Working Families of Rochester

Working Families of Rochester The Working Families Party is leading the fight for social, racial, and economic justice in NYS. The Working Families Party is fighting for a more just world.

One where the economy works for everyone. One where politicians are held accountable to working people, instead of big-money backers. One where all of us, no matter where we come from, can find a good job, get healthcare when we need it, afford a home, send our kids to good schools, and have a secure retirement. We’re fighting to bring back the American Dream, and we want you to join us. Victories


In 1998 party was launched and set it's first priority as raising the state's $5.15 minimum wage. Helped get special interest money out of New York city politics with a strong campaign finance law. in 2001, worked on campaigns to pass living wage bills in Suffolk and New York City
In 2002, worked with Transit workers to stop lay offs. Westchester County living wage bill. In 2003, reinstated stock transfer tax to stop NYC budget cuts. fought for progressive revenue increases to stop service cuts in schools and health care. In 2004, defeat of Albany D.A. led to reforms of Rockefeller Drug Laws. Won an increase in the Minimum wage to $7.15
In 2005, won living wage in Nassau County for contracted workers. Also worked to defend Social Security. In 2006, created thousands of jobs in Central and Western NY building infrastructure for a sustainable energy system. In 2007, passed Fair Share for Health Care in NYC and Suffolk County, requiring large retailers to provide benefits. In 2008, Property Tax Relief was passed in the assembly. Our "Circuit Breaker" plan has yet to pass the State Senate. In 2009, drafted and helped pass Green Jobs-Green NY to lower utility costs for homeowners, protect the environment, and creat much-needed jobs. In 2010, pass Fair Share Tax Reform to avoid terrible cuts in education and health care. In 2018, we got rid of the Independent Democratic Caucus, a group of Democratic Senators who stopped progressive legislation by caucusing with Republicans and replaced them with WFP champions. In 2020, we doubled ballot turnout on our line and became one of four remaining parties in NYS. We also flipped the entire Monroe County legislature with our WFP slate of candidates. In 2021, we have already beat back Republican challenges to our line and we are prepared for many wins ahead!

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13/07/2024

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11/07/2024
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As we grow older, we seek to be in a peaceful and silent place 💞

11/07/2024

Greed has poisoned men's souls,
has barricaded the world with hate,
has goose-stepped us into misery
and bloodshed.
We have developed speed,
but we have shut ourselves in.
Machinery that gives abundance
has left us in want.
Our knowledge has made us cynical;
our cleverness, hard and unkind.
We think too much and feel too little.
More than machinery,
we need humanity.
More than cleverness,
we need kindness and gentleness.
Without these qualities,
life will be violent and all will be lost.

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Hard to believe this quote is actually 84yrs old! It’s from Charlie Chaplin's speech in the final scene of the 1940 film "The Great Dictator." Greed is still poisoning men’s souls and the world is in desperate need of more kindness and gentleness.

Let’s do our part and shine as brightly as we can and share our love and light.

With love
Knowledge Chuma ❤️

11/07/2024
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11/07/2024

If people cannot write well, they cannot thing well, and if they cannot think well, others will do their thinking for them

11/07/2024

"All truth passes through three stages. First, it is ridiculed. Second, it is violently opposed. Third, it is accepted as being self-evident."
Arthur Schopenhauer💚

11/07/2024

"Those who lack the courage will always find a philosophy to justify it,"

encapsulates the human tendency to rationalize inaction or avoidance of difficult decisions. This idea is deeply rooted in Camus' exploration of existentialism and absurdism, where he often examined the complexities of human existence and the search for meaning. By suggesting that individuals who lack courage often adopt belief systems to justify their inaction, Camus highlights a form of intellectual escapism.

Instead of confronting their fears or challenging situations directly, people may find solace in philosophies that validate their reluctance to act. This rationalization serves as a defense mechanism, allowing them to avoid the discomfort of facing reality.For instance, someone might embrace a deterministic worldview, arguing that their actions are meaningless because everything is preordained, thus excusing their passivity.

Camus' critique is a call for existential responsibility, urging individuals to recognize their freedom and the weight of their choices. In doing so, he challenges us to act courageously, confronting the absurdity of life without resorting to philosophical justifications that diminish our agency. This perspective underscores the importance of authenticity and the courage to live fully, despite the inherent uncertainties and challenges of the human condition.

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