Interviews & Profiles
In a Q&A, Kapil Longani, counsel to New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio, talked about the city’s pandemic response, his background and defending pandemic executive orders.
The leading candidate in District 11 talks political dynasties, upzoning and a cappella.
How the first woman, and first African American, to serve as Assembly majority leader fought for equitable marijuana legalization.
Gary LaBarbera wants a prevailing wage on green projects, legislation against wage theft and “due process” for Gov. Andrew Cuomo.
An interview with the new member of the New York City Council from Queens.
Minority Leader William Barclay on impeachment, budget negotiations and Cuomo’s crises.
The Real Estate Board of New York president discussed rent relief, the stimulus plan and what kind of mayor NYC needs.
The star of Trump’s second impeachment trial talks about her Brooklyn roots and work in the Bronx district attorney’s office.
The state Senate education chair says new federal money should supplement, not replace, state funding.
A Q&A with the new City Council member who is starting his 13th year in the chamber.