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VOTE ON NOVEMBER 8!
Tino Gagliardi My report this month will be short because there’s really only one thing on our minds: the Nov. 8 election, which is just around the corner. In this issue, please see The Local 802...
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LOCAL 802’S ENDORSEMENTS
PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES Hillary Rodham Clinton The Local 802 Executive Board is proud to endorse former secretary of state, senator and first lady Hillary Rodham Clinton for president of the...
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On Nov. 8, pay attention to the down-ballot races
A note from the political director… It’s finally here. After what seems like the longest campaign season in American history – and after what will surely be remembered as among the least predictable...
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Where Do We Go From Here?
Christopher Carroll This election cycle was marked by intolerance, disenfranchisement, sexism, racism, anger and nationalism. Let’s respond with engagement, tolerance, equity and vigilance for the...
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There’s Work To Do
Christopher Carroll If the start of 2017 has been any indication, this will be a busy year for Americans, musicians, New Yorkers and our union President Trump is now in the White House. The new...
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A Lesson in Politics, Power and Influence in Albany
Christopher Carroll On Jan. 25, political circles, advocacy groups and elected officials were shaken by the news that Queens State Senator Jose Peralta had joined the Independent Democratic Conference,...
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‘Why We Marched’
E-mail letters to Allegro@Local802afm.org or write to Allegro, Local 802, 322 West 48th Street, New York, NY 10036. Letters must be no more than 300 words. Opinions expressed here do not necessarily...
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Background As millions of musicians across the country know, copyright law, regulation and enforcement (or lack thereof) is a vitally important topic, impacting musicians’ ability to protect their...
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Pandora’s Box Must Remain Closed
MUSIC & POLITICS Christopher Carroll In politics and campaigns, it’s never too late to begin preparing for the next election. Voters today hardly have time to complete marking their ballots before...
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Local 802 announces first primary endorsements
Throughout the summer, Local 802 will be announcing endorsements in various city races. These elections directly impact the everyday lives of musicians and all New Yorkers. Our local representatives...
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