Campaigns & Elections
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Politics
Who might be eyeing George Santos’ congressional seat?
Whether an election comes in 2024 or sooner, all eyes are on the 3rd Congressional District, amid Santos’ many scandals. So we looked at some of the prominent possible contenders.
Policy
Policy
Lawmakers welcome Hochul’s $1 billion to address mental health
Hochul released some details of her plan ahead of her State of the State address Tuesday.
Politics
Politics
Nassau Republicans call on George Santos to resign
“He is a stain on the House of Representatives,” said County Executive Bruce Blakeman.
Politics
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Policy
Takeaways from Hochul’s State of the State
The governor acknowledged New Yorkers’ struggles with mental health and announced the New York Housing Compact.
Opinion
Opinion
Opinion: Public banks can help New York meet its ambitious climate goals
Such institutions are created by governments and charted to serve the public interest, rather than propping up harmful industries.
Politics
Politics
Hochul projects amity – even as chief judge fight clouds start of session
The governor’s State of the State address in a packed Assembly chamber emphasized unity and collaboration – while protesters demonstrated behind security barriers.
Nonprofits
NYN Media
Opinion: Public banks can help New York meet its ambitious climate goals
Such institutions are created by governments and charted to serve the public interest, rather than propping up harmful industries.
Policy
Policy
Kathy Hochul’s State of the State is out. What’s in it for NYC?
Gov. Kathy Hochul said she wants to replace an affordable housing tax incentive and revisit one of Mayor Eric Adams’ top priorities: bail reform.
Editor's Note
Opinion
Editor’s Note: It’s time for Washington to pay the bill on New York City’s migrant crisis
Mayor Eric Adams is right to call for federal aid.
Politics
Politics
How partisan politics have changed the atmosphere of the New York City Council
Council members, once known for their reputation for getting along, have shown more partisanship and rancor over the past year.
Heard Around Town
Politics
TWU’s Samuelsen breaks with labor to give lukewarm support to LaSalle
Supporters of the chief judge nominee will take whatever they can get at this point.
Nonprofits
NYN Media
Opinion: NYC’s nightmarish plan to prohibit physical mail in jails should be abandoned
A move to digitize this correspondence has proved in the past to dramatically undermine the expressive and privacy rights of both incarcerated and unincarcerated people.
Political Personalities with Skye
Personality
Looking for love and politics? Try City & Date
Here’s how eligible singles can be considered for inclusion in this feature, just in time for Valentine’s Day.
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
‘I had to hear it at least seven times.’ It’s recruitment season for NYC Council
And current City Council members are reminiscing about deciding to run.
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
Races to watch in 2023 for the New York City Council
A way-too-early preview of some of the hottest primaries.
Heard Around Town
Politics
NYC politicians back nurses on first day of strike
Over 7,000 nurses walked off the job at Mount Sinai and Montefiore Monday
Politics
Politics
Labor leaders from 3 unions rally against LaSalle at the Capitol
Some unions have come out against the nominee due to a 2015 decision they consider to be anti-labor.
Power Lists
Power Lists
The 2023 Political PR Power 50
The top communications gurus and masters of spin in New York politics.
Nonprofits
NYN Media
Opinion: Further reforms needed to keep discrimination out of Long Island housing
Nonprofit watchdog Housing Rights Initiative found that despite multiple efforts to protect the use of Section 8 vouchers, barriers for prospective tenants persist.
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