Progressive Democrat Issue 105: NY STATE FOCUS: Blue Tiger Democrats

This comes from the new Blue Tiger Democrat movement, a movement that is aiming to reconnect the Democratic Party with the community.

New York's organizations have been neglected for far too long. It is one of the reasons that the Republicans still control the State Senate. The result is that political organizations have neither the funds nor the infrastructure to attract younger members, develop future leaders, and deliver constituent services.

From the decline of industry upstate to veterans who return from war without the help they deserve, it is time for Democrats and Progressives to provide visible support through concrete actions.

Once innovative and at the cutting edge of politics, New York government, is now according to the Brennan Center, a non-partisan think tank, no longer a leader. In fact, the report describes New York's government as "Broken".

Blue Tiger believes that we have an opportunity to revitalize our local political institutions throughout the state and to give volunteers something constructive to do when they join these organizations. For this to happen, progressive givers must turn some of their attention to the pressing needs of our state. Fixing the Party starts at home.

We appreciate the early endorsement of Blue Tiger from such figures as Lt. Governor David Paterson, Congressman Brian Higgins, Erie County Democratic Chair Len Lenihan, and New York State Senators Eric Schneiderman and Liz Krueger. They support Blue Tigers' efforts to improve the lives of New Yorkers through a commitment to civic engagement.

It is imperative that Democrats not just vote with the Party but work to strengthen it at its foundation.

New York State is filled with Democratic and Progressive activists but unfortunately, many are not currently involved with their local Party organizations. The only way to counteract this problem is to provide funds that will harness the imaginations and energy of these people by giving them positive things to do in their communities.

Help New York. Don't just vote like a Democrat, act like one!


Blue Tiger New York General Fund

While Progressive givers from New York contribute substantially to national Democratic and Progressive causes, they have not focused much attention or given much financial support to local, city, and county organizations throughout the state. By supporting the Blue Tiger General New York Fund, you will be providing incentive for young, passionate New Yorkers to get active by giving them productive things to do within their local organizations. Your generosity will support the growth of great Democratic and Progressive organizations across New York State. INVEST IN THE NY STATE BLUE TIGER DEMOCRATS FUND.

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