February 13, 2024

UPDATE: NYSUT members come out in force for Congressman-elect Tom Suozzi

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UPDATE Feb. 14:

NYSUT released the following statement on Tom Suozzi’s victory in the 3rd congressional district last night:

“In the midst of a winter snowstorm, NYSUT members came out in force for Congressman-elect Tom Suozzi. Their hard work has paid off and their voices have been heard. Congratulations to Tom on this victory. We share the belief that public schools have the power to unite us and we look forward to working together to bring our communities together in common purpose to help unite a divided nation.” - NYSUT President Melinda Person


For the Congressional District 3 Special Election,
Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2024, NYSUT endorses:

TOM SUOZZI


• Tom Suozzi believes middle-class families need tax relief. He will fight to repeal the cap on the SALT deduction.

• He wants teachers to be able to teach and students to love learning, which is why he supports the More Teaching, Less Testing Act.

• He believes that strong union protections are essential to securing good pay and benefits for all workers.

• He is a tireless advocate for our public schools.


Tom Suozzi fights for us. Now we fight for him. Vote Tom Suozzi on February 13 in the NY-03 Special Election for tax relief, better schools, and more protections for the middle class. Tom will be an effective voice for us in Congress.



How to Cast Your Vote

It's never been more important to vote... and it's never been easier. Choose ONE of the following three methods to vote this year:

VOTE ABSENTEE

IMPORTANT DATES:

  • Feb. 20 is the last day for the board of elections to RECEIVE absentee applications — applications must be physically in their office by that date, not postmarked.
  • Apply for a ballot by Feb. 3. 

WHAT YOU NEED TO DO:

VOTE EARLY

IMPORTANT DATES:

Early voting runs Feb. 3 to Feb. 11.

WHAT YOU NEED TO DO:

VOTE IN PERSON ON ELECTION DAY

IMPORTANT DATE:

  • Election Day is Tuesday,
    Feb. 13.

WHAT YOU NEED TO DO:

  • Go VOTE!

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