A Heartbreaking Day for Manhattan — Let’s Lead With Respect and Patience Yesterday, tragedy struck Manhattan. Families are grieving, communities are shaken, and an entire city is asking why. My heart is with every person affected. In moments like this, leadership means more than statements — it means discipline. We must let law enforcement do their work without interference, rumors, or speculation. The families deserve answers rooted in truth, not noise. This campaign has always stood for protecting New Yorkers — not just with policy, but with respect in moments of pain. We’ll continue to push for safer communities, stronger emergency response, and accountability at every level of government. For now, let’s show what it means to stand together: give the investigators the space they need, and give the families the support they deserve. #JSA2026 #NYGovernor #Manhattan #PublicSafety #NewYorkStrong https://jsa2026.com/a-heartbreaking-day-for-manhattan-leading-with-respect-and-patience/ ⸻ Jason S. Arnold Candidate for Governor of New York, 2026 “I’m not a good candidate, I’m the right one.” 📍 JSA2026.com | ☎ (516) 586‑0660 204 Airport Plaza #1081, Farmingdale, NY 11735

Why Elise Stefanik Can’t Win New York in 2026 — And Why JSA2026 Is the Alternative Conservatives Deserve By Jason S. Arnold, Candidate for Governor of New York (JSA2026) 📞 (516) 586-0660 | 🌐 jsa2026.com | 💬 BETTR.community ⸻ Elise Stefanik is a rising star in national Republican politics — but when it comes to winning the 2026 governor’s race in New York, she’s not the candidate who can get it done. I say this with respect for everything she’s accomplished in Congress. But New York is not Washington, and voters here need a candidate who understands this state from the ground up — not from the top down. That’s why I’m running. My name is Jason S. Arnold, founder of BETTR, host of TurnNYRed.us, and candidate for Governor of New York in 2026 under the JSA2026 campaign. ⸻ 📉 The Math Doesn’t Add Up for Elise Stefanik Stefanik’s supporters say she can flip New York red. The numbers disagree: • New York hasn’t elected a Republican governor since George Pataki in 2002. • Elise Stefanik’s district (NY-21) represents under 2% of the state’s population. • Her statewide favorability among independents is below 30% according to recent Siena and Quinnipiac polling. • Downstate counties (NYC, Long Island, Westchester) account for 70%+ of the total vote — areas where she has no organizational base. Even in the red wave year of 2022, Republicans lost by nearly 350,000 votes statewide, despite strong turnout. We cannot run the same kind of candidate and expect different results. ⸻ 🎭 The Disconnect: Harvard Polishing vs. New York Grit Elise Stefanik went to Harvard, launched her career in the Bush White House, and has been in politics since her 20s. Again, no shame in that. But let’s be honest: You don’t go to Harvard today to become wise — you go to become managed. Stefanik talks about fighting for working-class New Yorkers, but she’s never lived in their neighborhoods. She’s never waited on line at the rent office. She’s never had to navigate broken public housing, underfunded schools, or family court hell. ⸻ 🏙️ Where I’ve Lived — The Real New York Since arriving in New York in 2002, I’ve lived in: • Manhattan: Chelsea, Times Square, Lower East Side, Spanish Harlem, Washington Heights • The Bronx: Hoe Avenue • Brooklyn: Bushwick, Sunset Park, Brooklyn Heights • Queens: Bellerose • Long Island: Franklin Square and Bethpage • Upstate: Rochester (Ninth Ward, Ridgeway, Garfield & Chilay) That’s over 20 years across every region of New York — living, working, surviving, and building. Not just polling and posting. “When you walk into a room and someone’s wearing too much perfume, you smell it — even if nobody else does. That’s me in New York. I see the things others have gone nose-blind to.” ⸻ ❌ Stefanik’s Record: Talking Points vs. Results Stefanik often campaigns as a fiscal conservative and civil libertarian, but her record doesn’t always match: • ✅ Voted for expanded FISA surveillance powers • ✅ Supported $100B+ in Ukraine aid while New York cities struggle • ✅ Backed massive COVID spending with no accountability • ❌ Never introduced a bill to fix NY schools • ❌ No action on NY property tax relief • ❌ No real plan to protect New Yorkers from federal mandates (CBDCs, digital IDs, lockdowns) ⸻ ✅ What I Stand For – The JSA2026 Platform I’m not backed by PACs. I’m backed by the people. My campaign policies include: • SEZ & LEZ education reform zones – putting parents back in charge • End property taxes on fully paid-off homes • New York Liberty & Survival Act – banning CBDCs, protecting food and water access, restoring local economic freedom • Universal emergency care access – no one denied help, no Medicaid trap • Family court reform – end corruption, restore balance • State anti-censorship shield law – protect speech in New York even if D.C. won’t These aren’t slogans — they’re legislative blueprints. ⸻ 🗳️ 2026 Is Too Important for a Safe Bet Elise Stefanik will be painted as a D.C. career politician no matter how much red she wears on stage. We’ve seen this movie before — and it ends in a blowout loss. JSA2026 offers something else: • Raw truth • Real-world experience • A fighter’s heart • A builder’s vision We can’t run someone who’s polling well inside party circles but collapsing statewide. We need a candidate who grew through the struggle — not someone who read about it in talking points. ⸻ 💬 Final Word I love New York. I’ve lived it. I’ve nearly died in it. And I’ve come back to fight for it. “I’m not a good candidate — I’m the right one.” – Jason S. Arnold, JSA2026 ⸻ 📞 Contact the campaign: (516) 586-0660 🌐 Website: https://jsa2026.com 💬 Community: https://bettr.community 📢 Follow hashtag: #JSA2026 #TurnNYRed #BETTR #NYGovernor2026 ⸻ 🔑 Keywords (for indexing) • Elise Stefanik 2026 • Can Stefanik win New York? • Jason S. Arnold • JSA2026 campaign • New York Governor race • Conservative alternative New York • Long Island conservative candidate • Upstate vs downstate Republican • New York election 2026 • BETTR platform Jason Arnold • TurnNYRed podcast • Stefanik policy record • Who can flip New York red? • Anti-censorship candidate NY • Family court reform NY • School empowerment zones NY • Property tax reform NY https://jsa2026.com/jsa2026-full-vision-post-what-well-do-for-life-in-new-york/

🚨 Times Square Shooting Sparks Safety Concerns in NYC A man in his 20s was shot in the arm near Times Square early Wednesday morning in a disturbing incident just before 5 a.m. on Seventh Avenue between 47th and 48th Streets. He was transported to Bellevue Hospital and is currently in stable condition. This shooting—in the heart of one of the world’s most visited tourist zones—has reignited concerns about public safety and rising violent crime in New York City. Officials are investigating, but the attack underscores the urgent need for stronger crime prevention strategies and visible law enforcement in high-traffic urban zones. #TimesSquare #NYCShooting #PublicSafety #CrimeCrisis #MakeNYBETTR #JSA2026 #BETTRnews 🔗 Full Coverage: CBS News: https://www.cbsnews.com/newyork/news/times-square-shooting-nyc/ ABC7 NY: https://abc7ny.com/times-square-shooting-manhattan-nyc-crime/14731299/

🧑‍⚖️ Judge Delays Opening of Controversial ICE Office on Rikers Island A Manhattan judge has halted the opening of an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) office on Rikers Island, citing unresolved legal concerns and community backlash. Advocates argue the facility would endanger immigrant detainees' rights, while city officials claim it’s a necessary step for federal coordination. The future of the office remains uncertain as court challenges continue. #RikersIsland #ICE #ImmigrationRights #NYCPolitics #CivilLiberties #BETTRnews 👉 Read more: https://www.newsweek.com/judge-rules-trump-admin-eric-adams-rikers-island-ice-office-2064463

🛑 DOJ Accidentally Leaks Flaws in Anti-Congestion Pricing Plan — NYC Toll Scheme on Life Support In a stunning internal slip-up, the U.S. Department of Justice has accidentally admitted serious flaws in the legal strategy to kill New York City’s congestion pricing program—a toll initiative that would charge drivers up to $23 just to enter Manhattan’s business core. 💥 Key Takeaways: DOJ lawyers acknowledged their case lacks legal teeth Internal memos revealed the administration is scrambling for alternatives Governor Hochul is still defending the toll plan—but cracks are showing 🚗 This isn’t just about tolls—this is about control, taxation, and who gets punished for driving to work. Trump’s team wants it dead. Hochul wants it enforced. New Yorkers? We’re just trying to survive another policy failure. #CongestionPricing #TollTyranny #NYCTraffic #DOJLeak #JSA2026 #TurnNYRed #BETTRNews #FightForDrivers https://abc7ny.com/post/nyc-congestion-pricing-doj-accidentally-admits-flaws-trump-admin-plan-kill-toll-program/16240097/

🚨 NYC Subway Incident: Police Seek Suspect in Disturbing Case On April 9, 2025, a deeply unsettling incident occurred aboard a southbound R train near Whitehall Street Station in Lower Manhattan. A 37-year-old man, Jorge Gonzalez, who had reportedly died of natural causes, was allegedly robbed and later sexually violated by two separate individuals.   Surveillance footage captured a woman stealing from Gonzalez’s body around 10:48 p.m. Approximately 90 minutes later, a man, identified as 51-year-old Carlos Garcia, was seen engaging in sexual acts with the deceased before fleeing the scene.  Garcia is described as wearing a blue baseball cap, black hooded jacket, yellow hooded sweatshirt, blue jeans, red-and-white sneakers, and carrying a black backpack.  The NYPD urges anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477) or visit crimestoppers.nypdonline.org.  BETTR Commentary: This harrowing event underscores the urgent need for enhanced safety measures within our public transit system. New Yorkers deserve to commute without fear, and it’s imperative that city officials prioritize the security and well-being of all passengers. ⸻ Stay informed. Stay safe. Stay BETTR. 🔗 Read more on BETTR Newswire #NYCSubway #PublicSafety #SubwayCrime #TurnNYRed #BETTR https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/apr/12/new-york-subway-corpse-sexual-assault

Bethenny Frankel Is OUT: Another NYC Powerhouse Flees to Florida NYC isn’t just losing talent — it’s watching them run. Bethenny Frankel, once the face of Manhattan glamor and grit, has announced she's permanently relocating to Florida for what she calls “personal and professional reasons.” She’s not alone. From big business to average New Yorkers, people aren’t walking out of the Empire State — they’re running. 💬 Cost of living? 📉 Crushing taxes? 🛑 Rising crime? 🔒 Censorship and overreach? At BETTR, we’re not shocked — we saw the trend and built a platform for escape and expression. No more playing by the rules of broken systems. BETTR is your voice, your value, your way out. 📲 Join the exodus. 🔥 Join the resistance. 💬 Start a BETTR conversation today. #BethennyFrankel #FloridaMove #EscapeNY #NYCExodus #BetterLife #FreeSpeech #BETTRPlatform Full story: https://people.com/bethenny-frankel-announces-permanent-move-to-florida-11717698?utm_source=chatgpt.com

🌍 Global Citizen NOW Summit 2025: Bill Nye, Duchess of York, & More Join Star-Studded Lineup Big names are heading to New York City for the Global Citizen NOW Action Summit on April 30, 2025. The lineup includes Bill Nye, Sarah Ferguson (Duchess of York), Laverne Cox, and musician James Blake, with additional appearances by Hugh Jackman, Wyclef Jean, and Rachel Brosnahan. Hosted at Spring Studios in Manhattan, the summit will focus on ending global poverty, empowering women, climate solutions, and youth leadership. Rising changemakers will be honored with the Global Citizen Prize and Cisco Youth Leadership Award. 🌟 Why It Matters: The summit is more than just talk—it’s a call to action uniting global leaders, creators, and advocates to tackle real-world crises. Hashtags: #GlobalCitizenNOW #NYCEvents #SocialImpact #ClimateAction #YouthLeadership #BETTRNews 🔗 Full Story: https://people.com/sarah-ferguson-bill-nye-laverne-cox-join-global-citizen-now-action-summit-lineup-exclusive-11715181

NYC Fire Officers Endorse Levine for Comptroller Mark Levine, Manhattan’s Borough President, earns a big union endorsement in the NYC Comptroller race, setting up a high-stakes primary showdown. #NYCPolitics #MarkLevine #UnionSupport #ComptrollerRace #CityHall https://nypost.com/2025/04/13/us-news/fire-union-backs-mark-levine-in-nyc-comptroller-race/