Dear Friend,
Last week, Governor Cuomo announced the first-in-the-nation Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs. For the Governor, this issue is about basic human dignity and a fundamental obligation we have as a state to protect the rights of these individuals.
Nearly 700 New Yorkers, including families of people with special needs, joined Governor Cuomo at last week's announcement. And by Friday, more than 100 advocacy groups from across the state had already signed on to support the Governor's proposed legislation.
Additionally, newspapers across the state have praised the Governor's plan. Here are some excerpts from editorials:
Newsday writes:
"Even at a time when many want to shrink government drastically, it's beyond argument that one of its core responsibilities is the protection of the most vulnerable." The paper calls the Governor's plan "a sweeping and smart new way to get this vital job done." Click here to read the full editorial.
The Syracuse Post-Standard writes:
"The [Governor's] legislation offers a practical, reasonable response to an unacceptable situation." Urging the Legislature to pass it, the paper says, "Our most vulnerable citizens deserve no less." Click here to read the full editorial.
The Rochester Democrat & Chronicle writes:
"This week the governor unveiled unprecedented legislation that provides solid protections to an estimated 1 million disabled New Yorkers. The state Legislature should get behind Cuomo and adopt his proposals before adjourning next month." Click here to read the full editorial.
The New York Times writes:
"[Governor Cuomo's legislative package] is a sensible, straightforward proposal that legislators and unions should support." Click here to read the full editorial.
Click here to learn more about the Governor's proposed Justice Center.
Help give more than one million New Yorkers with disabilities and special needs the protection and justice they deserve.
Thank you,
Andrew Cuomo Committee