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What you need to know ahead of Primary Day – WSYR 9

Onondaga County Democratic Commissioner Dustin Czarny said it’s tough to predict what voter turnout will be for the big day but says he’s hopeful based on the record-high turnout during early voting. 2,761 voters showed up during the 10-day period this year, more than double the turnout in 2020 during a presidential election year. “YouContinue reading “What you need to know ahead of Primary Day – WSYR 9”

Here’s what you need to know before you cast a ballot in Onondaga County – WAER

If voters have questions ahead of going to vote, they can look for answers on the County Board of Elections website. Czarny said it has all the information necessary for casting a ballot. “We have the most up-to-date information. You can look up your own voter registration, see what party you’re in, and also whatContinue reading “Here’s what you need to know before you cast a ballot in Onondaga County – WAER”

Commissioner in a Car: June Primary Eve

In this election eve podcast I talk about the numbers of Early Votes and Absentees returned, how polls will be open from 6am to 9pm tomorrow, and how you can go to onvote.net to get all election information. I also react to the SCOTUS decisions and talk about why voting isn’t enough but it isContinue reading “Commissioner in a Car: June Primary Eve”

Zoom with Czarny: Jarret Berg of Vote Early NY

We once again check in with Jarret Berg of Vote Early NY. We are in the middle of the 6th EV period in NY history. We talk about the expansion of EV as well as other legislative action taken this session and other electoral reforms that need to happen. Subscribe to dustinczarny.com for content andContinue reading “Zoom with Czarny: Jarret Berg of Vote Early NY”

Wonky Wednesday: NY Assembly District 129

Welcome back to #wonkywednesday. Each week I take a deep dive into the electoral and registration data that makes up our home in Onondaga County. This week I decided to start investigating the four Assembly districts in Onondaga County. I am starting with Assembly district #129 currently represented by Bill Magnarelli. The 129th Assembly districtContinue reading “Wonky Wednesday: NY Assembly District 129”

Early voting for primary off to a strong start in Onondaga County – WAER

“It’s just unfortunate that democrats seem to be using this option way more than republicans for this primary…a 5 to 1 ratio. Unfortunately, the rhetoric of the national and state [republican] party has been to save your vote for election day. You see that in absentee numbers and in early voting numbers.” https://www.waer.org/news/2022-06-20/early-voting-for-primary-off-to-a-strong-start-in-onondaga-county

Newsmakers: Primary Races for Governor – WSYR9

SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — Early voting opens this weekend in the primary races for governor. Tal Axelrod, a reporter for the Hill, joins Newsmakers to discuss the state of the races, both the Democratic and Republican. Onondaga County Elections Commissioners Dustin Czarny and Michele Sardo talk about early voting.Onondaga County early voting locations and hoursContinue reading “Newsmakers: Primary Races for Governor – WSYR9”

Zoom with Czarny: Alejandra Pollack of the NY Democratic Lawyer’s Council

This week I sit down with Alejandra Pollack the new Executive Director of the New York Democratic Lawyer’s Council. This group is the voter protection wing of the New York State Democratic Committee and plays a vital role in our Democracy. They are launching a helpline for voters this week: 1-888-3NY-VOTE (English) and 1-888-3NY-VOTA (Spanish).Continue reading “Zoom with Czarny: Alejandra Pollack of the NY Democratic Lawyer’s Council”

Two chances for your voice to be heard in New York primaries this summer – CNYCentral.com

“It’s incredibly convenient and I think if you’re ready to vote and you know who you want to vote for and you’re near one of these sites or driving by one of these sites, remember it doesn’t have to be where you live. You can go to any one of these sites.” – Dustin Czarny,Continue reading “Two chances for your voice to be heard in New York primaries this summer – CNYCentral.com”