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Commissioner in a Car
Hosted by Dustin M Czarny · EN
A weekly discussion around elections in Onondaga County and New York State. Hosted by NYS Elections Commissioner Democratic Caucus Chair and Onondaga County Elections Commissioner (D) Dustin M. Czarny.
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Commissioner in a Car: A Tale of Five Vacancies
Jan 2500:34:17Tap to summarizeIn this week's episode I talk about the 5 vacancies that have happened in Onondaga County since the November Election. Vacancies in the City of Syracuse Common Council At-Large, Town boards on Marcellus and Pompey, Town Justice in Salina and the removal of a Commissioner of Education in Syracuse create a weird set of circumstances. I also end with thoughts on the horrible situation in Minnesota and why we face a moment of truth.
Transcribe →Commissioner in a Car: Martin Luther King JR Voting Rights Hero
Jan 1900:21:29Tap to summarizeIn this week's episode I try to honor Martin Luther King Jr. and reflect on his role as a voting rights champion. I collected a few of my favorite quotes of his and talk about his work in Selma and the Voting Rights Act of 1965. I think his story of peaceful non violent but confrontational protest is something we can look to today in this tumultuous time. Enjoy.
Transcribe →Commissioner in a Car: NYSECA Winter Conference Wrap Up
Jan 1100:27:40Tap to summarizeThis week I focus on the winter conference of the NYS Elections Commissioner Association. Held this last week it is one of our main training opportunities for Lead Election Officials in NY or as we call them, County Election Commissioners. And a special shout out to the Buffalo Bills and Josh Allen for their win this week. Enjoy.
Transcribe →Commissioner in a Car: 2026 Village Election Preview
Jan 400:29:57Tap to summarizeThis week I preview village elections. Why some villages have elections in March, June or November and why sometimes the Onondaga County Board of Elections doesn't run these elections. Check it out along with the answer to last week's trivia question! Enjoy.
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