On the Radio: Ron Melendi Saving New York Small Business

May 6, 2012
WXRK

Ron Melendi of the New York Tobacconist Association talks to WXRK’s Bob Salter about saving New York small business.

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Commissioner Farley Takes “Care” Of Happy Hour And Small Business

April 30, 2012
New York Health Commissioner Thomas Farley

New York Department of Health Commissioner Farley is gearing up for a fight against happy hour. While the claim has been denied by the Department of Health, sources have confirmed that the topic has been discussed. This brings to light the numerous ways Commissioner Farley’s “Take Care New York 2012” foreshadows job loss, the decimation of small business, and the overall attempt to micromanage aspects of everyday life.

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Wal-Mart Continues New York City Efforts – What About Bribery Allegations?

April 30, 2012
Stop Walmart New York City

Since bribery allegations emerged, Wal-Mart has remained firm in its interest to build in New York City, and it seems confident that it will be successful in its endeavors. Various individuals have also sided with Wal-Mart in its recent troubles with the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA). The New York Neighborhood Alliance, a group representing the best interest of New York’s small businesses, contends that any and all efforts to diminish Wal-Mart’s blatant disregard for the law are unjustified.

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On the Radio – Mike Levine of Nephcure Saving Lives

April 30, 2012
nephcure

Mike Levine of the Nephcure Foundation talks to WFAN about his battle to save lives from nephrotic syndrome and FSGS.

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Newsday Declares Gotham Among Top Lobbying Firms on Long Island

April 20, 2012
Newsday

On behalf of the entire Gotham Government Relations & Communications Family, we want to thank New York Newsday for recognizing us as the 4th largest lobbying firm on Long Island. We are proud of our listing since Gotham has only been in existence for 3 years. We are also very pleased that our Communications firm [...]

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Radio: Jennifer Carpenter Low Nassau Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center

April 15, 2012
Jennifer Carpenter Low

Jennifer Carpenter Low of The Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County talks to WFAN’s Bob Salter.

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Hofstra University’s Athletic Programs Continue Downward Spiral

April 12, 2012
Hofstra Pride

In recent days, Hofstra reported the resignation of embattled Athletic Director, Jack Hayes. Interestingly, however not surprisingly, Hayes left Hofstra University for a much smaller athletic program at Brown University in an effort to revitalize his career

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Radio: John Catsimatidis on the American Dream

April 9, 2012
John Catsimatidis

John Catsimatidis on WFAN with Bob Salter, discussed why he feels Main Street America remains important to the economy of this country, the importance of United States’ competition in the world economy, and his story living the American dream.

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New York Tobacco Tax: Drastically Unfair with Misleading Results

March 27, 2012
New York Versus Small Business

From the beginning of the Legislature’s crusade, experts, special interest groups, and media outlets have warned of the negative repercussions which emerge out of raising OTP and cigarette taxes to such high levels. Now, more than ever, it is time to hear the ignored voices of the small businesses which are being, or have been, crushed by a disregarding governmental hand.

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On the Radio: Brad Gerstman on Long Island School Choice

March 25, 2012
WFAN

Brad Gerstman on WFAN discusses charter schools and the importance of school choice for Long Island’s special needs kids.

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Senate Passes Auto Insurance Fraud Measures

March 22, 2012
New York Senate

The New York Senate gets tough on auto insurance fraud, passing 3 important bills.

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