Rebecca C. Lewis

Saturday kicks off the start of the nine-day early voting period across New York, which lasts through Nov. 1.
This Week’s Headlines
COVID-19 lockdowns start to ease and the WFP enters high gear
Rounding up the week’s political news
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News & Politics
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Voters are generally asked to leave attire supporting a candidate on the ballot at home before they vote.
Campaigns & Elections
What not to wear while voting
Candidate merchandise is a no-go, but other political apparel is allowed.
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News & Politics
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City & State analyzes this year's competitive state Senate races.
Campaigns & Elections
Previewing the 2020 state Senate elections
Will Democrats maintain and grow their majority?
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News & Politics
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Differences on criminal justice reforms emerge among the candidates for Manhattan district attorney.
Criminal Justice
Manhattan DA candidates differ on gang conspiracy cases
Famous for taking down crime lords, conspiracy charges are now more often levied against young Black men.
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Policy
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Heshy Tischler
This Week’s Headlines
COVID-19 hot spots cool down as NYC mayoral hopefuls square off
Rounding up the week’s political news.
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The New York State Senate Chamber in Albany.
Campaigns & Elections
Which super PACs are spending on state Senate races?
Companies, unions and charter school advocates are hoping to influence key races across the state.
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News & Politics
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SoHo neighborhood in Manhattan.
Housing
SoHo rezoning not a safe bet with Manhattan BP candidates
While most expressed at least theoretical support, missing details prevent them from fully committing.
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Policy
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Members of the Orthodox community protesting Governor Cuomo's new coronavirus regulations.
This Week’s Headlines
New coronavirus crackdowns and protests in response
Rounding up the week’s political news.
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News & Politics
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NYPD officers talk to members of the Orthodox community in Borough Park on October 7th.
Criminal Justice
NYPD allows Borough Park protesters to break law with impunity
Heavy-handed tactics against Black Lives Matter protests were absent Tuesday night.
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Policy
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Rochester Mayor Lovely Warren walking out of court.
New York State
Rochester Mayor Lovely Warren’s indictment reflects history of Democratic infighting
The intra-party Democratic dysfunction in Monroe County gives Albany a run for its money.
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News & Politics
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Rebecca C. Lewis
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