News by Op-ed by Assemblyman Joe DeStefano

News by Op-ed by Assemblyman Joe DeStefano on South Shore Press


Jan 27, 2025

The Governor’s Bloated Budget

Anyone hoping that the governor will cut spending and give the taxpayers a break will be sorely disappointed by her $252 billion spending plan, a bloated budget that’s $19 billion more than last year.

Sep 13, 2023

Ignoring the Fentanyl Elephant in the Room

Ignoring the Fentanyl Elephant in the Room

Daily Feed

Electrical inspector sues Haydan Consultants for discrimination and retaliation

A New York man has filed a lawsuit alleging racial, religious, and color discrimination in the workplace, as well as retaliation that led to his termination.


Protester sues NYPD officers for excessive force during October 2023 demonstration

A lawsuit has been filed in the Eastern District of New York, alleging police brutality and misconduct during a peaceful protest. Gabriella Flanagan, the plaintiff, claims she was subjected to excessive force by officers from the New York City Police Department (NYPD) on October 21, 2023.


Local

Officer Up: SSP Speaks to Stony Brook Hospital’s Dr. Voss after Injured Hero Cop’s Release

Gallagher—for the second time in three years—left Stony Brook Hospital in better shape than when he was admitted. In December of 2022, he was stabbed in Medford while on the job. Upon recovery, he opted for Highway Patrol, as opposed to desk duty detail.