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Campaigns & Elections

All the times Michael Bloomberg has considered running for president

The former New York City mayor has been deliberating for more than a decade.

By JORDAN LAIRD, AMANDA LUZ HENNING SANTIAGO

News & Politics

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New York City

Who’s to blame for Thursday’s snow-fueled gridlock?

Agencies are quick to deflect blame following severe commuter delays.

By JORDAN LAIRD

News & Politics

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Interviews & Profiles

State Sen.-elect Kevin Thomas on his unexpected victory

Upset winner says Hannon lost touch with constituents, especially minorities.

By JORDAN LAIRD

Personality

personality

Campaigns & Elections

How our readers’ predictions match up with election results

Readers predicted some outcomes better than City & State did.

By JORDAN LAIRD

News & Politics

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Campaigns & Elections

How our readers’ predictions match up with voter polls

Readers are predicting large margins of Democratic victories where voter polls indicate a tight race.

By JORDAN LAIRD

News & Politics

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Campaigns & Elections

The largest donors to New York candidates

A bunch of white businessman, they almost all gave generously to Gov. Cuomo.

By JORDAN LAIRD

News & Politics

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How far New York still has to go on MWBEs

City and state officials weigh in on efforts to award contracts to firms owned by women or minorities.

By JORDAN LAIRD, CHRISTINA SAINT LOUIS

Policy

policy

Breaking down the barriers of male-dominated boards

A new California law aimed at increasing diversity could be a model for New York.

By JORDAN LAIRD

Policy

policy

Personality

State candidates that made history

A rundown of the New York firsts from the 2018 general election.

By JORDAN LAIRD

Personality

personality

Brooklyn lawmaker to introduce bill in response to ‘Cornerstore Caroline’

Assemblywoman Rodneyse Bichotte’s bill would protect minors from false accusations.

By JORDAN LAIRD

Policy

policy

Jordan Laird