Sep 30, 2010
More good news! The Rochester Business Alliance has just endorsed Harry Wilson's campaign for State Comptroller. Harry is pleased to accept this endorsement as his campaign pushes to restore fiscal responsibility to Albany.
Sep 30, 2010
Election Day is closing in fast, and we only have little more than a month to go. We are in need of volunteers to make phone calls, door knock, email their friends, or even attend the debate on Monday. Click here to get signed up.
Sep 28, 2010
If ever there was a time when New York needed an astute, tough-minded outsider to safeguard its cash -- as opposed to a longtime insider beholden to Shelly Silver -- this is it.
Republican Harry Wilson fits the bill to a tee, and today The Post enthusiastically endorses him for state comptroller.
New Yorkers rarely focus on this office, which acts as the state's chief fiscal watchdog and sole trustee of its $130 billion pension fund. But state finances are imploding, and the economy -- especially upstate -- is in dire straits.
Albany needs a serious financial cop -- and Wilson couldn't have been better groomed for the task.
Reared in upstate Johnstown, the son of working-class immigrants, he holds an MBA from Harvard and has experience at several top financial firms. Best of all: He's never held elected office.
His rival, by contrast, current Comptroller Tom DiNapoli, got his job in '07 when Assembly Speaker Silver tapped him to replace Alan Hevesi -- a reward for DiNapoli's 20 years of loyal service in the Legislature.
Could there be a clearer choice?
With Wilson, New York would get a true pro -- with formal training and relevant, real-world experience.
And he understands the problem: Albany continues "to ratchet up spending to placate special interests," he says. Thus, "New Yorkers bear the highest . . . tax burden in the nation," which drives away businesses, jobs and revenue.
The result: "An ever-dwindling tax base supporting an ever-increasing state government -- an unsustainable dynamic."
As an outsider, Wilson would serve as an effective check on Silver (a cinch for re-election), the next Senate boss and the next governor -- whoever that might be.
Yet, Wilson -- who helped save GM as the only Republican on President Obama's auto task force -- can also be highly effective on a bipartisan basis.
To be sure, DiNapoli is hardly the worst of the lot in Albany. Indeed, he's usefully warned of New York's dire fiscal woes for years.
But, let's face it: He's too close to Silver and part of New York's status quo.
Should Cuomo become gov, Wilson would be better able to work with the AG's plan for fiscal reform -- or stand up to him, and to Silver, should they continue down the current ruinous path.
New Yorkers who care about the state's finances, economy -- and their own pocketbooks -- should back Wilson.
Sep 27, 2010
Thank you for participating in our $30K No Regrets on Election Day money bomb! Your contribution helped us reach our goal and you have had a direct impact on the success of this campaign. You have demonstrated that you no longer want a tax and spend career politician in charge of your tax dollars.
The people of New York are looking for someone who will bring fiscal accountability and responsibility to Albany. Not someone who is so closely tied to special interest groups and who will rubber stamp tax increases.
Thank you again for helping position us to win on November 2nd!
Sep 27, 2010
Harry Wilson campaigning at the Sons of Italy Feast and Street Fair in Nassau County hosted by Oyster Bay Supervisor John Venditto. Pictured here is Vietnam Veteran Activist Joe Ingino, Harry and Congressman Pete King.
Sep 22, 2010
Today, tomorrow and Friday Harry is asking you join him in a No Regrets on Election Day Money Bomb.
Tom DiNapoli shares no sympathy for struggling New Yorkers overburdened by high taxes. When asked about his more than 200 votes to raise taxes, he told the NY Daily News, "I wouldn't say I regret voting for any of them." Can you believe it?!
I encourage you to watch the video above and consider making a donation to ensure our success on November 2.
Career politicians are in charge of Albany, fostering a culture of corruption and lack of accountability. They’re catering to the special interests instead of to the people of New York. Their agenda consists of neverending tax increases, out of control spending, and complete disregard for the concerns of everyday New Yorkers. Tom DiNapoli is an Albany insider who has raised our taxes over 200 times and put us billions in the hole.
Are you ready for a better tomorrow? Are you ready to stand up and support new leaders who can create common sense solutions instead of more government?
Add your name to the list of supporters who want to be regret free on Election Day by donating today.
Sep 21, 2010
Check out the 'Wilson TV' section on our website to watch short videos on where Harry stands on issues and why he is the right person to fix New York State's financial mess.
Sep 20, 2010
Thank you to everyone who was able to make it out to the Grand Opening of our Long Island Headquarters! There was a great turnout. You can view some of the pictures below!
Sep 17, 2010
Join Harry Wilson and several Long Island elected officials this Sunday at 11 a.m. for the Grand Opening of our Long Island Headquarters. It will be located at 1 Montauk Highway on the corner of Wellwood Avenue, in Lindenhurst. We hope to see you there!
Sep 16, 2010
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Sep 15, 2010
Have you become an online Act.ivi.st? If not, this is a great way to stay connected with the campaign and compete with other supporters to help spread my message of fiscal restraint and responsibility. Click below to join.
Sep 14, 2010
Today is primary day in New York! Make sure you get to the polls before they close at 9 p.m. We look forward to working with our fellow nominees as we head towards a big November win!
Sep 13, 2010
Today, we are proud to accept the endorsement of Mayor Mike Bloomberg. This is an important endorsement for our campaign as we move toward returning fiscal accountability and responsibility back to Albany. You can read the full press release below.
Sep 11, 2010
Our hearts and prayers go out the to victims of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks and to their families, as we commemorate its 9th Anniversary. Although it was a tragic day in our nations history, it was also a day that Americans' best colors were flown as people risked and lost their lives to protect others.
The sacrifice by our first responders and ordinary citizens doing extraordinary acts demonstrated that our country has the strength and resolve to stand strong in the toughest of times. We must also never forget the men and women in uniform who are currently in harms way, protecting our freedoms and liberties.
Sep 09, 2010
You are invited to join Harry Wilson for a Young Professionals Fundraiser on September 20th in New York City. This is a great chance to join fellow young professionals who support common sense solutions to the financial problems New York faces.
When: Monday 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM, September 20, 2010
Where: Law Offices of Daniel W. Issacs, PLLC, 305 Broadway, Suite 202, New York, NY 1007
Contribution Levels: ___$200 Individual Ticket, ___$75 YR Member, $___Other
You can RSVP by clicking here or contacting Whitney Bowles at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or call (212) 221-7809.