“As the governor reviews and considers the Task Force’s recommendations, I am cautiously optimistic that this will mark a turning point in the fight to ensure appropriate educational standards and restore the trust of New York's parents and educators...

As another state begins to pull away from the Common Core Standards, Assemblyman Ed Ra (R-Franklin Square) is calling on Gov. Cuomo to follow suit. Over the weekend, according to the New York Times, the state of Massachusetts’ commissioner of education...

Following the unveiling of preliminary recommendations for the Common Core Curriculum, Assemblyman Ed Ra (R-Franklin Square) has expressed frustration with the unenthusiastic response from the governor’s office. The recommendations from Education...

On Monday, October 26, Assemblyman Ed Ra (R-Franklin Square) joined members of Troop 93 and their families at the Eagle Scout Court of Honor. This ceremony honored Franklin Square’s newest Eagle Scout recipient, Noah Tomicich. “To become an Eagle...

Today, Assemblyman Ed Ra (R-Franklin Square) is criticizing the governor for, once again, wrongfully vetoing legislation that would ensure great financial benefit to many veterans across New York State. Ra has been a long-time co-sponsor of the legislation...

Assemblyman Ed Ra (R-Franklin Square) invites members of the community to join him for a four-week Active Living Program Series. The event, presented by Winthrop University Hospital, will be held on four consecutive Wednesdays beginning October 7 from...

“Following the recent news of Arne Duncan’s resignation, I was disappointed with the decision to appoint former New York State Education Commissioner John King as acting U.S. Secretary of Education. “Throughout Duncan’s tenure, we saw an...

Assemblyman Ed Ra stands with 2015 Honoree Nina McCann of Williston Park. On Saturday, September 26, Assemblyman Ed Ra (R-Franklin Square) hosted his 2015 Women of Distinction Ceremony. The event, which took place at the Albertson VFW Post 5253, honored...

"At the recent unveiling of his Common Core Task Force, Gov. Cuomo stated that he has heard the message from across the state, and is ready to take action to fix our schools. While it is necessary to evaluate the undeniably flawed Common Core system,...

Assemblyman Ed Ra (R-Franklin Square) invites members of the community to join him for a Meet and Greet to discuss state issues such as the state budget, protection for senior citizens, education and other topics of interest. The event will be held on...

Assemblyman Ed Ra (R-Franklin Square) today reiterated his support for a comprehensive review of the implementation of the Common Core Standards in light of Gov. Cuomo’s recent comments on the issue. Ra stressed that while he is glad the governor is...

Assemblyman Ed Ra (R-Franklin Square) will host his free barbecue dinner to honor local veterans. The annual event will be held from 3 to 5 p.m. on Thursday, August 13 at VFW Post 2718 in Franklin Square. “Every year, I look forward to this very...

Assemblymen Ed Ra (R-Franklin Square) and Michael Montesano (R,C,I-Glen Head) will sponsor their annual community blood drive with the Gold Coast Public Library and Long Island Blood Services. The event will take place Monday, July 20 from 1:30 to 7:30...

“As we finally end the 2015 session, we can look back knowing that some progress has finally been made for New York’s education system. The final, major bill established a review committee that would evaluate standardized tests and assessments to...

“Earlier this week, members of the New York State Board of Regents met to discuss changes to the newly-created teacher evaluation system. The process, which has been surrounded by controversy since its introduction, has been slightly altered to allow...

“With less than 10 days to go in this year’s Legislative Session, we must take action to ease the concerns surrounding New York’s education system. Recently, seven members of the Board of Regents signed on to a letter highlighting the need to take...

Yesterday, Assemblyman Ed Ra (R-Franklin Square) celebrated the 5th annual New York State Animal Advocacy Day. The event brought together legislators, their pets, animal advocacy groups and law enforcement officials to discuss ways that we can better...

In the remaining few weeks of this year’s Legislative Session, Assemblyman Ed Ra (R-Franklin Square) is urging passage of legislation that would greatly benefit many veterans in his community. Ra is a co-sponsor on the legislation, known as the...

Assemblyman Ed Ra (R-Franklin Square) and Assemblyman Gary D. Finch (R,C,I-Springport), Co-Chairmen of the Assembly Minority Task Force on School Safety, will join education, mental health and law enforcement experts, as well as other community stakeholders,...

“While I am hopeful that the New York State Education Department’s commissioner-elect, MaryEllen Elia, will bring a fresh perspective to the table, I am equally discouraged by the business-as-usual approach to selecting her for the position. This...