Representative Nick LaLota is in a tough spot: trying to present himself as a moderate while not appearing so cozy with Democrats that he risks alienating his conservative District 1 base.

Fred W. Thiele Jr., who has represented the East End in the State Assembly for nearly 30 years, leaves enormous shoes to fill. He has endorsed Tommy John Schiavoni to replace him, calling him the candidate with "the temperament, maturity, and leadership skills needed to get things done."

State Senator Anthony Palumbo can be found on the Republican and Conservative ballot lines. We believe that he is the better choice for our end of Long Island.

I have a problem with genius jerks who have a great idea in a garage somewhere and then see themselves as gods.