News from ZELDIN

Zeldin Statement on Selection of Palin as McCain Running Mate

Fri, 29 Aug 2008 19:58:58 -0000

Today, Republican and Conservative Party candidate for Congress, Lee Zeldin, issued the following statement on the selection of Alaska Governor Sarah Palin as Senator John McCain's running mate:

Zeldin’s Got The Power

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 16:42:12 -0000

Lee Zeldin, the Republican and Conservative Party candidate for New York's First Congressional District, stole the (energy efficiency) spotlight from his opponent here at the Sachem Public Library this week.

Letter to the Editor from U.S. Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 16:01:13 -0000

To the Editor:

Zeldin Releases Congressional Clock on Website

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 01:28:01 -0000

Lee Zeldin, the Republican and Conservative Party candidate for New York's First Congressional District, wants to know: how many vacation days have you earned this year? How many have you used? Do you have any coworkers that abuse their time off...

Media Advisory

Wed, 20 Aug 2008 18:02:10 -0000

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Zeldin Announces Major Addition

Wed, 20 Aug 2008 14:01:21 -0000

The Republican candidate for New York's First Congressional District today announced a major addition to his campaign team, adding the First Executive Chairman of the Suffolk County Conservative Party.

Statement by Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin

Tue, 19 Aug 2008 17:16:52 -0000

Over the last two weeks, we all have heard about Russia's surprise attack on Georgia and its citizens who find themselves living in a war zone. The U.S. State Department has reacted to this conflict with strength and compassion and it is imperati...

Photo Caption from U.S. Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin

Tue, 19 Aug 2008 00:15:23 -0000

The T.K.O. Band meets Lee Zeldin, the Republican and Conservative Party Candidate for U.S. Congress, outside the Riverhead Polish Hall, just before the start of the Riverhead Polish Festival on Saturday, August 16, 2008. Zeldin, an Army Reservist...

Photo Caption from U.S. Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin

Tue, 19 Aug 2008 00:12:41 -0000

Lee Zeldin, the Republican and Conservative Party Candidate for U.S.Congress, speaks with Joe Sawicki, the Suffolk County Comptroller, outside the Riverhead Polish Hall, during the Riverhead Polish Festival on Saturday, August 16, 2008. Zeldin, a...

No Vacation From Responsibility

Fri, 15 Aug 2008 14:00:37 -0000

To the Editor:

Zeldin Demands End To Excess Baggage Fees for Deploying Troops

Wed, 13 Aug 2008 21:36:44 -0000

As the United States Congress continues it's five-week summer vacation, the Republican and Conservative Party candidate for New York's First Congressional District today demanded that airlines halt measures that charge military personnel for exces...

Photo Caption and Statement from U.S. Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin

Mon, 11 Aug 2008 19:27:56 -0000

Congressional candidate, Lee Zeldin (R-C), gathers with protesters and supporters on Monday, August 11, 2008, outside of Tim Bishop's Southampton office. The group wants Congress, which is currently on a 5-week vacation, to return to Washington an...

Media Advisory

Mon, 11 Aug 2008 12:00:39 -0000

The Republican and Conservative Party candidate for New York's First Congressional District, Lee Zeldin, will hold two public events today with supporters. One, in Coram, NY and the other, in Southampton, NY. The Coram event will take place at 1...

Letter to the Editor by Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin

Fri, 08 Aug 2008 15:17:36 -0000

To the Editor:

Statement by Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin

Wed, 06 Aug 2008 15:34:45 -0000

Throughout my campaign for Congress, I have repeatedly challenged my opponent to visit our troops in combat. Our front-line personnel deserve the opportunity to meet their Representatives, even those who support them the least. Finally, after mor...

Photo Caption from U.S. Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin

Wed, 06 Aug 2008 13:00:35 -0000

Shirley attorney and military veteran Lee Zeldin, the Republican and Conservative Party candidate for United States Congress, attended the National Night Out Event at Wildwood Acres in Wading River on August 5, 2008. Later that evening, Zeldin vi...

Zeldin Defines D.C. Bishop in New Television Advertisement

Mon, 04 Aug 2008 14:09:21 -0000

The Republican candidate for New York's First Congressional District rolled out a new television advertisement today called "Real Long Island Values" and took the opportunity to announce his vision for 21st Century energy solutions.

Will Anyone Hold L.I. Bishop Accountable for D.C. Bishop and friends?

Wed, 30 Jul 2008 18:41:33 -0000

The Republican candidate for New York's First Congressional District today voiced more concern over his opponent's latest half -hearted effort to make an impact on the rise of 21st Century energy challenges.

Open Letter to T. Boone Pickens

Mon, 28 Jul 2008 13:42:23 -0000

Mr. Pickens:

Zeldin and Bishop Disagree on Key Energy Initiatives

Mon, 28 Jul 2008 13:21:20 -0000

The Republican candidate for New York's First Congressional District today criticized his opponent's "too little, too late" excuse filled energy rhetoric while continuing to push for a new direction with our nation's energy policy.

Zeldin Challenges Bishop to August 6th Radio Debate

Fri, 25 Jul 2008 20:14:12 -0000

The Republican candidate for New York's First Congressional District today challenged his opponent to the first 30 minute debate of the campaign for the morning of August 6-during the first week of Congressional recess-to an energy crisis-centered...

Open Letter to Residents of New York’s 1st Congressional District

Mon, 21 Jul 2008 14:58:40 -0000

My name is Lee Zeldin and I grew up in Shirley. I have committed my life to public service and I am excited about continuing my service to our community in Congress. Last summer, I left the active duty Army and joined the Reserves.

Zeldin Releases “Independence” Ad

Mon, 21 Jul 2008 14:42:55 -0000

The Republican candidate for New York's First Congressional District today released a Web-based commercial touting his fierce loyalty to the Eastern Long Island district and the independent-minded leadership demanded by the position.

Zeldin Reiterates Themes of Independence, 21st Century GOP

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 15:08:03 -0000

To the Editor:

Statement by Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin

Mon, 14 Jul 2008 21:53:33 -0000

The front cover of this week's New Yorker was a tasteless attack on Barack and Michelle Obama. The content makes for a terribly misinformed decision. For the sake of promoting a clean election season I condemn the New Yorker for its judgment.

Independence OpEd from U.S. Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin

Mon, 14 Jul 2008 18:19:32 -0000

The concept of independence is a genuinely American institution. Earlier this month, we celebrated Independence Day, honoring the brave endeavors of the Founding Fathers that sought to create the grand experiment in democracy that is today our gr...

Zeldin Announces Ten Commitments To Suffolk County

Fri, 11 Jul 2008 19:11:04 -0000

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Statement by Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin

Tue, 08 Jul 2008 15:22:29 -0000

In response to yet another celebration of out of control Congressional spending in an era of $4.50 per gallon gas by an opponent unwilling to discuss the issues or accept a debate challenge, the Republican candidate for New York's First Congressio...

Zeldin Refuses to Meet With AFL-CIO over Immigration, Iraq Stances

Mon, 07 Jul 2008 15:11:34 -0000

The Republican candidate for New York's First Congressional District today further asserted himself as the anti-establishment candidate, announcing that he would not attend the candidate screening held today by the Long Island Federation of Labor,...

Photo Caption from U.S. Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin

Mon, 07 Jul 2008 14:33:06 -0000

U.S. Congressional Candidate and Army Veteran Lee Zeldin (center) gathers with fellow combat veterans of the Rocky Point VFW prior to the start of the Southampton Fourth of July Parade.

Zeldin Proposes Debate Plan, Schedule

Mon, 07 Jul 2008 14:19:42 -0000

The Republican candidate for New York's First Congressional District today issued yet another debate challenge to his opponent, this time hoping that his proposal of a creative, district-wide series of issue-driven debates will be enough to drag h...

Statement from U.S. Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin

Fri, 04 Jul 2008 18:44:24 -0000

Each Fourth of July, our nation celebrates the freedom entrusted to us through the sacrifices of our ancestors. Today, we give thanks for the opportunity to live in the greatest nation in the world.

Photo Caption from U.S. Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 17:14:43 -0000

Republican U.S. Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin talks to members of the media outside a local Exxon-Mobil station in Mastic were Zeldin briefly addressed his opponent's "powerless energy policy" when it comes to relieving high gas prices for mi...

Media Advisory: Zeldin Rally at New Campaign Headquarters

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 14:25:00 -0000

Today, June 30th, 2008, U.S. Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin (R-Shirley) will host an "Old Time Rally" at his new Campaign Headquarters at 250 Sunrise Highway South Service Road in North Patchogue. The rally will kick off at 6pm; joining Lee at...

Informed Voters Fume Over Bishop’s “Big Oil” Release

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 14:19:27 -0000

After his opponent issued a misleading, spin-filled press release and blast email regarding the energy issue, Lee Zeldin, the Republican candidate for New York's First Congressional District, again called for debates with his opponent to begin imm...

Media Advisory: Zeldin Rally at New Campaign Headquarters

Sun, 29 Jun 2008 15:39:24 -0000

On Monday, June 30th, 2008, U.S. Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin (R-Shirley) will host an "Old Time Rally" at his new Campaign Headquarters at 250 Sunrise Highway South Service Road in North Patchogue. The rally will kick off at 6pm; joining L...

Photo Caption from U.S. Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin

Thu, 26 Jun 2008 15:10:32 -0000

New York State Senator John Flanagan (Right) joins United States Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin (left) at a campaign event on Saturday, June 21st, 2008. Lee Zeldin was unanimously nominated to run as the Republican Candidate in the First Cong...

Zeldin Blasts Bishop for Turning Back on Troops, Iraq, Afghanistan

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 17:10:11 -0000

The Republican candidate for New York's First Congressional District, Army veteran Lee Zeldin, demanded Congressional leadership support troops in harm's way and prevent the spillover of ideological debate from the floor of the House chamber to th...

Zeldin Commends Rep. McCarthy’s Will to Drill

Mon, 23 Jun 2008 13:30:30 -0000

Motivated by a campaign-long call for action regarding the challenges posed by energy modernization, the Republican candidate for New York's First Congressional District today commended Untied States Rep. Carolyn McCarthy for her vote last week in...

Statement by Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin

Fri, 20 Jun 2008 04:24:54 -0000

Tonight, my opponent made the most hypocritical, un-American vote of his tenure in Congress. He claims to be someone who salutes, honors and thanks the troops, but not tonight. Tonight, our troops who voluntarily raised their hand and swore to s...

WWW.ZELDIN08.COM Gets 1,000,000th Visitor

Mon, 16 Jun 2008 14:00:24 -0000

The Republican candidate for New York's First Congressional District reached a major milestone today, as his Web site can now boast an impressive 1,000,000 visitors since its launch. GOP candidate Lee Zeldin released the following statement:

Photo Caption from U.S. Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin

Sun, 15 Jun 2008 00:30:43 -0000

Lee Zeldin, Republican candidate for U.S. Congress, thanked local boy scouts for the care packages and letters he received while deployed to Iraq with the 82nd Airborne Division in the Summer of 2006. The event was held in South Setauket on June ...

Zeldin Critical of Bishop’s Latest Frank Mail Piece

Fri, 13 Jun 2008 19:14:36 -0000

The Republican candidate for New York’s First Congressional District today continued his commitment towards responsible government by highlighting his opponent’s wasteful ways.

Photo Caption from U.S. Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin

Thu, 12 Jun 2008 20:33:04 -0000

United States Senator Tom Coburn (R-OK) campaigns in New York for Lee Zeldin, the Republican candidate for the First Congressional District, covering eastern Long Island. The event for Zeldin's campaign took place on Monday, June 9th.

Zeldin Begins Airing Television Commercials

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 18:32:10 -0000

The Republican candidate for New York's First Congressional continued his full-blown summer media blitz designed to connect with Long Islanders disenchanted with an array of disappointing issues and disillusioned with their elected leadership.

Zeldin Begins Airing Radio Commercials

Mon, 09 Jun 2008 13:47:29 -0000

The Republican candidate for New York’s First Congressional wasted no time beginning his full-blown summer media blitz designed to connect with Long Islanders disenchanted with an array of disappointing issues and disillusioned with their el...

Zeldin Launches Gas Price Petition Drive

Fri, 06 Jun 2008 19:49:02 -0000

Prior to the start of the summer, the Republican candidate for New York's First Congressional District urged leaders at the federal, state and local levels to ease the burden of gas prices by enacting a summer-long gas-tax holiday starting Memoria...

Letter to the Editor from U.S. Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin

Fri, 06 Jun 2008 15:22:55 -0000

To the Editor:

Zeldin to Bishop: Go See Iraqi Progress

Mon, 02 Jun 2008 13:30:29 -0000

The Republican candidate for New York's First Congressional District today urged his opponent to follow his suggestion and the lead of most of Congress who have regularly visited Iraq since the war began.

Denial Ain't Just a River in Egypt

Wed, 28 May 2008 14:49:44 -0000

On Thursday, at their annual conventions, both the Suffolk County Republicans and Democrats announced their slates for the fall, kicking off the 2008 campaign season.

Statement From Candidate Lee Zeldin

Mon, 26 May 2008 20:34:40 -0000

The Republican candidate for New York's First Congressional District, Army veteran Lee Zeldin, today issued the following statement in honor of Memorial Day:

Photo Caption: Zeldin Accepts Suffolk County GOP Nomination

Fri, 23 May 2008 20:06:33 -0000

Suffolk County Republican Chairman Dr. Harry Withers (right) introduces Republican Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin (left) to thunderous applause at the annual Suffolk County Republican Committee’s nominating convention on Thursday, May 22...

Suffolk County GOP Nominates Lee Zeldin for First C.D.

Fri, 23 May 2008 03:05:29 -0000

At their annual party convention, the Suffolk County GOP officially nominated their candidate for the First Congressional District before an energized crowd at the MacArthur Radisson tonight.

Zeldin Campaign Schedule for May 22

Thu, 22 May 2008 16:44:14 -0000

Endorsed Republican U.S. Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin will be attending the Annual Suffolk County Republican Convention today, May 22nd at 7:00PM. At the Convention, which will be held at the MacArthur Radisson in Holtsville, Zeldin is expec...

Media Advisory: Zeldin Campaign Schedule for May 22

Wed, 21 May 2008 15:26:11 -0000

Endorsed Republican U.S. Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin will be attending the Annual Suffolk County Republican Convention on Thursday, May 22nd at 7:00PM. At the Convention, which will be held at the MacArthur Radisson in Holtsville, Zeldin i...

Statement From Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin

Wed, 21 May 2008 15:13:30 -0000

The endorsed Republican candidate for Long Island's First Congressional District today issued the following statement encouraging Congress to support the troops and provide much needed ammunition, supplies and equipment for those currently deploye...

Photo Caption from U.S. Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin

Mon, 19 May 2008 16:27:05 -0000

Iraq War Veteran and endorsed Republican Congressional Candidate, Lee Zeldin (center), joins his fellow members of the VFW and other Veteran organizations on Saturday, May 17th, for a memorial ceremony at Bald Hill for the moving Vietnam Memorial ...

Photo Caption from U.S. Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin

Mon, 19 May 2008 15:57:54 -0000

Iraq War Veteran and endorsed Republican Congressional Candidate, Lee Zeldin (center), speaks with local Veterans before the start of Suffolk County’s Armed Forces Day Ceremony at Armed Forces Plaza.

Media Advisory: Zeldin To Hold Special Press Conference Call On Fixing Congress

Fri, 16 May 2008 14:55:10 -0000

Endorsed Republican U.S. Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin will hold a special Press Conference Call today, May 16th at 2:30PM.

Schneiderman Endorses Zeldin for Congress

Fri, 16 May 2008 13:30:29 -0000

The presumptive Republican candidate for New York's First Congressional District today picked up another major endorsement from an influential Suffolk County leader.

Zeldin Urges GI Bill Reform

Tue, 13 May 2008 20:47:57 -0000

Echoing his campaign-long Tour of Duty promoting veterans’ issues, the endorsed Republican candidate for Long Island's First Congressional District today questioned why a small group of Congressional Democrats are blocking a much-needed upgr...

Photo Caption from U.S. Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin

Mon, 12 May 2008 16:20:57 -0000

Endorsed Republican U.S. Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin (center) speaks in front of the Suffolk County Fire Chief's Council this past Friday, May 9th.

Zeldin Reaffirms Commitment to Wounded Vets

Mon, 12 May 2008 13:30:28 -0000

In response to a recent Department of Veterans Affairs report citing a rising numbers of wounded veterans and a potentially stifling increase in cost overruns, the endorsed Republican candidate for Long Island's First Congressional District reiter...

Letter to the Editor from U.S. Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin

Fri, 09 May 2008 17:30:29 -0000

To the Editor:

Letter to the Editor from U.S. Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin

Fri, 09 May 2008 16:14:40 -0000

To the Editor:

Zeldin Affirms ‘Independent Bulldog’ Spirit

Thu, 08 May 2008 14:44:30 -0000

After reviewing a database highlighting his opponent's lack of independence, the endorsed Republican candidate for Long Island's First Congressional District today reassured voters that change is on the way.

Army Veteran Zeldin Commences Tour of Duty

Wed, 07 May 2008 14:41:42 -0000

The endorsed Republican candidate for New York's First Congressional District last night launched a major new phase of his campaign, initiating an offensive devoted to reaching voters of all demographics.

Lee Zeldin’s Public Campaign Schedule for Tuesday, May 6th

Mon, 05 May 2008 23:53:15 -0000

For Tuesday, May 6th, endorsed Republican Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin’s campaign schedule is as follows:

Zeldin Wants Congress to Declare War On Gas Prices

Mon, 05 May 2008 15:07:09 -0000

Concerned about the increasing cost of gas, military veteran and congressional candidate Lee Zeldin called on Congress today to declare war against the "price pinch at the pump."

News from ZELDIN

Zeldin Statement on Selection of Palin as McCain Running Mate

Zeldin’s Got The Power

Letter to the Editor from U.S. Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin

Zeldin Releases Congressional Clock on Website

***Media Advisory***

Zeldin Announces Major Addition

Statement by Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin

Photo Caption from U.S. Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin

Photo Caption from U.S. Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin

No Vacation From Responsibility

Zeldin Demands End To Excess Baggage Fees for Deploying Troops

Photo Caption and Statement from U.S. Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin

***Media Advisory***

Letter to the Editor by Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin

Statement by Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin

Photo Caption from U.S. Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin

Zeldin Defines D.C. Bishop in New Television Advertisement

Will Anyone Hold L.I. Bishop Accountable for D.C. Bishop and friends?

Open Letter to T. Boone Pickens

Zeldin and Bishop Disagree on Key Energy Initiatives

Zeldin Challenges Bishop to August 6th Radio Debate

Open Letter to Residents of New York’s 1st Congressional District

Zeldin Releases “Independence” Ad

Zeldin Reiterates Themes of Independence, 21st Century GOP

Statement by Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin

Independence OpEd from U.S. Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin

Zeldin Announces Ten Commitments To Suffolk County

Statement by Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin

Zeldin Refuses to Meet With AFL-CIO over Immigration, Iraq Stances

Photo Caption from U.S. Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin

Zeldin Proposes Debate Plan, Schedule

Statement from U.S. Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin

Photo Caption from U.S. Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin

***Media Advisory: Zeldin Rally at New Campaign Headquarters***

Informed Voters Fume Over Bishop’s “Big Oil” Release

***Media Advisory: Zeldin Rally at New Campaign Headquarters***

Photo Caption from U.S. Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin

Zeldin Blasts Bishop for Turning Back on Troops, Iraq, Afghanistan

Zeldin Commends Rep. McCarthy’s Will to Drill

Statement by Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin

WWW.ZELDIN08.COM Gets 1,000,000th Visitor

Photo Caption from U.S. Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin

Zeldin Critical of Bishop’s Latest Frank Mail Piece

Photo Caption from U.S. Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin

Zeldin Begins Airing Television Commercials

Zeldin Begins Airing Radio Commercials

Zeldin Launches Gas Price Petition Drive

Letter to the Editor from U.S. Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin

Zeldin to Bishop: Go See Iraqi Progress

Denial Ain't Just a River in Egypt

Statement From Candidate Lee Zeldin

Photo Caption: Zeldin Accepts Suffolk County GOP Nomination

Suffolk County GOP Nominates Lee Zeldin for First C.D.

Zeldin Campaign Schedule for May 22

Media Advisory: Zeldin Campaign Schedule for May 22

Statement From Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin

Photo Caption from U.S. Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin

Photo Caption from U.S. Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin

Media Advisory: Zeldin To Hold Special Press Conference Call On Fixing Congress

Schneiderman Endorses Zeldin for Congress

Zeldin Urges GI Bill Reform

Photo Caption from U.S. Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin

Zeldin Reaffirms Commitment to Wounded Vets

Letter to the Editor from U.S. Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin

Letter to the Editor from U.S. Congressional Candidate Lee Zeldin

Zeldin Affirms ‘Independent Bulldog’ Spirit

Army Veteran Zeldin Commences Tour of Duty

Lee Zeldin’s Public Campaign Schedule for Tuesday, May 6th

Zeldin Wants Congress to Declare War On Gas Prices

Media Advisory

Media Advisory

Media Advisory: Zeldin Rally at New Campaign Headquarters

Media Advisory: Zeldin Rally at New Campaign Headquarters