Watch Debate Tomorrow August 2 Between Carolyn Maloney, Jerry Nadler And Suraj Patel For NY Congressional District 12 Democratic Party Nomination To Represent Roosevelt Island and Manhattan's East And West Sides - Tweet Your Questions To NY1 And WNYC

 

WNYC and New York1 are hosting a debate tomorrow evening, August 2, between the Democratic Party Candidates

Tomorrow (Tuesday) at 7 pm: Big 90-minute debate between @JerryNadler, @carolyn4nyc and @surajpatelnyc. Simulcast on @ny1 and @WNYC. Moderated by @brigidbergin and yours truly. Tweet your questions! pic.twitter.com/6OX37oMh7v

— Errol Louis (@errollouis) August 1, 2022

for the 12th Congressional District which includes Roosevelt Island, the East Side and West Side of Manhattan.

See the full map at https://newyork.redistrictingandyou.org

Caught up with @CarolynBMaloney @surajpatelnyc @JerryNadler around NY-12 today ahead of their @NY1 @InsideCityHall debate tomorrow. I have a preview next on @InsideCityHall. pic.twitter.com/o8046OQBp1

— Emily Ngo (@emilyngo) August 1, 2022

Carolyn Maloney is the long time incumbent, a powerful Congressional Committee Chair of the House Oversight Committee and is well known to Roosevelt Island residents 

for her many years of service to Roosevelt Island and knowledge of community issues.

Jerry Nadler is a long time Congressman representing the West Side of Manhattan and a powerful House Committee Chair of the Judiciary Committee. Mr Nadler spoke to Roosevelt Island residents during Roosevelt Island Day last June 11 

although he acknowledged not being familiar with specific Roosevelt Island issues.

Suraj Patel is an attorney who came close to defeating Ms Maloney in the 2020 Democratic Party Primary.

 

WNYC previews the debate.

The Primary Election Day is August 23. Early Voting August 13-21.

Watch Video Of NY 1 Democratic Party Primary Debate To Represent 12th Congressional District Including Roosevelt Island - Incumbent Congresswoman Carolyn Maloney Running Against Challengers Suraj Patel, Lauren Ashcraft & Peter Harrison

NY 1 hosted a Democratic Party Primary Debate to represent the 12th Congressional District, which includes Roosevelt Island, last night with incumbent Congresswoman Carolyn Maloney and challengers:

• Suraj Patel,
• Lauren Ashcraft and
• Peter Harrison.

In a NY1 debate, @RepMaloney touted her legislative record as evidence she’ll get police reform legislation passed in Washington.

Challengers @surajpatelnyc, @VoteAshcraft, and @PeteHarrisonNYC contend her record has actually hurt New Yorkers. #NY1Politics pic.twitter.com/4lOjAty3V5

— Spectrum News NY1 (@NY1) June 16, 2020

Click here to watch the full debate.

The primary is June 23 but you can vote now.

Roosevelt Island early voting location is 440 east 26 street. https://t.co/OiWnVpDwHL pic.twitter.com/LfFAf9XRfT

— Roosevelt Islander (@Rooseveltisland) June 13, 2020

UPDATE 8:10 PM - Freelancers Union President Rafael Espinal hosts a June 15 forum with the Democratic primary candidates for New York's 12th Congressional District: Rep. Carolyn Maloney, Peter Harrison, Suraj Patel, and Lauren Ashcraft.

Meet Suraj Patel And Lauren Ashcraft, Democratic Party Primary Candidates To Represent Roosevelt Island In Congress - Mail In Ballot Request Deadline June 16, Early Vote In Person Now Thru June 21, Election Day June 23

There's still time to request your mail in ballot, until June 16, to vote in the June 23 Democratic Party primary for candidates to represent Roosevelt Island in the 12th Congressional District.

Did you know there’s a primary election on June 23? You can vote by mail if you request your absentee ballot by June 16!

Go to https://t.co/tbhzPm99Oa to request your ballot today. pic.twitter.com/GDuCucBfcd

— NYC Mayor's Office (@NYCMayorsOffice) June 13, 2020

You can also vote early in person until June 21. The Roosevelt Island early vote location is 440 East 26 Street.

Why doesn't Roosevelt Island have its own early voting site?!? https://t.co/wtn8meSzSb

— Kim Moscaritolo (@kimmosc) June 13, 2020

Good question.

The sole election on the ballot for Roosevelt Island is the Democratic Party Primary for Congress. The candidates are:

• Incumbent Carolyn Maloney
• Suraj Patel,
• Peter Harrison and 
• Lauren Ashcraft

I spoke with two of the Democratic Party Primary Candidates, Suraj Patel



and Lauren Ashcraft,



at last Saturday's Roosevelt Island Farmers Market.

There is a NY 12 Democratic Party Primary Congressional Forum this evening.

NYC! This Monday, plan to join our live forum with the Democratic primary candidates for the 12th Congressional District, moderated by Freelancers Union President @RLEspinal. pic.twitter.com/77rPvH5uIl

— Freelancers Union (@freelancersu) June 12, 2020

Watch Live Streaming 8 PM Tonight Of Democratic Party Primary Debate To Represent Roosevelt Island In Congress With Representative Carolyn Maloney, And Challengers Suraj Patel, Lauren Ashcraft & Pete Harrison

Happening tonight - join us, especially if you live in NY-12

Debate will stream here: https://t.co/YTVfjrubYe pic.twitter.com/k8zMvJoG8W

— Ben Max (@TweetBenMax) June 8, 2020

Empire State Indivisible is hosting a Democratic Party Primary Congressional 12 District (which includes Roosevelt Island) Debate this evening:

Mon, June 8, 2020

8:00 PM – 9:30 PM EDT

Leading up to the June 23rd Primary Elections, Empire State Indivisible will be hosting a candidate debate for New York's 12th Congressional moderated by Ben Max of the Gotham Gazette. Join to hear from candidates Representative Carolyn Maloney, Pete Harrison, Suraj Patel, and Lauren Ashcraft.

Due to the incredible interest in the event, we will live streaming the event directly on our Facebook page and our twitter account to allow for the most amount of views.

Here are the links: https://www.facebook.com/EmpireStateIndivisible/ and https://twitter.com/es_indivisible.

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Roosevelt Island Residents Very Happy Saturday Farmers Market Reopened After Closed Last 6 Weeks Due To Coronavirus Pandemic - Well Organized Say Residents And A Glorious Reunion Says Vendor

The Roosevelt Island Saturday Farmers Market has been closed since last March 28 due to safety concerns from the Coronavirus Pandemic. As Roosevelt Island and the rest of NYC  tries to carefully re-open, the  Roosevelt Island Weekly Farmers Market returned with their fresh fruits, vegetables and other products last Saturday at Good Shepherd Plaza.

Social distancing practices were maintained, face coverings worn by staff and customers, and gloves given out for handling the fruit and vegetables.

Roosevelt Island Saturday Farmers Market reopened today. Well organized and social distancing maintained. Good to have them back pic.twitter.com/XVbzuKYysf

— Roosevelt Islander (@Rooseveltisland) May 16, 2020

Roosevelt Island residents were happy with the Farmers Market return.

Among the comments:

• I got there at 6:30, PSD were setting up. I was thinking there was going to be a huge line. We were told that we needed ID, masks, and that from 7am -8 would be for seniors. There were no seniors except me, and 5 other people at that time. Guess they too were expecting huges lines. The other vendors were not there until later. Very glad they are all back!
• I went after 8, there was a line but moved quickly and it was very orderly!!!
• I was there at 8:05am. There was a line but it moved very quickly and people were maintaining distance. PSD staffs did a great job.
• Soooo glad it reopened. Went at 1:30 and it was lovely to see everyone. Kids loved having it back, too. Seemed very safe and low risk.
• Very well organized and the prices were good. Everything looked very fresh.
• A delight
• It was perfect. So nice and civilized. Wish all things on RI were set up this way!
• I was so happy to have them back. It was well organized and customers were patient and considerate. A bit of “normal” was good for the psyche. 
• I was nervous about going at first, but found it was highly organized. Offered gloves and sanitizer before entering. PS we’re there making sure everyone was masked and following guidelines. Welcome back Wengerd Farms!

Israel Wengerd of Wengerd Farms said they had approximately 1 thousand customers and were very pleased it went well. Mr Wengerd adds:

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Democratic Party Primary Congressional Candidate Suraj Patel Hosting Roosevelt Island Virtual Meet And Greet Community Conversation Thursday May 7 - Check In And Learn What He Has To Say

Suraj Patel is challenging incumbent Congresswoman Carolyn Maloney in the June 23 Democratic Party Primary to represent the 12th Congressional District which includes Roosevelt Island.

Mr Patel is hosting a Roosevelt Island Virtual Meet And Greet Community Convsation Thursday May 7 at 6 PM:

Residents of Roosevelt Island are invited to join Suraj and team for a check-in conversation on the Coronavirus, lack of testing on the Island, and issues specific to Roosevelt Island.

According to Mr Patel:

Roosevelt Islanders have brought me so much hope throughout this crisis. You’ve ‘Made Noise’ nightly to thank our healthcare heroes, leading the city-wide clapping we now do nightly at 7pm. You’ve advocated for hospital staff, for each other, and for increased COVID testing. You represent the best of New York City, as so many residents in New York’s 12th District do, and I’m excited to check in with Roosevelt Island neighbors and hear directly from you.

Register here to participate in the Roosevelt Island Community Converstion with candidate Suraj Patel.

Here's Mr. Patel speaking at the March 4 Roosevelt Island Residents Association (RIRA) Common Council meeting during the. Public Session.



Mr Patel ran against Congresswoman Maloney in 2018 and lost but results were closer than expected.

Will this year be different?

Learn more about Mr. Patel at his web site.

Lauren Ashcraft and Peter Harrisson are also challenging the incumbent Congresswoman Carolyn Maloney in the Democratic Party primary.

Congresswoman Carolyn Maloney Wins Democratic Party Primary Tonight Against Newcomer Suraj Patel - But Closer Than Expected

Unlike Joe Crowley, Carolyn Maloney survived her race in New York today. But her 58% is far from impressive, says @POLITICO_Steve.

More live analysis: https://t.co/mvuhdQJpEY
New York results: https://t.co/MniBCjW6kz pic.twitter.com/4lvuC1Rfn7

— POLITICO (@politico) June 27, 2018

UPDATE 6/27:

Carolyn Maloney faced off an aggressive challenge from Suraj Patel, who wound up being the weakest primary challenger of the 3 in NYC. Maloney won Manhattan easy and split Queens (even though it looks like Patel won it). Brooklyn was solid for Patel #NY12 pic.twitter.com/ivnN8JwzmO

— Matthew Isbell (@mcimaps) June 27, 2018

Thank you to the voters for honoring me with the Democratic nomination for #NY12. I will continue doing all I can to fight back against Trump’s hateful agenda and make sure we take back the House in November!

— Carolyn B. Maloney (@CarolynBMaloney) June 27, 2018

Incumbent Congresswoman Carolyn Maloney Versus Newcomer Suraj Patel In Democratic Party Primary Tuesday June 26 To Represent Roosevelt Island And Portions Of Manhattan, Brooklyn And Queens - Come Out And Vote If You Are A Democrat

Roosevelt Island's long time Congresswoman Carolyn Maloney

Tomorrow is #ElectionDay in NY. Get out and vote so we can keep fighting to fix our subways, pass Medicare for All, and stand up to a White House hell bent on destroying values that made the US the envy of the world. Check your polling location here: https://t.co/sjlDgS7BK3 #ny12 pic.twitter.com/DRDVgXhfmX

— Carolyn B. Maloney (@CarolynBMaloney) June 25, 2018

has an oppenent in the June 26 Democratic Party primary tomorrow. Political newcomer Suraj Patel

This Tuesday 6/26 is Election Day. New Yorkers are ready to step up and lead this country towards a future that's progressive and bold. If we can seize this momentum, we can win back the House, and win it for good. #VoteJune26 pic.twitter.com/T1cAzfKLrs

— Suraj Patel (@surajpatelnyc) June 22, 2018

is running against Ms Maloney, a 25 year incumbent,

This job is about helping people and making a difference in the lives of New Yorkers.

That’s why I’ve worked to bring federal $ for the 2nd Ave Subway, the Kosciuszko Bridge, and more.

We’re not done yet. Get out and vote on June 26th so we can keep fighting and serving #ny12. pic.twitter.com/q9URz0zJbW

— Carolyn B. Maloney (@CarolynBMaloney) June 24, 2018

to represent the 12 Congressional District that includes Roosevelt Island as well as other portions of Manhattan, Brooklyn and Queens (District Map here).

Mr. Patel spoke with me and the Roosevelt Island Daily during his June 8 visit to the Roosevelt Island Senior Center.

The Roosevelt Island Daily asked Mr. Patel about Roosevelt Island issues 



and I followed up asking about the power of Congressional seniority and incumbency on the race.

Here's Ms Maloney

and Mr. Patel

greeting residents during Roosevelt Island Day.

The polling location for most Roosevelt Island residents is PS/IS 217 at 645 Main Street except for Octagon residents who vote at Coler Hospital ( 900 Main Street)

Watch this candidate's forum with Ms. Maloney and Mr. Patel hosted by



Empire State Indivisible and Indivisible Brooklyn.

Political Newcomer Suraj Patel Running Against Congresswoman Carolyn Maloney In June 26 Democratic Party Primary For 12 CD - Meet Mr. Patel 12 PM June 8 At Roosevelt Island Senior Center

Roosevelt Island's long time Congresswoman Carolyn Maloney has an oppenent in the upcoming June 26 Democratic Party primary. Political newcomer Suraj Patel is running against Ms Maloney, a 25 year incumbent, to represent the 12 Congressional District that includes Roosevelt Island as well as other portions of Manhattan, Brooklyn and Queens (District Map here).

From #Queens to #RooseveltIsland to meet and chat with #NY12-ers & snag a quick bite @RiverwalkBarNYC! Always reminding people that the election is only 23 days away and to #VoteJune26! Bonus: tram ride🚋 to Manhattan! #DayofAction pic.twitter.com/EITOR7oY3A

— Suraj Patel (@surajpatelnyc) June 3, 2018

Mr Patel will be visiting the Roosevelt Island Carter Burden Senior Center on Friday, June 8 at 12 PM. You're invited to come meet him and learn more about his background and ideas.

Here's more on Mr. Patel



and a candidate's forum with Ms. Maloney and Mr. Patel hosted by Empire State Indivisible and Indivisible Brooklyn.



More information on Mr. Patel at his web site.

More information on Congresswoman Maloney at her web site.

UPDATE 6/19 - Mr. Patel spoke with me and the Roosevelt Island Daily during his visit to the Roosevelt Island Senior Center.

The Roosevelt Island Daily asked Mr. Patel about Roosevelt Island issues



and I followed up asking about the power of Congressional seniority and incumbency on the race.