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Women’s Bar Association of the State of New York Statement Congratulating Governor Kathy Hochul on Her Historic Victory
The Women’s Bar Association of the State of New York (“WBASNY”) congratulates Governor Kathy Hochul on her election to a full four-year term and for making history in being the first woman elected to become New York’s Governor.
In her first year in office, Governor Hochul has been a leader on issues important to WBASNY’s membership including aiding access to abortion and reproductive healthcare. WBASNY looks forward to working with Governor Hochul and the State legislature in this upcoming session to secure second passage of the Equal Rights Amendment and increasing the assigned counsel rate.
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Do Our COVID-19 Vaccines Work Against the Omicron Variant or Not. What is Going on Governor Kathy Hochul?
By Robert Press
There has been much hype as to whether to get vaccinated or not to get vaccinated. Conflicting words have been put about be it by Health officials, elected officials, mandates, word of mouth, or Anti Vaxers. Health officials have said the only way to prevent, or have a safe period of having the COVID-19 virus (or it’s variants) is to get vaccinated with one of the three vaccines that were available. Elected officials have mandated vaccinations in order to continue working or continuing a regular lifestyle.
The public was recently told the vaccinations require a booster shot, and while only suggested as of now, it is only a matter of time as to when Booster shots will also be mandated. New York City has gone as far as giving incentives to get vaccinated, or boosted by the end of this year. Mayor Bill de Blasio has said he expects the Omicron variant to be with us for only a few weeks before it passes, which must mean once a person has the virus they must become immune to it. That is similar to what I was told by Doctor Dave Chokshi Commissioner of the NYCDOH, and Doctor Mitchell Katz head of the NYCHHS, with Doctor Katz going as far as saying I did not need to get vaccinated after I explained that I had the COVID-19 virus in March of 2020 for only five days. I did get vaccinated in September of 2021, and had a bad reaction to the second shot, but that is another story.
Now that the Omicron variant has hit New York, on December 18th the governor’s office reported 192 cases statewide, and 41 in New York City. There has been no more reporting of Omicron cases, just that all positive test results are all that of the Omicron variant. This is similar to what Governor Andrew Cuomo did in 2020 by counting any and all deaths as a result of the COVID-19 virus. Governor Hochul has declared a Disaster Emergency in the state of New York with Executive Order 11.1 However in that Executive order Governor Hochul states the following
WHEREAS, this Omicron variant has been shown to be highly transmissible and may cause exponential spread;
WHEREAS, current vaccinations do not appear to be as effective against Omicron infection, while remaining stronger against severe disease;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Kathy Hochul, Governor of the State of New York, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution of the State of New York and Section 28 of Article 2-B of the Executive Law, do hereby continue the terms, conditions, and suspensions contained in Executive Order 11 until January 25, 2022.
Does this mean that the Omicron variant will be gone on January 26, 2022 Governor Hochul, or will there be another extension? What is going on Governor Kathy Hochul?
BYLINE: By Demi Taveras
Photo Credit: Courtesy of MovieStillsDB
Photo Caption: Cillian Murphy stars in the 2005 comedy-drama film “Breakfast on Pluto.”
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“Dune: Part Two” (PG-13) — The sequel to the 2021 sci-fi film “Dune” is officially out now to rent after garnering more than $685 million worldwide in its box-office release. Starring our modern-day movie stars Timothee Chalamet (“Wonka”) and Zendaya (“Euphoria”), “Part Two” picks up right after the events of the first film that left Paul Atreides (Chalamet) and his mother, Lady Jessica (Rebecca Ferguson), in the hands of the Fremen troops on the planet Arrakis. Paul and Lady Jessica begin learning the ways of the Fremen, while Baron Vladimir Harkonnen remains relentless in his plans to take over the desert planet. The Baron recruits his bloodthirsty nephew, Feyd-Rautha (Austin Butler), to assist him in conquering Arrakis. With much more action, an excellent ensemble cast, and visuals that will give you goosebumps, this incredible film will make you want to stay in the worlds of “Dune” forever. (Apple TV+)
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“Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV” (TV-14) — This five-part docu-series isn’t an easy watch, whether you grew up watching Nickelodeon’s shows or not, but it’s monumental for shedding light on the brutal behind-the-scenes world child actors deal with. Featuring interviews from child actors who worked for shows like “All That,” “Zoey 101,” “The Amanda Show” and more, the first four episodes detail the horrific work environment they had to endure at the mercy of producers like Brian Peck and Dan Schneider. Drake Bell (“Drake & Josh”) explains the crimes that were committed to him by Peck, a sex offender who continued to work in Hollywood following his conviction. The series also highlights the subtly inappropriate jokes that Schneider would slide in for unknowing young actors like Ariana Grande and Jamie Lynn Spears. The fifth and final episode includes extra, in-depth interviews led by journalist Soledad O’Brien. (Max)
“Breakfast on Pluto” (R) — Before Cillian Murphy ever donned a brimmed hat to play J. Robert Oppenheimer and win an Oscar, he once played Patricia “Kitten” Braden in this peculiar comedy-drama film from 2005. Born Patrick, Patricia lives in the fictional Irish town of Tyrellin during the 1970s and causes havoc because of her choice to come out as transgender. After years of getting in trouble at school and never feeling like she belonged, Patricia decides to run away from Tyrellin and see where the world takes her. As she tries to find her footing in the dodgiest of places, she meets an unusual array of individuals, like Billy Hatchet and the Mohawks, magician Bertie Vaughan, and the singing/dancing Wombles, who all eventually push her closer to realizing and accepting her truth. This film will leave you astounded with Murphy’s range as an actor. Out now. (Amazon Prime Video)
By Robert Press
Tuesday night was the Allerton International Merchants Meeting, which was held in an outdoor area on Radcliff Avenue. The guest speaker was Bronx Department of Transportation Commissioner Nivardo Lopez. Commissioner Lopez was there to speak on two topics. The first was the Escooter Pilot Program, and the second was about new regulations for the Outdoor Dining on the sidewalk and in the street.
Commissioner Lopez went over the rules for the Ecooter program, and fielded questions from the audience, much the same as from other community meetings he attended. He handed out a card with all three Escooter contacts. Bird 866-205-2442, hello@bird.co. Lime 888-546-3345, support@li.me. VEO 855-836-2256, hello@veoride.com. He suggested if there were any problems to get in touch with the companies. One of the officers in attendance from the 49th Precinct suggested a large tag with the individual Escooter number on it in a visible area so the Escooter could be identified if the rider was riding improperly.
On the subject of Outdoor Dining Commissioner Lopez said that new rules were being gone through by a task force for next year. Some of the rules would be that any outside dining could only be in front of the establishment, and no further as some have done legally with the owners permission. He added that there would be no permanent street structures, because it would only be allowed from May to October. That brought a cheer from some in the audience.
The NCO officer spoke on some of the quality of life issues that were brought up, saying that the 49th Precinct was doing the best job they could at going after the illegal dirt bikes and loud music being heard at all hours of the night.
