‘Drain the swamp’ in Albany, as well
Night falls over the state Capitol. Credit: AP / Mike Groll
The conviction of former Cuomo confidant and top aide Joseph Percoco is just another example in a long line of corrupt individuals, in what seems to be the new norm in politics [“Confusing corruption and friendship,” Editorial, March 19].
Hardly a week goes by without some politician or politically connected person splashed across the front page. The problem here is Percoco’s longtime direct connection to Albany’s executive branch.
How can we possibly expect to see any meaningful ethics reform in a this swirling cesspool? This unsavory activity at the highest levels of state government only serves to further erode people’s trust and confidence in their leadership.
People deserve better. Invariably, candidates will be elected by promising to “drain the swamp.”
Deborah Rehm, Shirley
