mail-in ballots, and awareness campaigns, and upholding the independence and integrity of our judiciary. Additionally, Latimer is committed to honoring election results and promoting a peaceful transition of power, which is essential to preserving our democracy, fostering trust in our electoral process, and setting an example for future generations and other nations." (latimerforny.com)
  • "Authorized the investment of over $20 million towards expanding electric-vehicle charging infrastructure" (latimerforny.com)
  • "Encourage renewable energy use" (latimerforny.com)
  • "These efforts underscore George’s commitment to sustainability and how in Congress he will be an advocate for combating climate change, investing in renewable energy sources to transition away from fossil fuels, and creating sustainable green jobs. As George believes it is our shared responsibility to preserve the planet for future generations, he will support passing a Green New Deal to enact comprehensive policies that address environmental degradation, promote conservation efforts, and mitigate the impacts of climate change on communities across the nation." (latimerforny.com)
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • "As a candidate for Congress, Latimer will continue to prioritize keeping our communities safe by advocating for common-sense gun reform including an assault weapons ban and universal background checks. And he will continue to look for opportunities to address the root cause of gun violence and invest in violence prevention programs, similar to the Westchester Gun Violence Prevention Task-force that he started as County Executive as a proactive way to prevent gun violence and to promote a safer, more equitable society for all." (latimerforny.com)
  • "Honored to receive the support from @MomsDemand! From advocating for an assault weapons ban, universal background checks and banning gun shows at the County Center, I will continue to address the root cause of gun violence to promote a safer, more equitable society for all." (x.com)
  • "Throughout my career, I've delivered real results: infrastructure & resiliency investments, banned gun shows & reduced gun violence, & protections for reproductive care. I always put people over personal agendas. That's the record I'll bring to Congress! #RealResultsNotRhetoric" (x.com)
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • "As a candidate for Congress, Latimer firmly advocates for supporting comprehensive immigration reform to address the challenges facing our immigration system. George will prioritize accelerating work permits for immigrants to contribute to our economy while creating a fair and accessible path to citizenship. Additionally, George is committed to ensuring that immigrants have access to public safety and emergency services to promote the well-being and safety of all individuals in our communities as reflected in the passage of the Immigrant Protection Act." (latimerforny.com)
  • "We are a nation of immigrants, and George is the proud son of two immigrant families of Italian and Irish descent who settled in Mount Vernon, NY and picked that place as the starting point for George to go out and find the great American Dream. While the dream may seem different depending on who you ask, and while Westchester’s neighboring counties refused to take in immigrants bused from overflowing NYC, George was the only County Executive with the courage and compassion to step up and help find asylum seekers a place of respite and a path forward. He has also been pushing at the State and Federal level to setup an immigration court dedicated to asylum seekers here in Westchester that would be able to expedite the legal intake and processing of asylum cases – helping to clear a backlog of cases, save tax payer’s dollars, and provide better support to those coming to America seeking freedom." (latimerforny.com)
  • "After leaving our allies in flux, the House will finally vote on support for our allies in Ukraine & Israel, send critical humanitarian aid to Palestinians, and strengthen security in the Indo-Pacific. I join President Biden's call for the House & Senate to pass this package." (x.com)
  • "George also recognizes the impact of China on America’s economic and defense policy both now and in the future, and the potential dangers to world stability posed by a more nationalistic and militaristic leadership in China. In Congress, George will be committed to protecting the security of our Pacific allies, the right to free navigation in international waters, and the lowering of military and economic tensions with the Chinese government, all without sacrificing America’s own security interests and democratic principles." (latimerforny.com)
  • "In Congress, Latimer will continue to fight worldwide against racism, anti-semitism and all other forms of hate. George stands with Ukraine, and will advocate for more aid as long as Ukraine faces aggression that terrorizes its people and challenges its very sovereignty. George will continue to stand with Israel and support its rights of existence, stability, self-defense, and peace – and will advocate for a two-state solution among Israelis and Palestinians. George will also recognize and fully support the critical role of NATO in defending global security, and will support America’s long and successful commitment to this alliance." (latimerforny.com)
  • "After leaving our allies in flux, the House will finally vote on support for our allies in Ukraine & Israel, send critical humanitarian aid to Palestinians, and strengthen security in the Indo-Pacific. I join President Biden's call for the House & Senate to pass this package." (x.com)
  • "In Congress, Latimer will continue to fight worldwide against racism, anti-semitism and all other forms of hate. George stands with Ukraine, and will advocate for more aid as long as Ukraine faces aggression that terrorizes its people and challenges its very sovereignty. George will continue to stand with Israel and support its rights of existence, stability, self-defense, and peace – and will advocate for a two-state solution among Israelis and Palestinians. George will also recognize and fully support the critical role of NATO in defending global security, and will support America’s long and successful commitment to this alliance." (latimerforny.com)
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.

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