Left on Long Island

06/04/2026

Josh Taveras is a Gen Z Long Islander, running to be your next NYS Senator in District 8. We were joined by him as our Guest Speaker last night, where he told us about his background, reasons for running, and really wonderful ideas for making this community work for its people.

As a political youth organization, it was empowering to hear from a candidate that knows firsthand what it’s like to graduate in this economy and grow up during the Trump Administration - which has been, as Josh said, characterized by fear. Fear for your neighbors and fear for your own future.

Please watch the full video from the Guest Speaker Event on our YouTube channel, link in bio. Josh really proved he is for the people, particularly the future of Long Island (the next generations!).

To get involved in his campaign, you can visit his website www.joshtaveras.com, and contact his team, sign-up to volunteer, or even apply to be an intern. Please contact us if you have any questions.

Thank you, Josh, for joining us and for making the sacrifice to run and giving SD-08 residents a choice this November.

06/04/2026

Nearly four years before his election to Herricks' school board at 18 years old, Athul Santhosh was a high school sophomore tasked with delivering a speech to the panel.

Santhosh was Herricks High School's representative to the board. The group wanted to hear more about the student perspective.

That experience proved instructive for Santhosh, who defeated two other candidates last month to win a three-year seat on the board. Santhosh, who graduated from the high school last year and just wrapped his freshman year at the City University of New York, said he hopes to foreground students' perspectives in his new role.

Read the full story here: https://nwsdy.li/4uIvr40. (Photo credit: Alejandra Villa Loarca)

06/01/2026

Less than two weeks left to register and qualify to vote in the NYS Democratic Primary! Left on LI does not endorse in Democratic primaries, however, we hope you will do your civic duty and contribute to the Democratic Party by using your voice this June 23rd!

Tell your friends and family to register by June 13th at https://www.ny.gov/services/register-vote to have a voice for this primary election. 🗳️

05/30/2026

Thinking about running for office, working on a campaign, or getting more involved in your community?

Our Campaign Academy is designed to give women the knowledge, skills, and network to run for office, work on campaigns, and lead in their communities. From fundraising and messaging to field strategy and campaign planning, you’ll leave with practical tools you can put into action right away.

Join us this Sunday in Long Island where you’ll learn from women in the field, connect with other women leaders, and gain the tools and confidence to take the next step in your political journey. Come for the training. Leave with the tools, connections, and a fresh new headshot.

📸 Every attendee will receive a FREE professional headshot by renowned political photographer .

🗓️ Sunday, May 31
⏰ 9:30 AM–4:30 PM
📍 Long Island, NY

RSVP via the link in our bio.

05/24/2026

Join Left on Long Island on Wednesday, June 3rd at 6:00 PM for our General Meeting, with Guest Speaker Josh Taveras ()! We are so proud to have yet another amazing, Gen Z candidate coming to speak with us.

https://form.typeform.com/to/EsTaQOOv

Additionally, two Officer positions are open and will be voted on ay the beginning of the meeting.

Thank you for accommodating to our rescheduling, we hope to see you at the next meeting!

05/24/2026

Join Left on Long Island on Wednesday, June 6th at 6:00 PM for our General Meeting, with Guest Speaker Josh Taveras ()! We are so proud to have yet another amazing, Gen Z candidate coming to speak with us.

https://form.typeform.com/to/EsTaQOOv

Additionally, two Officer positions are open and will be voted on at the May General Meeting.

Thank you for accommodating to our rescheduling, we hope to see you at the next meeting!

05/12/2026

05/10/2026

A great clip from our last general meeting with Pat Halpin! Join us for the May General Meeting tonight at 6:00 PM on Zoom. We will hear from guest speaker Josh Taveras, who is running for NYS Senate District 3. Link in bio to RSVP!

05/03/2026

Left on Long Island’s Spring 2026 Fundraiser was a success!

Thank you to everyone who attended the event in Cutchogue last night! It was wonderful to see so many supportive members of this community coming together to rally around our organization. With our fundraising launch and last night’s event, the Left on Long Island Team is proud to announce that we have raised over $3,000 in grassroots contributions! These donations will allow us to create more opportunities for young Long Islanders to connect around common political interests. We are incredibly grateful for the generosity of last night’s attendees, sponsors, and donors.

For our sponsors, thank you to Gema’s Childcare, Civic Response, Southold Town Democratic Committee, and RunKits.io! Thank you to our individual sponsors who donated and offered students discounted tickets.

We are just beginning this summer and cannot wait to see what direction Left on Long Island takes. Stay tuned!

04/28/2026

UPDATE: GENERAL TICKETS NOW START 50% OFF AT $75!

Join us this Friday in Cutchogue, NY for our Spring 2026 Fundraiser. RSVP ASAP on GiveButter!

https://givebutter.com/spring26-left-on-long-island-fundraiser

Ticket pricing accommodations may be available, please contact us regarding requests. Please consider donating and sponsoring a Student Ticket if you cannot come but would like to contribute. Contact [email protected].

Businesses interested in a sponsorship must apply by Wednesday, April 29th and donate a minimum of $50.

https://forms.gle/sDhEEd9QkMtbCTDg8