No Property Taxes on Paid-Off Primary Homes — And Here’s How We Pay for It

New York has a serious problem:
We punish stability.

If you work your whole life, pay off your home, and finally reach a point of security — the state still taxes you like you’re renting from Albany forever.

That’s wrong.

The Policy
• No property taxes on paid-off primary residences
• Applies only to:
• Your primary home
• One property
• Fully paid off (no mortgage)
• No loopholes for investors, landlords, or second homes

This rewards responsibility, protects seniors, and lets families stay in their homes.

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“But how do we pay for it?”

We stop taxing stability — and start taxing tourism, entertainment, and voluntary spending.

The Solution: A Coney Island Entertainment & Casino District

Not scattered casinos.
Not backroom deals.
A planned, regulated, competitive district.
• 5 destination-style casinos (MGM, Hard Rock, Caesars, Bally’s, etc.)
• Built into Coney Island, not residential neighborhoods
• Fully integrated with:
• Hotels
• Restaurants
• Entertainment
• Transit
• Local small businesses

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The Numbers (Conservative & Realistic)
• Casino tax revenue: ~$2.5–4B/year
• Spillover economy (jobs, sales tax, hotels, income tax): ~$1.5–3B/year

Total public revenue: ~$4–7B annually
That matches what NY loses by ending property taxes on paid-off homes

This isn’t a gamble — it’s revenue substitution.

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Jobs. Stability. Brooklyn Wins.

These destinations don’t run themselves.

They create:
• Union construction jobs
• Hospitality jobs
• Security jobs
• Tech & operations jobs
• Transit & maintenance jobs
• Small business growth around them

This stabilizes Brooklyn and strengthens NYC — without pushing people out of their homes.

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The Philosophy

If you’ve already paid for your home,
the state should stop charging rent on your life.

Let New York:
• Protect homeowners
• Keep seniors in place
• Create jobs
• Grow tourism
• Shift taxes away from families and onto entertainment

That’s how you build a BETTR New York — fair, stable, and honest.

Reports note that while many Republican lawmakers have been facing political pressure over economic concerns such as inflation, interest rates, and cost-of-living issues, former President Donald Trump has continued to argue publicly that the U.S. economy is performing strongly.
In recent statements, Trump has maintained that key indicators—such as market performance, consumer spending, or job numbers—show that the economy is “better than ever,” even as polls and analysts suggest that many voters are feeling financial strain.

https://www.aol.com/news/trump-doubles-down-economy-despite-100000085.html

New York State Gubernatorial — Mock Poll (Illustrative)

Field dates (mock): Aug 10–13, 2025
Sample: 1,000 registered voters (RV), mixed phone/SMS-to-web
Weighting: Region, gender, age, party ID, race/ethnicity, education, 2022 vote recall
MOE: ±3.1% (RV)
Turnout model: 2022 general baseline with modest GOP improvement in suburbs

Topline — 3‑Way Ballot (RV)
• Kathy Hochul (D) — 46%
• Elise Stefanik (R) — 32%
• Jason S. Arnold (I/Other) — 9%
• Someone else — 3%
• Undecided — 10%

Read: Mirrors typical D advantage statewide, Stefanik trails by low‑ to mid‑teens; Arnold shows early viability as the only candidate running a fully transparent plan.

Head‑to‑Head Scenarios (RV)

Hochul vs. Stefanik
• Hochul 48%
• Stefanik 35%
• Undecided 17%

Hochul vs. Jason S. Arnold
• Hochul 44%
• Arnold 38%
• Undecided 18%

Read: Arnold consolidates more independents and soft Democrats than Stefanik can, cutting the margin to single digits.

Region (3‑Way Ballot)
• NYC (approx. 31% of sample): Hochul 67 | Stefanik 15 | Arnold 6 | Und 9
• Downstate Suburbs (LI/Westchester/Rockland, 28%): Hochul 44 | Stefanik 36 | Arnold 11 | Und 7
• Upstate (41%): Stefanik 44 | Hochul 33 | Arnold 11 | Und 9

Read: Arnold’s 10–11% in suburbs & upstate is a credible early lane; growth path is independents + moderate Republicans + anti‑status‑quo Dems.

Party & Independents (3‑Way Ballot)
• Democrats: Hochul 77 | Arnold 8 | Stefanik 7 | Und 6
• Republicans: Stefanik 70 | Arnold 13 | Hochul 10 | Und 6
• Independents: Arnold 28 | Hochul 34 | Stefanik 24 | Und 12

Read: Arnold leads or competes for plurality among independents, the key to statewide viability.

Favorability (Fav/Unfav/Don’t know)
• Hochul: 45 / 49 / 6
• Stefanik: 33 / 52 / 15
• Jason S. Arnold: 24 / 16 / 60

Read: Arnold’s low negatives + high unknowns = big upside with name‑ID growth.

Top Issues (open-coded → grouped)
• Cost of living/inflation: 34%
• Crime/public safety: 18%
• Housing/affordability: 15%
• Taxes: 12%
• Migration/services capacity: 9%
• Transit/infrastructure: 6%
• Other: 6%

Issue Ownership (net trust)
• Cost of living: Arnold +3 vs Hochul, Arnold +9 vs Stefanik
• Crime: Arnold +5 vs Hochul, Stefanik +2 vs Hochul
• Housing: Arnold +4 vs Hochul, Arnold +7 vs Stefanik

Read: The “full‑plan transparency” message gives Arnold an issues credibility edge—especially on daily-life economics & housing.

Message Tests (net more likely – less likely)
• “Full transparency: every policy & Day‑One orders published now.” +23
• “Coney Island 2.0: tourism/jobs engine (Vegas+AC without the rot).” +14 (Downstate suburbs +19)
• “Whistleblower/transparency on waste, fraud, and no‑show work.” +18
• “Education SEZ/LEZ: local control, measurable outcomes.” +12
• “Mental Health First Act & first‑responder supports.” +11

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Crosstab Highlights (selected)
• Women (RV): Hochul +17 vs Stefanik; Hochul +6 vs Arnold
• Men (RV): Hochul +4 vs Stefanik; Arnold +2 vs Hochul (independents drive this)
• Hispanic voters: Hochul +25 vs Stefanik; Hochul +11 vs Arnold (Arnold competitive on cost-of-living frame)
• Black voters: Hochul dominant; Arnold overperforms Stefanik on favorables by ~6 pts (low name ID = room to grow)
• White non‑college: Stefanik leads Hochul by 6; Arnold within 4 of Stefanik with “work, wages, housing” message
• Voters rating economy “poor”: Arnold 31 | Hochul 30 | Stefanik 28 (3‑way) — transparency + concrete fixes resonate

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Questionnaire (12 items, neutral wording)
1. Reg voter screen (self‑reported)
2. Party ID & 2022 vote recall
3. Fav/Unfav: Hochul, Stefanik, Jason S. Arnold
4. Most important issue (open)
5. Head‑to‑head: Hochul vs Stefanik
6. Head‑to‑head: Hochul vs Jason S. Arnold
7. 3‑way ballot: Hochul / Stefanik / Jason S. Arnold / someone else / undecided
8. Confidence in each candidate to improve cost of living (0–10 scale)
9. Confidence to improve public safety (0–10)
10. Message test A (full transparency/Day‑One orders) — more/less likely/ no diff
11. Message test B (Coney Island 2.0 jobs/tourism plan) — more/less likely/ no diff
12. Demographics: age, gender, education, region, race/ethnicity, HH income

Trump’s Tariffs Will Stay In Effect — For Now, Appeals Court Rules
An appeals court has ruled in favor of keeping former President Donald Trump's tariffs in place, at least temporarily.
This decision preserves one of the signature economic tools of the Trump era—designed to protect American manufacturing and punish unfair trade practices.

What this means:
• Tariffs on Chinese goods remain active
• U.S. companies get breathing room from underpriced imports
• Legal fight isn’t over — but for now, tariffs are here to stay

Expect prices to hold, markets to respond, and global trade tensions to remain high.

This ruling sends a message: economic nationalism is still in play, and the courts are not ready to dismantle it.

Full details: https://www.forbes.com/sites/alisondurkee/2025/05/29/trumps-tariffs-will-stay-in-effect-for-now-appeals-court-rules/?utm_campaign=socialflowForbesMainFB&utm_medium=social&utm_source=ForbesMainFacebook&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR5uDhYDJqxNBmfB8GOqfuJcEM-_TYddOTDpHvvGXfM5MZrhZM39NU7wTxVnEQ_aem_oV4zI26TJsdDeZpHRYnu_w

#TrumpTariffs #TradeWar #AmericaFirst #JSA2026 #BETTR #TariffPolicy #ManufacturingMatters #CommonwealthEconomy

Federal Court Limits Trump's Tariff Powers

A federal court just ruled that President Trump cannot unilaterally impose tariffs without going through Congress. This decision could reshape how future presidents use trade policy as a political weapon or economic shield.

While some celebrate it as a win for constitutional checks and balances, others argue it weakens America’s ability to act fast in defense of its industries.

Does this ruling protect the economy—or paralyze it?

#Tariffs #Trump #TradePolicy #CourtRuling #AmericaFirst #SeparationOfPowers #ConstitutionalLaw #2026Election #MadeInAmerica #jsa2026

https://jsa2026.com (Join the movement)


https://abcnews.go.com/amp/Politics/federal-court-trump-power-impose-tariffs-unilaterally/story?id=122290881

Trump Delays Threatened 50% Tariffs on EU Goods Until July 9

Donald Trump has postponed the enforcement of a massive 50% tariff hike on European Union imports, now rescheduled for July 9. The delay gives negotiators a brief window to avert what could become a full-blown trade war. The move is part of Trump's aggressive push to reshape global trade—but critics warn it could raise prices at home.

#Trump #Tariffs #EUTrade #TradeWar #Economy #AmericaFirst #BETTRNews #JSA2026 #GlobalMarkets
https://www.ft.com/content/fca65c3f-329c-4f7f-acf8-7dd18b3b69e1

Trump to Walmart: ‘Eat The Tariffs’ — Retail Giant Warns of Rising Prices
As Trump doubles down on tariffs, Walmart fires back with price hike warnings on essentials like clothing, electronics, and groceries.

#TrumpTariffs #Walmart #TradeWar #Inflation #RetailPrices #Economy #BETTRNewswire

dline: https://www.forbes.com/sites/antoniopequenoiv/2025/05/17/trump-tells-walmart-eat-the-tariffs-after-retailer-warns-of-higher-prices-heres-what-could-go-up-in-price/?utm_campaign=socialflowForbesMainFB&utm_medium=social&utm_source=ForbesMainFacebook&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR5rjhwCVaNYil3NiWBncEz5TcU3k8xIhwBm9QmtUMnNq74Yg-7rEr_-6PLgvQ_aem_Y7LF1v6A-8TI2xtmAXaLag

CANADIAN CAR TRAVEL TO U.S. PLUNGES 35% — 4 MONTHS OF DECLINE AND COUNTING

According to new data, Canadian car travel to the United States dropped 35% in April, marking the fourth straight month of year-over-year decline.

Why does it matter?

Border economies are hurting
Tourism-dependent towns are bleeding
Local businesses from Buffalo to Plattsburgh are seeing fewer customers

And while Canada deals with inflation and fuel price spikes, New York isn’t giving travelers a reason to return.

Under JSA2026, we’ll:
Cut travel barriers
Reinforce commerce zones near the border
Promote NY destinations for international visitors
Secure—but smart—border policies that welcome trade, not just TSA tape

Let’s make NY a destination again.
https://jsa2026.com/category/campaign-post/

#FixNY #JSA2026 #BorderEconomy #CanadianTourism #USCanadaRelations #BETTRNews #EconomicRevival


https://www.forbes.com/sites/suzannerowankelleher/2025/05/12/canadian-travel-boycott-strengthened-car-travel-plummeted-april-fourth-consecutive-month/?utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=socialflowForbesMainFB&utm_source=ForbesMainFacebook&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR68rLg-rf_5VbAdFtIFsRm8oZoo9d1NvvzF_F8DRvGJ34l1zQM9gMiSRkkVXQ_aem_2Hb8W52GXeNmHjRMdA-rMQ

DAY-F*CKING-ONE EXECUTIVE ORDER LIST
Jason S. Arnold | JSA2026

This ain’t a debate. It’s a warning.
Day one—I’m walking in with the pen loaded.
Here’s what gets done before the coffee even cools:

IMMEDIATE SHUTDOWNS & TERMINATIONS
Safe Injection Sites – Banned.

Needle Exchange Programs – Shut down.

All "Harm Reduction" that enables crime – Defunded.

Nonprofit pipelines enabling criminal activity – Contracts terminated.

Housing First Programs for active addicts – Frozen pending full audit.

Restorative Justice pilot programs – Abolished.

State-funded drug paraphernalia distribution – Prohibited.

"Community Violence Interrupters" with no results – Disbanded.

Parole loopholes for violent repeat offenders – Closed.

No more Safe Junkie Zones. None.

STATE AGENCY REFORM & CLEANUP
Full freeze on new DEI hires – until we audit the corruption.

Dismantle NY Department of Education bureaucracy – SEZ/LEZ transition begins.

End sanctuary policies in all state-funded institutions.

Ban foreign citizens from state-funded benefits, pending legal review.

Immediate audit of CPS and family court systems – including judge oversight.

Suspend all state advertising subsidies to media outlets – cut the propaganda.

CRIME, COURTS, AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
🪪 Issue statewide order ending plea deals for crimes against women or children.

Empower county sheriffs to enforce border violations under civil trespass law.

Launch NYS prosecutor misconduct review panel – investigate past railroading.

Declare fentanyl a weapon of mass destruction under NY crisis law.

ECONOMY, TAXES, & REVENUE
Issue moratorium on all property seizures over tax debt – especially for elders.

Ban new property taxes on paid-off homes.

Force audit of all state contractors receiving over $1 million/year.

Suspend new toll increases pending review of MTA & DOT corruption.

EDUCATION & YOUTH PROTECTION
Ban gender ideology and CRT in all K–12 public schools – immediate action.

Suspend all public school DEI compliance offices.

Begin statewide rollout of School Empowerment Zones (SEZs).

Issue Executive Order establishing Parent First Rights Doctrine.

Block new funding to SUNY/CUNY campuses that refuse free speech protection.

SOCIAL INFRASTRUCTURE & BORDERS
Suspend all migrant housing subsidies pending investigation.

Declare NY a border-state-in-crisis for federal leverage.

Prohibit state-funded shelters from housing non-citizens ahead of citizens.

CIVIL RIGHTS & PUBLIC ACCOUNTABILITY
Ban social media censorship contracts with NY agencies.

Declassify state communication with private platforms (GETTR, X, etc.).

Launch public NY Transparency Portal showing budget, spending, and all deals.

Launch state-level anti-defamation and libel shield for wrongly accused citizens.

AND LASTLY…
"If your paycheck depends on keeping New York broken—
You’re out. Fired. Day One."

Campaign HQ: https://jsa2026.com
(516) 586-0660
Jason S. Arnold for Governor
“I’m not a good candidate. I’m the right one.”

#JSA2026 #DayOneOrders #FixNewYork #TheRightOne #NoSafeJunkies #NoSoftCrime #CommonwealthPower

Trump Floats Tax Hike on the Rich to Fund Spending Cuts, New Economic Plan

In a surprising shift, Donald Trump is considering raising taxes on the wealthy to fund his sweeping tax overhaul and budget cuts. The plan reportedly includes major reductions in government spending while offsetting costs with increased revenue from high-income earners. Critics question the policy reversal, while allies say it’s a pragmatic pivot to win broader support ahead of the 2024 election.

#Trump #TaxPlan #WealthTax #Economy #BudgetCuts #Election2024 #BETTRNews

Full article:
https://amp.cnn.com/cnn/2025/05/09/politics/trump-tax-wealthy-house-republicans

Oil Prices See Biggest Monthly Drop Since 2021

Global oil markets just took a major hit—posting their sharpest decline in nearly 3 years—as fears of a recession and a growing trade war rattle investors.

Demand down
Trade tensions rising
Recession whispers getting louder

While cheaper gas may seem like a win for consumers, the bigger picture is dangerous:
Fragile global supply chains
U.S. energy independence under threat
New York’s economy exposed to every ripple

This is why JSA2026 pushes for:
In-state energy resilience
Localized trade zones
Diversified revenue sources—not D.C. dependence

Economic freedom starts with local strength.
#OilPrices #TradeWar #RecessionFears #EnergyPolicy #JSA2026 #NYNeedsBETTR #CommonwealthSecurity #FinancialSovereignty


https://finance.yahoo.com/news/oil-prices-post-biggest-monthly-drop-since-2021-as-trade-war-sparks-recession-demand-fears-165225561.html?ncid=facebook_yfsocialfa_wje3x23a50w&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR5sQ7YlYXKaj6qJjr7jx3-MKfi98YzGJ_A2FsFBds5jvHQSu6hGQFjelC_33g_aem_pFvaCF1oFwqeQkM0qL4FfA

Warren Buffett to Step Down as Berkshire Hathaway CEO

After decades of shaping modern investing, Warren Buffett has announced he’s stepping down as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway.

Buffett, 93, will retain the chairman title
Vice Chair Greg Abel confirmed as his successor
Marks the end of a historic era in American finance
Buffett grew Berkshire into a $780B empire with holdings in Apple, Coca-Cola, and Geico

This isn’t just a leadership change—it’s a generational shift in how corporate America steers the economy.

Buffett once said, “Be fearful when others are greedy…” Now, investors are asking:
What happens next?

#WarrenBuffett #BerkshireHathaway #GregAbel #FinanceNews #Investing #WallStreet #MarketShift #JSA2026 #BETTR
https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/2025/05/03/warren-buffett-to-step-down-as-berkshire-ceo/83430924007/