Larry Sharpe
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Gov Shack No. 72: Fixing the Long Island Railroad (LIRR) Strike? LIVE Talk & Fundraiser!
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May 19, 2026
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1:38:14Now PlayingLIVE on The Gov Shack — Tonight we’re breaking down the recent Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) strike and what it means for commuters, unions, infrastructure, and the future of New York. How did the strike happen? Could it have been avoided? And what does this reveal about the deeper problems facing public transit in New York State?
We’ll examine the response from Kathy Hochul, the reaction from Republican gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman, and the broader political battle over transportation, labor, and infrastructure policy. Are New Yorkers getting the reliable transit system they’re paying for? Or are rising costs, labor disputes, and government inefficiency making things worse?
We’ll also discuss the role of public sector unions, commuter frustrations, MTA management, infrastructure investment, and long-term transit reform. What are the short-term fixes to stop future strikes and disruptions? And what long-term changes could finally modernize New York’s transportation system while balancing worker concerns and taxpayer costs?
Most importantly, how could issues like the LIRR strike affect the 2026 and 2028 elections in New York?
I’ll review videos, share my solutions, and take your LIVE questions and comments.
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