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Dinallo to Combat Predatory Lenders, Civil Rights Violations
August 30, 2010
Eric Dinallo, Democratic candidate for Attorney General, today outlined his plan to crack down on predatory lending, including the investigation of potential civil rights violations. Dinallo, the only candidate to serve in the Attorney General’s office, will partner the Civil Rights Bureau with his newly-created Consumer Financial Products Unit. The team will lead the charge against discriminatory lending practices that force New Yorkers into unfair lending terms based on their gender and/or race.
Dinallo: 'My client said so' is No Excuse for Bank's Risk Taking
August 26, 2010
“President Obama and Congress went to work on reforms to prevent another financial crisis. However, as the New York Times reported today, some of the betting we see on Wall Street seems to mimic certain behavior that led to the financial crisis nearly two years ago. While the immediate losses are nowhere near those we saw back then, we are too familiar with the costs – including bailouts and job loss.
Dinallo: AG Candidates must stand up to Public Corruption
August 23, 2010
Dinallo sent a to request that he use his legal authority to immediately empower the Attorney General against public corruption cases. Last week, he called on the other candidates to issue similar requests to Governor Paterson, but they remain strikingly silent.
Daily News and Crains choose Dinallo
August 22, 2010
"The Daily News celebrates Eric's 'blend of first-rate legal, executive and regulatory experience that is unique among the contenders and equips him best to lead New York's top law office amid rising challenges.'
"Crain's could not agree more, writing that Eric's 'platform is comprehensive, and his qualifications to be attorney general are unmatched.'
Dinallo Outlines Women’s Rights Agenda To Fight Discrimination, Protect Reproductive Health And Promote Financial Security
August 19, 2010
Eric Dinallo, Democratic candidate for Attorney General, today released his Women’s Rights Agenda to promote safety and opportunity for women across New York.
Dinallo Calls On Attorney General Candidates To Support Action On Public Corruption
August 18, 2010
Eric Dinallo called on his fellow candidates for Attorney General to support his action on public corruption. In a letter sent yesterday to the Democratic and the Republican candidates, Dinallo urged them to join his request that Governor Paterson grant the Attorney General’s office jurisdiction over public corruption cases.
Letter To My Opponents
August 17, 2010
Eric's August 17, 2010 letter to all Attorney General candidates asking them to join in requesting the Governor to grant the Attorney General jurisdiction over public corruption cases.
Letter To The Governor
August 13, 2010
Eric's August 13, 2010 letter to Governor Paterson requesting him to issue an Executive Order granting the Attorney General jurisdiction over public corruption cases. The Attorney General currently does not have the authority to investigate and prosecute abuses of public office.
Dinallo Plan Puts Consumers First, Fights Financial Fraud
July 29, 2010
Eric Dinallo, Democratic candidate for Attorney General, released his Consumer and Financial Protection Agenda to protect consumers and fight financial fraud. The comprehensive approach boldly takes on the full range of consumer protection issues – from policing Wall Street to stopping price-fixing.
Dinallo: My Opponents' Troubling Suggestions
July 28, 2010
“Some of my opponents, in talking about the Attorney General's office, have shown a lack of understanding about the office -- from the ‘debate’ on Rockefeller Drug Laws to proposed legislation that would dilute one of the office’s greatest tools, the Martin Act.
Dinallo Outlines Plan To Cut State Costs, Save New Yorkers’ Tax Dollars
July 22, 2010
Eric Dinallo, Democratic candidate for Attorney General, released his Taxpayer Savings Agenda, a plan to cut costs and save taxpayers money through the Attorney General’s office. Dinallo outlined the steps he will take to reduce how much the state spends on lawsuits, and better organize government to eliminate waste and achieve efficiency.
Dinallo Urges Congress to Act on Financial Reforms
June 30, 2010
Rewriting the rules is only the first step. Our leaders in Washington and in New York will be responsible for putting the reforms to work. As a watchdog who has worked in both the public and private sectors, I know how to responsibly enforce the law and hold financial firms accountable so that consumers and taxpayers alike are protected.
Dinallo Applauds Financial Reforms For Improving Regulation
June 28, 2010
Congress is expected to vote this week on the sweeping financial reform package that will protect consumers and better regulate the financial industry. The reform is a long overdue response to the economic crisis that unfolded two years ago – but it is only the beginning. The real work starts with regulators who will oversee financial products, enact strong consumer protections, and put the taxpayers’ interests first.
Dinallo Commits to Protecting Communities from Violent Gun Crime
June 28, 2010
We cannot allow powerful interests like the National Rifle Association to blur the line between a Second Amendment Right and irresponsible public policy. Today’s decision affirms the need for strong law enforcement officials who will put the safety of the public ahead of powerful interests.
Dinallo Calls For AG Jurisdiction Over Election Law And Campaign Finance Violations
June 15, 2010
“The Governor’s decision to refer the allegations against former Erie County Democratic Chair Steve Pigeon to the United States Attorney is the latest example of Albany’s fractured approach to investigating political corruption. Instead of multiple prosecutors, the case reminds us that we need a unitary, efficient and disciplined approach. We must restore the Attorney General’s jurisdiction over both election law and campaign finance law violations.
Dinallo Targets Conflicts of Interest in Government
June 14, 2010
Attorney General candidate Eric Dinallo today outlined his plan to take action in Albany by targeting conflicts of interests. Dinallo’s plan calls for a full-time legislature, election law reform, and a constitutional convention that makes critical reforms while also protecting the established rights of New Yorkers.
Insurance Accountability Measure Becomes Law
June 8, 2010
Eric Dinallo, candidate for Attorney General and former Superintendent of the New York State Insurance Department, issued the following statement on the reinstatement of prior approval: "With the emergency appropriation legislation that the Governor and Legislature enacted, our state has taken an important step towards controlling health insurance costs by restoring prior approval on rate increases. When I served as Insurance Superintendent, I led the charge to reinstate prior approval so that the Insurance Department could review premium rate increases before they take effect. This authority helps control the cost of health insurance in New York, which has choked our families and small businesses as they choose between crushing premiums and going without health coverage.
Statement From Eric Dinallo On The Investigation Of Banks And Credit Ratings
May 13, 2010
“I applaud the Attorney General for launching an investigation into the credit ratings process. Addressing conflicts of interest like these will provide us with the insight to effectively regulate our financial industries and hold them accountable.
Dinallo Announces LGBT Rights Agenda to Secure Civil Rights and Promote Equality
May 12, 2010
Attorney General candidate Eric Dinallo today outlined his LGBT Rights Agenda to advance equality for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) New Yorkers. The six-point plan utilizes the full power of the Attorney General’s Office to promote civil rights, including bringing a new lawsuit for marriage equality before New York State Courts.
Central And Western New York Leaders Support Dinallo, Raising Total Number Of Endorsements To Twenty-Six
May 7, 2010
Attorney General candidate Eric Dinallo today received endorsements from five additional Democratic Committee County Chairs, raising his total number of County Chair endorsements to 26 and building on a network of supporters from across the state. The endorsements follow Dinallo’s success at the Democratic Rural Conference, where he won the straw poll by a margin of more than 2-to-1 over the second place candidate.
Dinallo Wins Democratic Rural Conference Straw Poll
May 1, 2010 DINALLO WINS DEMOCRATIC RURAL CONFERENCE STRAW POLL
Attorney General candidate Eric Dinallo today won the Democratic Rural Conference straw poll by a margin of 2-to-1 over the runner-up. The major victory is the latest showing of support for the former Superintendent of Insurance, who has also earned the endorsement of 21 Democratic Committee County Chairs. Dinallo’s expansive career, record of accomplishment and bold vision for the office continue to inspire voters from across the state.
Schenectady County Chairman Brian L. Quail Endorses Dinallo, Bringing Total Endorsements To Twenty-One
April 28, 2010
Schenectady County Democratic Committee Chairman Brian L. Quail today announced his support for former New York State Insurance Superintendent Eric Dinallo in his campaign for Attorney General. Chairman Quail is the 21st Democratic Committee County Chair to endorse Dinallo’s candidacy.
Dinallo Announces Public Integrity Agenda
April 22, 2010
Attorney General Candidate Eric Dinallo, a Former Bureau Chief at The Attorney General's Office and Former New York State Superintendent of Insurance, today announced a comprehensive agenda for investigating public corruption if elected Attorney General.
Fulton County Democratic Chairman Supports Dinallo For Attorney General
April 15, 2010
Fulton County Democratic Committee Chairman Albert Hays, Sr. today announced his support of Former New York State Insurance Superintendent Eric Dinallo in his campaign for Attorney General.
Tioga County Democratic Committee And Chairman Endorse Dinallo For Attorney General
April 15, 2010
Former New York State Insurance Superintendent and candidate for Attorney General Eric Dinallo today announced the endorsement of Tioga County Democratic Committee Chairman Art Myers.
Putnam County Chair Endorses Dinallo for Attorney General
April 2, 2010
“Eric has unparalleled qualifications for the job and an established record of taking on New York’s most intractable challenges,” said Chairwoman Eckardt. “He has an unsurpassed ability for creatively using government on behalf of the people to investigate big business, insurance companies, Wall Street and special interests, and that is why I am endorsing him.
Seven Additional County Chairs Endorse Dinallo For Attorney General, Bringing Total To Seventeen
March 18, 2010
“As a first time candidate, I am honored to have the early support of so many Democratic County Chairs,” said Mr. Dinallo. “It is clear that New York Democrats are looking for the candidate who is best qualified to be the state’s top law enforcement official and has an established record of protecting all New Yorkers.”
Dinallo Announces Rural Agenda, Including Creation of Rural Affairs Bureau Within AG’S Office
March 15, 2010
“I will continue to focus the resources of the Attorney General’s Office on delivering legal services to every New Yorker,” said Mr. Dinallo. “On issues ranging from Marcellus Shale to consumer frauds to health insurance to wind power development, individuals and municipalities in rural communities often feel out-gunned and unprotected from big corporations and special interests. I have a series of proposals that will help level the playing field further for rural New Yorkers.”
Ten Democratic County Chairs Endorse Dinallo For Attorney General
March 12, 2010
Ten Democratic County Chairs today announced their support for Eric Dinallo to succeed Andrew Cuomo as New York State’s next Attorney General. This is the first public announcement of support from Democratic county leaders for any Attorney General candidate.
Dinallo Raises Over $1.75 Million
January 15, 2010 Dinallo Raises Over $1.75 Million
Former New York State Insurance Superintendent Eric R. Dinallo today announced that his campaign for New York State Attorney General has raised $1.75 million in its first six-month fundraising cycle and $1.3 million in six weeks.
Announcing My Candidacy For New York State Attorney General
November 19, 2009
I’m writing today to introduce myself to you and other leading Democrats and State Committee members as a candidate for New York State Attorney General.
