Hawkins consistent history of organizing, demonstrating and being a voice for the voiceless brings a sense of civility and credibility to his campaign under the Green banner. 

- Matt Mulcahey, CNY Central, Matt's Memo, Oct. 23, 2014

Howie Hawkins is probably the most serious and knowledgable candidate the area has seen in current memory.

- Walt Shepherd, Syracuse New Times, June 11, 2009

The Post-Standard endorses Howie Hawkins, the Green Party candidate, for one of the seats....His many ideas - including establishing a community hiring hall, creating a municipal bank and developing a green tech training center - could spark more progressive, out-of-the-box thinking in City Hall.

- Post-Standard Editorial endorsing Howie Hawkins for Councilor At-Large in 2007 / October 30, 2007

The Green Party's agenda seems to hold more water every time Howie Hawkins gets a platform.

- Post-Standard Editorial on 2005 Mayoral Campaign / September 29, 2005

Howie Hawkins is the most unwavering progressive I think I've met in New York state.

- Ralph Nader in Syracuse Post-Standard / October 8, 2004

Hawkins is far and away the best candidate in this three-way race. As is his custom, Hawkins has shaped his campaign around a promise to provide a voice for the voiceless. He is a tireless activist for empowering the traditionally disenfranchised. He promises to be a councilor who "represents the community instead of the power structure."

- Post-Standard Editorial endorsing Howie Hawkins for 4th District Councilor in 2001 / October 20, 2001