Who we're endorsing: On your 2021 ballot
This Election Day, bring a little optimism to the ballot box.
There's too much cynicism and pessimism felt by too many people, rightly so, about politics now. The issues that Long Island must confront are many. But that’s all the more reason to seize the moment and weigh in, including by taking advantage of the progress that's been made on access to voting.
Voting has been easier than ever, with the waning pandemic, the growing adoption of absentee ballots, and the spread of early voting first made available to New Yorkers in 2019. Tens of thousands of Long Islanders have already cast their votes, according to county election boards.
Seize the day and cast your vote with our recommendations below. Enter your address here to see our picks personalized to your specific ballot.
Ballot Propositions
There are five important ballot proposals, including one enshrining a constitutional right to "clean air and water and a healthful environment." Learn more about them here and our takes.
Nassau County Races
The seal of Nassau County. Credit: Howard Schnapp
District Attorney: Newsday endorses Anne Donnelly and here's why.
County Executive: Newsday endorses Laura Curran. Here's why Nassau is better off with Curran at the helm -- and why Bruce Blakeman is not prepared to take on the challenge of leading the county.
County Clerk: Newsday endorses Maureen O’Connell.
County Comptroller: Newsday endorses Ryan Cronin.
County Legislature: To find your district, click here.
Suffolk County Races
A photo of the seal of the Suffolk County Legislature is seen in the lobby of the legislature building in Hauppauge. Credit: NEWSDAY/Thomas A. Ferrara
District Attorney: Newsday endorses Timothy Sini.
County Sheriff: Newsday endorses Errol Toulon Jr.
County Legislature: To find your district, click here.
Town Supervisor Races
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Endorsements are determined solely by the Newsday editorial board, a team of opinion journalists focused on issues of public policy and governance. Newsday’s news division has no role in this process.
