Politics

Why I am Voting for Steve Brescia by Aidan Rowan

Published

6 years ago

October 15, 2020

I want to state how strongly I support Steve Brescia for State Senate in this year’s election.
I am a lifelong Stony Point resident and a product of the North Rockland School District. I have looked up to politicians like the late Senator Larkin all my life.

I always thought to myself how much I really respected the men and women who serve in elected office. Here in North Rockland we have been represented by Senator James Skoufis for 2 years and I have yet to see him even in the county of Rockland once in his whole term. Steve Brescia comes to North Rockland every opportunity he gets. Steve has been hard at work in Orange County for 30 years working for the people of Montgomery and in the County Legislature. North Rockland would be so lucky to have Steve Brescia represent us in the Senate. In the last 2 years we have seen dangerous “Bail Reform” laws being championed by our Senator. We have seen a lack of respect for our law enforcement and our first responders. Steve is everything we need in a State Senator. He brings a hard work, give it all you got perspective to public office. It’s time we return to the days when voting for someone wasn’t just because of their party affiliation but because of what they bring to the table for the people they seek to represent.

Steve will be a Senator that when you call him he will answer that call and we will have the peace of mind knowing that Steve will do his best to help us out. North Rockland needs a representative that will actually show up and work across party lines to get things done for the 39th Senate district and our State.

On November 3rd I urge everyone to vote for Steve Brescia for State Senate he won’t go to the bathroom when it’s time to vote on legislation affecting all of us! Thank you! – Aidan Rowan

Politics

Brett Yagel Announces Candidacy for New York State Assembly in 96th District

Published

3 months ago

January 19, 2026

Rockland Report Editor

ROCKLAND COUNTY, NY — Brett Yagel, the former Mayor of the Village of Pomona has officially announced his candidacy for the New York State Assembly in the 96th District.

Below you can read Yagel’s full announcement:

“I am proud to announce that I am seeking the support of the Republican and Conservative Parties as a candidate for the New York State Assembly in the 96th District.
I am not a career politician. I am a problem solver. As Mayor and as a professional working for one of the world’s largest defense contractors, I have spent my career focused on results, accountability, and getting complex jobs done the right way. Leadership and responsibility are not abstract concepts to me. They are values I have lived every day in public service and in the private sector.

Albany is broken. It is dominated by career politicians who create problems, expand government, and then ask for more power to fix the very messes they created. The people of the 96th District deserve better than politics as usual.

Our district needs a leader with real world experience, common sense, and the courage to challenge the status quo. I am ready to bring accountability, fiscal responsibility, and practical,
results driven solutions to Albany. Most importantly, I will be a strong and independent voice for the hardworking families of the 96th District.

If you are tired of excuses and ready for real results, I would be honored to earn your support.”

Yagel will running against incumbent Assemblyman Patrick Carroll.

Politics

Congressman Mike Lawler Announces Bid for Reelection to Congress, Will Not Run for Governor

Published

9 months ago

July 23, 2025

Rockland Report Editor

Rockland County, NY — Congressman Mike Lawler, a lifelong Rockland County resident and graduate of Suffern High School, officially announced today that he will seek reelection to the U.S. House of Representatives, putting to rest speculation that he might enter the race for Governor of New York.

Lawler, who represents New York’s 17th Congressional District, said his decision to remain focused on Congress reflects his commitment to continuing the work he’s started on behalf of Hudson Valley residents. Since taking office in January 2023, Lawler’s office has closed over 6,000 constituent service cases and successfully returned more than $27.2 million to residents throughout the district.

One of his signature achievements has been his leadership in reforming the State and Local Tax (SALT) deduction cap. Under Lawler’s advocacy, the SALT cap was quadrupled to $40,000, providing significant tax relief to middle-class families across the region for the next ten years.

Lawler’s decision not to run for governor preserves his role as a key Republican voice in a competitive swing district, and positions him for what is expected to be a closely watched race in 2026.
About Congressman Mike Lawler:

New York’s 17th Congressional District, includes Rockland and portions of Westchester and Putnam County.