politics

Politics - "The colorful and exceedingly wealthy Alva Vanderbilt Belmont was undoubtedly the island's most outspoken and controversial advocate for woman suffrage," noted author Antonia Petrash.

Politics - "A powerful message was sent all around the 1st Congressional District today," Congrasman Zeldin said in his victory speech.

Politics - This election, perhaps more than any in recent history, is surely an impetus to get up, get out and exercise your right to vote.

Politics - It was the Democrats who dominated most of the East End polls on Election Day.

Politics - Six-term Democratic Rep. Tim Bishop was defeated by Republican challenger Lee Zeldin in the NY-01 Congressional Race on Election Day.

Politics - Hamptons.com spoke with the Southampton Town Councilman who is running for the Suffolk County Legislative seat presently held by Legislator Jay Schneiderman.

Politics - Hamptons.com talked with Southampton Town Council candidate Stan Glinka to find out what he would bring to the political table if elected.

Politics - With the upcoming November election, Concerned Citizens of Montauk is helping East End voters hear the candidates' stances during the 43rd Annual Meet the Candidates Forum.

Politics - Despite being officially designated as the Republican candidate for Southampton Tow Supervisor in the upcoming November 5th election, recent developments may mean that Linda Kabot will still have to face a member of the Conservative Party in a primary.

Politics - David Betts, the Republican and Conservative candidate for Superintendent of Highways in Southampton recently held a fundraiser at Tide Runners Restaurant in Hampton Bays.

Politics - Jeff Mansfield was joined at the fundraiser by his family and various supporters that included other prominent members of the Southampton GOP.

Politics - Congressman Tim Bishop relished in The Supreme Court's ruling that The Defense of Marriage Act was unconstitutional.

Politics - Guests gathered recently to kick off Stan Glinka's campaign for Southampton Town Council at Edgewater Restaurant in Hampton Bays.

Politics - Congressman Tim Bishop revealed a new bill to treat veterans who are exposed to airborne hazards and open-air burn pits.

Politics - Hamptons native Chris Nuzzi is the official Republican nominee to run for Suffolk County Legislator against incumbent Jay Schneiderman in November.

Politics - “For me, it's not about showmanship, jockeying for position and petty partisan politics,” former Southampton Town Supervisor and longtime resident Linda Kabot said of her decision to campaign for the Supervisor position in this November's election.

Politics - The Presidential Inauguration for Barack Obama's second term as the 44th President of the United States will take place on Monday, January 21. Bay Street Theatre will be broadcasting the inauguration on the big screen from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Politics - Legislator Schneiderman, chair of the Public Works Committee, has successfully secured funding for three dredging projects in the Town of East Hampton over the past two years.

Politics - Congressman Tim Bishop of New York strongly criticized GOP leadership in Congress for not bringing the bipartisan Super Storm Sandy Relief Bill to a vote in the House of Representatives.

Politics - Legislator Jay Schneiderman (I-Montauk) sponsored Resolution 967-2012, which authorized the transfer of surplus blackberries, accessories and other telephone devices to The Retreat, Inc in East Hampton.