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www.TheExaminerNews.com October 30 - November 5, 2018 3 ELECTION 2018 Buchwald Looks to Make a Difference in Fourth Assembly Term By Martin Wilbur and remove New York from the list of 12 threat to themselves and others and safe Before he was elected to the state states that does not allow for some form of storage laws, among the steps that the Assembly in 2012, David Buchwald was early voting. Assembly passed last session but didn’t a practicing tax attorney. He likely never Buchwald is in favor of a mandate come up for a vote in the Senate. thought it would come in as handy as it relief law, one of a minority of Assembly “What’s clear is that the Republican did this year. members to support such a measure. Senate on a host of issues would rather He was part of a group of lawmakers While Buchwald said he’s worked with stifle the debate than bring forward topic during this year’s session that crafted his district’s municipalities when local areas that they know a vast majority of bipartisan legislation designed to help officials need legislation from the state New Yorkers are on the other side from New York taxpayers facing a much steeper such as for implementation of a hotel tax, them,” Buchwald said. federal tax bill because of the loss of the the state must do its share to reduce the Despite recent changes pledged by Con state and local income tax deduction burden on taxpayers, he said. Edison representatives, the assemblyman above $10,000. The largest portion of a property said when the next major storm hits he The legislation, which allows taxpayers taxpayer’s bill is schools and finding a lacks confidence that the utilities will be to make their payment a charitable David Buchwald more equitable formula for the Regional as prepared as they should. contribution so it can be tax deductible, Cost Index for Westchester and other However, ongoing public scrutiny was approved although the IRS has issued When it comes to ethics reform, lower Hudson Valley counties is critical, of their performance has been intense, proposed regulations that would nullify Buchwald, a Democrat, said there is still Buchwald said. he said. Buchwald, along with County the attempt. much more work to be done to regain the “You can update the formula that Executive George Latimer, organized “I know there are more opportunities public’s trust in Albany. Closing the LLC doesn’t hurt other parts of your region but officials from different levels of and I know I’m making a difference in loophole to limit exorbitant campaign does recognize the injustice to the lower government to write a 48-page report that Albany,” said Buchwald, 40, a former contributions would be one step, he Hudson Valley,” he said. makes specific recommendations. White Plains councilman. said. If there can be contribution limits Buchwald said he was proud that the He said the issue is too important for Perhaps Buchwald’s most notable for corporations – about $5,000 – in first vote he cast as an Assembly member public health and safety reasons and the accomplishment was his pension state races, then exploiting the loophole in January 2013 was to support the region’s economy. forfeiture bill. The measure now allows shouldn’t be allowed, he said. SAFE Act, the strongest gun measure “There’s not enough redundancy in the a judge to strip a state public official’s “I’m a believer in a political system in the country. It instituted universal system, there’s not enough manpower pension if he or she is found to have that is more focused on people in New background checks and banned assault to address what now are predictable committed a felony related to their York State,” Buchwald said. “It’s not just a weapons, among other restrictions. consequences of intense storms, nor is job. A constitutional amendment was matter of reform, it’s also making it easier Buchwald wants to see passage of the there a communications plan in place overwhelmingly approved by voters last to vote in New York State.” red flag bill that would remove firearms that allows people to believe what they’re November. He wants to encourage greater turnout from those individuals deemed to be a continued on page 4

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SMALL NEWS IS BIG NEWS www.TheExaminerNews.com October 30 - November 5, 2018 5 ELECTION 2018 First-Time Candidate in Long Shot Run for 93rd Assembly District By Anna Young Nuculovic said he wants to eliminate support defunding the SAFE Act to John Nuculovic has maintained an unfunded mandates and waste in the state protect citizens’ constitutional rights, he energized and enthusiastic attitude budget, citing how money could be saved said he would favor enacting aggressive striving for commonsense solutions in by overhauling the Scaffold Law. The law vetting laws for gun owners, more robust his first bid for public office in the race for holds developers and contractors liable databases, safety courses and aggressively 93rd Assembly District. for accidents on their sites, even if the address mental illness issues. He plans to use his extensive injury is caused by worker negligence. “You have legislation that is really background as a veteran, law enforcement He also noted the need for welfare borderline ineffective that comes from a official, first responder and educator to system improvements that would more good place, but makes felons out of people help his district and New York. effectively help people move forward and who aren’t felons,” he said. “It’s something After spending his professional restoration of the Star Program to ensure we have to tackle with the increase of life serving in various public service the middle class, the handicapped and violence and you have to balance that positions, Nuculovic, a Republican seniors can afford to live in Westchester. increase in criminality versus making from Bedford, said he’s running against “Fiscal responsibility is a huge thing for people criminals that aren’t.” Democratic incumbent David Buchwald me. If you’re doing what you’re supposed As severe storms periodically impact the because he has seen the negative effects John Nuculovic to do, you really should think of the region causing extended power outages, government can have on the public. He secondary, tertiary effects of what you do,” Nuculovic said the utility companies hopes to restore the standards of life, devotes his time to volunteering with the Nuculovic said. “It’s what you’re supposed must devise a plan to monitor trees and liberty and the pursuit of happiness into Bedford Hills Fire Department and the to do, it’s part of the oath you take.” power lines. As a volunteer firefighter, he the decision-making process. Westchester County Special Operations Nuculovic said he is pro-life but has spent many hours babysitting downed “I know what government looks like Hazmat team, he currently serves as the believes a person has the right to choose trees and power lines until personnel from multiple perspectives inside and asset manager for Putnam County. what they do with their body. Despite his from the utilities arrive. out,” Nuculovic said. “Whether the bars Under the leadership of Putnam personal views, he said it’s important to Nuculovic, who has a background in close behind you or you are given a ticket County Executive MaryEllen Odell, balance constituents’ needs and represent cyber security, said he would support to go overseas, things get very real and Nuculovic said his understanding of their views and would consider support extending the statute of limitations to you can see the government from both fiscal responsibility for taxpayers has only of the Reproductive Healthcare Act. prosecute a reported a sex crime. As sides.” heightened. He is focused on reducing Nuculovic said the SAFE Act, technology continues to advance, he Nuculovic, 40, began his career in public taxes, promoting infrastructure and considered one of the toughest gun said it’s necessary to extend the statute to service as a corrections officer at Rikers revitalizing downtowns in municipalities laws in the nation, was approved with certify law enforcement officials keep up Island and was a military police officer throughout the district. Increasing jobs good intentions but is arbitrary and with technology. will also ease the tax burden, he said. with the United States Army. While he T:9.75”capricious legislation. While he would continued on page 7

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SMALL NEWS IS BIG NEWS 8 October 30 - November 5, 2018 The White Plains Examiner YWCA Speaks Out on Hate-Fueled Violence Praying, shopping for groceries and States and comes at a time when anti- Kroger Grocery Store and shooting two atrocities of hate and intolerance. Enough reading your mail should all be normal semitic hate crimes are surging, rising African American patrons. Also this is enough. Now more than ever, the tasks of daily life not activities that 57% last year. What makes the shooting week, Americans, especially those in YWCA remains steadfast in our mission become filled with fear and hate. Our even more egregious is that the Jewish Westchester County and New York City, to eliminate racism, empower women and country once again faces the tragedy of victims were targeted during Shabbat were terrified as we watched the story of sends our heartfelt condolences, hope and another senseless mass shooting and services echoing the 2015 massacre at a serial letter bomber, who was targeting commitment to end violence and build a taking of innocent lives at the Tree of Life Charleston’s Emanuel African Methodist those whose political views he disagreed more just world. Synagogue in Pittsburgh. Episcopal Church, which similarly found with. Our hearts break for the families of a minority community attacked in their We are reminded of the poem, “First –Maria Imperial, CEO, those killed and injured, and for the entire house of worship. they came.. for the Jews, and I did not YWCA White Plains & Central Jewish community of Pittsburgh. This is Earlier this week, a man attempted speak out --…then they came for me Westchester likely the deadliest attack on the Jewish to enter the Jeffersontown First Baptist – and there was no one left to speak for community in the history of the United Church in Kentucky before going to a me.” We must all speak out against the HHREC Statement on Shooting Buchwald Obvious Choice to Continue Serving 93rd Assembly District at Pittsburgh Synagogue Assemblyman David Buchwald is one of will be hurt by the new federal tax law. To say once again, “our thoughts came to their defense. the more unassuming public officials in the The IRS has released regulations to negate and prayers are with the victims and The Holocaust & Human Rights area. the legislation but a coalition has been their families,” rings hollow. It does Education Center solemnly pledges to He holds few press conferences and assembled to fight the agency. not adequately convey the deep fight anti-Semitism and racial hatred limits his photo-ops, yet is quite visible in He has delivered for communities that sorrow, pain and anger that we feel. We by redoubling its efforts to educate our the communities that he serves, often seen have asked to have legislation passed mourn any death. How do we mourn youth, create upstanders and defend at local events and periodically at board to institute a hotel tax and worked on a death when it happens in the very place human rights with the hope of preventing meetings. bipartisan basis with state Sen. Terrence we seek solace, peace, and respite from such horrors in the future. Never mistake his understated approach Murphy for there to be EpiPens on school the world? for lack of engagement. In fact, quite the buses. We send our heartfelt condolences, –Joseph Kaidanow, Chair and Millie contrary. In his nearly six years in the His opponent, Republican John love and support to the Tree of Life, New Jasper Exec. Dir. Holocaust and Human state Assembly, Buchwald has quietly Nuculovic, has run one of the odder Light and Dor Hadash Congregations as Rights Education Center, White Plains put together an impressive record of campaigns in recent memory. Having well as to the brave police officers who accomplishment in a body where it’s so gained entry on a major party line in July, much easier to stand out for all the wrong he wasn’t seen or heard from until early reasons. October, and then canceled two League of Do not be daunted Perhaps Buchwald’s signature Women Voters forums with Buchwald. By the enormity achievement is introducing and getting It’s a curious way to run for public office. Of the world’s grief. near unanimous support among As it turns out, Nuculovic is hardworking Do justly now. lawmakers for his pension forfeiture bill, and affable with relevant experience in law a measure that strips pensions for state enforcement and government. He was a Love mercy now. officials convicted of a felony related to corrections officer at Rikers Island, teaches Walk humbly now. their job. Last year, by a more than a 2-1 cybersecurity courses and is currently You are not obligated margin, voters approved amending a Putnam County’s asset manager. He is also To complete the work, portion of the state constitution that puts a dedicated volunteer with the Bedford that plan into action. Hills Fire Department and the Westchester But neither are you free Not satisfied that ethics reform is County Special Operations Hazmat team, To abandon it. complete, he is now pushing to close the someone with all the credentials needed –the Talmud LLC loophole and hopes to bring early for public office. We invite readers to share their thoughts voting to New York. It’s a shame because in his interview he by sending letters to the editor. Please limit He was tabbed by County Executive certainly identified many of the issues that Letters Policy comments to 250 words. We will do our best George Latimer earlier this year to put need to be addressed. Perhaps he didn’t to print all letters, but are limited by space together a report of recommendations for have the time to wage a credible campaign constraints. Letters are subject to editing and may be withheld from publication on the discretion of Con Edison and NYSEG on preparation but we would have liked to hear more the editor. Please refrain from personal attacks. and response to severe weather events. about his plans to address infrastructure Email letters to [email protected]. Although NYSEG has displayed needs, revitalize downtowns and eliminate The White Plains Examiner requires that all letter intransigence, Con Edison has incorporated unfunded mandates, among other issues. writers provide their name, address and contact information. some of those recommendations. Despite Nuculovic’s absence on the Buchwald’s professional background as campaign trail, the district has a strong a tax attorney before his 2012 election was advocate in Buchwald and we strongly helpful to the legislature in crafting a bill endorse him for a fourth term in the to offer relief to property taxpayers who Assembly. 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