It's time to gear up for the 2009 NYC elections!
It's the dog days of summer.....and the citywide primaries are just around the corner (September 15).
Join DL21C as we watch the candidates in action, for three important debates on the big screen.
Meet the candidates, who will join us before and after their live debates.
Not sure what a Comptroller is? Or a Public Advocate? Learn about the roles and responsibilities of these important citywide offices and discuss the issues with fellow DL21C'ers...
Drink specials.....Campaign Finance Board trivia....door prizes...and a great crowd!
Full schedule is below.....see you Wednesday, and in early September!
Wednesday, August 26 - First Democratic Mayoral Candidate Debate - Bill Thompson and Tony Avella, sponsored by NY1 News and the Campaign Finance Board
Tuesday, September 8 - Public Advocate Debate Watch Party, at Dog Ear Tavern (final televised debate before the primary); 333 Hudson St (next to debate site!)
Thursday, September 10 - City Comptroller Debate Watch Party (followed by the NFL kickoff!), at Dog Ear Tavern (final televised debate before the primary)
See you Wednesday night!
About the Democratic candidates for Mayor:
Bill Thompson:
A product of our public schools and lifetime New Yorker, Bill has spent over two decades serving the people of New York. At every step of the way--as an aide to a Congressman, as the youngest Deputy Borough President in our city’s history, as Brooklyn’s representative to the school board, as President of the Board of Education and as our City’s Comptroller, Bill has been a champion for the hard-working New Yorkers who are the backbone of our city’s success.
A proven leader who has worked aggressively to strengthen the city’s finances, uncover waste and abuse, and safeguard the city’s finances, Bill Thompson was elected City Comptroller in 2001 and overwhelmingly re-elected in 2005. As the city’s chief financial officer, he manages a staff of more than 700 highly skilled professionals with a budget of $68 million. His work impacts every aspect of the city’s operations, including the budget, public financing and the delivery of city services.
About Tony Avella:
Tony grew up in Long Island City and is currently a second-term City Councilman representing Queens. In his time on the Council, he has worked to protect neighborhoods from irresponsible real estate development, and he led the charge against term limit extensions in the City Council. He has stood up to insist on proper funding for firehouses, schools, and police. And on labor, he has introduced legislation to end residency laws for city workers and to establish apprenticeship programs that lead to union jobs.