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Left on Long Island and Stony Brook College Democrats’ Youth Town Hall was a success! The most important thing to making...
08/18/2026

Left on Long Island and Stony Brook College Democrats’ Youth Town Hall was a success! The most important thing to making this event happen was having the willingness of our peers to engage. Without that understanding that change is possible, so long as there is action—we would not have had such a great event. Thank you to everyone who joined us.

The second biggest thank you goes to our amazing three moderators who asked the questions and gave their own personal insights to the candidates. Long Island is lucky to have you three as true leaders of the fight for our future here on Long Island.

Finally, we are so grateful for the candidates who showed up, listened, and offered their perspectives. The key to mobilizing any group doing exactly that: Showing up, listening, and making an offer.

📸: A Special Thanks to the Wonderful, Chris Acebo (Christopher Acebo)

The conversation was clear. Cost of living and lack of opportunities are driving our future into the ground. This impacts all the other areas, such as education, first time home buying, etc. and requires policy that hits the nail on the head. While we gained some great perspectives, the discussion must continue at full speed.

To the candidates, we hope this event gave insight to how vital policy for the next generation is at this moment in time, especially. To our attendees, please continue having these conversations and being loud about what you want to see.

If you were not able to join us, stay tuned for another Youth Town Hall styled event coming this fall at Stony Brook University! 🙌📣🇺🇸

There’s only a few hours left until our event! This is the last chance to join the Youth Town Hall!There is nobody bette...
08/16/2026

There’s only a few hours left until our event! This is the last chance to join the Youth Town Hall!

There is nobody better to help moderate this discussion than a group of young, involved Long Islanders. Our three moderators know what it’s like to join the political conversation and talk issues, despite often being the youngest person in the room. 🤝

August 16th from 6-8 PM
📍 Port Jeff Village Center
🔗 Sign-Up with the Link in Bio (Last Chance)

08/14/2026

Happy Friday! There’s one day left to RSVP for the Youth Town Hall, moderated by these three young Democratic leaders! Meet James, Jaiden, and Josh, who will be leading and guiding the conversation this Sunday, from 6-8 PM.

We want to start the conversation between YOU 🫵 and our candidates so we help this next generation of Long Islanders.

🌊 Meet the Moderators
James Hoyle (James Hoyle for TOBAY Supervisor), Candidate for Town of Oyster Bay Supervisor
Jaiden Vadala (Jaiden Vadala), Treasurer of Stony Brook College Dems
Josh Taveras (Josh Taveras For New York State Senate), Candidate for NYS Senate in District 8

We need you to show up so we can start the conversation and build for Long Island’s future. Sign-up with the link in bio or visit LeftonLongIsland.org! 🔗🤝💙

There is a lot our state government can do us! State officials can help create and fund programs that lower education co...
08/11/2026

There is a lot our state government can do us! State officials can help create and fund programs that lower education costs, create better job opportunities, help first time home buyers, and much more! This Sunday, we will hear from 5 state level candidates and get to know their proposals and ideas to address the youth affordability crisis.

Join us in Port Jeff and tell these candidates about what young New Yorkers want to see from their state officials.

You can check who your district numbers at https://data.gis.ny.gov/search. Find the map for State Senate and State Assembly! 🔍

State Level Panelists:
State Senate District 1 Candidate Chris Murray (Chris Murray for State Senate)
State Assembly District 3 Candidate Josh Slaughter (Josh Slaughter)
State Assembly District 7 Candidate Trish Kopp (Trish Kopp)
State Assembly District 8 Candidate Lynn Trupiano-O’Keefe (Lynn Trupiano-O’Keefe)
& State Assembly District 12 Candidate Craig Herskowitz (Craig for New York)

🗓️ Sunday, August 16th
⏰ 6-8 PM
📍 Port Jeff Village Center
🔗 Sign-Up Required, Link in Bio!

There’s less than a week left to RSVP. Spaces are limited, so sign-up ASAP with the link in our bio! 🔗🤝🇺🇸

We are out here supporting our next New York District 1 Representative, Chris Gallant (Chris Gallant)! 📣👏The first photo...
08/11/2026

We are out here supporting our next New York District 1 Representative, Chris Gallant (Chris Gallant)! 📣👏

The first photo with some amazing women, the unstoppable Democratic Nominee for State Assembly District 7 Trish Kopp (Trish Kopp) and amazing former Congressional Candidate Jess Murphy (Jess Murphy).

A shot of our Vice President Magda Rodriguez meeting Congressman Raskin! And then Northport’s great Assembly District 12 Candidate, Craig Herskowitz (Craig for New York)!

These are just a few of the Long Island’s left that YOU want to see WIN. Even if you aren’t in their districts, follow them to show your support and check out their pages for opportunities to get involved. 🤝

08/11/2026

Congressman and Democratic Icon Jamie Raskin (Jamie Raskin) came to Long Island in support of our Democratic Nominee for Congress, Chris Gallant (Chris Gallant). We hope you hear Congressman Raskin’s words and TAKE ACTION now through Election Day. Start conversations with people you know and become comfortable talking about issues, or just asking them to vote. 🗳️

We can win across Long Island, but everyone involved needs to keep growing the community. A big turnout happens little by little, person by person. Be part of the change Long Islanders need and do not wait until it’s too late.

Check out our page for volunteer and internship opportunities for Democratic and Working Families Party candidates across the island. 🔗📣💙

Contribute to support the upcoming Youth Town Hall! Donate by this Sunday, August 9th and become an official sponsor for...
08/07/2026

Contribute to support the upcoming Youth Town Hall! Donate by this Sunday, August 9th and become an official sponsor for the event. Any amount makes a difference. Just $5 shows Long Island that you stand with our mission. 🤝

🔗 Donate with QR code or link on the post!

Young Long Islanders have been ignored by their representatives for years, if not decades. As a result, Long Island’s ne...
08/05/2026

Young Long Islanders have been ignored by their representatives for years, if not decades. As a result, Long Island’s next generation is leaving. We representation that listens to its young people and is willing to invest federal funding and effort for the next generation.

We are proud to announce that both congressional candidates for Suffolk County (Chris Gallant and Pat Halpin) will joining us next Sunday, August 16th! 🎉

🗓️ Sunday, August 16th
⏰ 6-8 PM
📍 Port Jeff Village Center
🔗 Sign-Up Required, Link in Bio!

It is time for our leaders to listen to the next generation. Join us and hear our two congressional candidates’ plans for addressing the youth affordability crisis here; truly listen to your concerns. Spaces are limited, so sign-up ASAP with the link in our bio! 🔗🤝🇺🇸

Last Wednesday at 8:00 AM, Left on Long Island’s Magda Rodriguez spoke up at Southold’s Special Town Board Meeting to di...
08/04/2026

Last Wednesday at 8:00 AM, Left on Long Island’s Magda Rodriguez spoke up at Southold’s Special Town Board Meeting to discuss the issue of ICE. Magda has been working with Eastern Long Island’s Organización Latino Americana (OLA) on Latino-focused advocacy. Today, much of this work has taken the form of safeguarding the community against ICE.

📸 Photo Credit: Suffolk Times

Read below about Magda’s experiences getting involved with OLA and her town’s local issues regarding ICE:

“I was always someone who doesn’t speak a lot, and I still am. I am just selective to when and where I speak. After my internship at a an immigration law firm. I gained a new perspective of Latino struggling to find resources in law and governance. I got involved because I didn’t see anyone else coming to represent families in government, or offering support. If no one was going to represent then no one was going to advocate, and in times like this I thought it was critical that there was supposed to be someone.

…I found OLA when everything in my life heading in a negative direction and I felt as if i was stuck. Volunteering became one of the ways I could escape my life, and I realized I had joy from helping others. So I was looking for organizations that would need more volunteers. That’s where everything started.”

Magda also shared her perspective as young advocate: “…I still get nervous sometimes. But I’ve learned not to let that stop me from speaking up. Early on, I experienced imposter syndrome and even encountered people who questioned whether I belonged because of my age. Those experiences could have discouraged me, but instead they motivated me to be even more prepared. I remind myself that I earned my seat at the table. Being the youngest doesn’t mean I have the least to contribute—it often means I bring a fresh perspective, a different lived experience, and a lot of energy. I see my age as an advantage rather than a limitation now.”

To anyone considering getting involved, she advises you to, “Get comfortable being uncomfortable. Allow yourself to experience new things, and trust yourself.“ 📣🤝

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