Douglas M. Smith for New York's 5th Assembly District
Republican Assemb. Doug Smith. Credit: James Escher
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As an appointee to the state commission analyzing the future of the Long Island Power Authority, he can have an impact on making energy more affordable and reliable for residents. As the ranking GOP member on the education committee, he should delve into the need for sites school districts can use for universal pre-K. While lofty, his goal of cleaning Lake Ronkonkoma to make swimming possible there once again is admirable.
His Democratic opponent, James Anthony, 39, of Holbrook, is not campaigning.
Newsday endorses Smith.
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