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PUBLIC TESTIMONY

Testimony by Marina Pino, Attorney at Brennan Center for Justice

2:47:18

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3 min

Marina Pino from the Brennan Center for Justice testifies in support of Resolution 189-A, which calls for moving NYC elections to even years to increase voter turnout and reduce costs. She also commends efforts to strengthen the city's small donor matching funds program and supports recent amendments to prevent abuse.

  • Emphasizes that aligning city elections with state and federal elections can significantly increase turnout, especially among young voters and voters of color.
  • Highlights potential cost savings of $42 million every other year by moving to even-year elections.
  • Addresses recent allegations of abuse in the small donor matching funds program and supports efforts to refine safeguards while maintaining due process protections.