New York State
Politics
Who’s trending in New York’s top congressional races?
In the 19th and 22nd districts, incumbent Republicans are facing strong challenges from Democrats hoping to help flip the House.
New York City
Politics
Why Michael Bloomberg keeps helping Republicans
Bloomberg is a Democrat again, but he’s still supporting GOP lawmakers in vulnerable districts.
Personality
Who's up and who's down this week?
Thinking about running for statewide office ever? Commit this to memory: garbage plates are a Rochester delicacy made of home fries, beef, macaroni salad, baked beans, onions and sauces. Basically, it’s garbage, but it means a lot to Rochesterians, who were appalled at attorney general candidate Tish James’ unfamiliarity with the dish at this week’s one-and-only AG debate. Now don’t forget it, and be sure to thank us when you ace the lightning round in the 2042 debate for space governor.
Andrew Cuomo
Politics
The largest donors to New York candidates
A bunch of white businessman, they almost all gave generously to Gov. Cuomo.
New York City
Politics
Will Democratic volunteers help swing the state Senate?
Progressive locals and NYC residents are canvassing hard on Long Island.
New York City
Politics
How one mega-donor can affect the midterms
Billionaire Ronald Lauder is behind National Horizon ads targeting Democratic candidates online.
New York State
Politics
The lag in Latino political representation
Recent years have seen only slight in improvement in the number of Latino elected officials.
New York City
Policy
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.
Andrew Cuomo
Politics
Updated: A guide to Cuomo’s 2018 challengers
Gov. Andrew Cuomo still faces a handful of opponents in his 2018 reelection bid.
New York City
Policy
NYC failed to enforce water tank law, council health chair finds
After neglect in New York City water tank inspection was exposed, seven reform bills weighed.
New York City
Opinion
New campaign finance reform would return power to the people
Ballot Question 1 from Mayor Bill de Blasio’s Charter Revision Commission would lower donation limits and increase public matching funds.
New York State
Politics
Max Rose’s 'Staten Island first' strategy
Democrat Max Rose has distanced himself from his party and focused on local issues.
New York State
Policy
Breaking down the barriers of male-dominated boards
A new California law aimed at increasing diversity could be a model for New York.
New York City
Politics
Who will win New York’s most competitive House contests?
Democrats could win back the lower house of Congress. Weigh in on the local races that could make the difference.
Politics
Previewing New York's most competitive congressional races
New York congressional districts that are currently in play, according to rankings by the Cook Political Report, Sabato’s Crystal Ball or Inside Elections with Nathan Gonzalez/Roll Call.
New York State
Policy
Out on parole, and turning out to vote
The governor granted thousands of parolees the right to vote. The GOP went on the attack. So what do parolees have to say?
New York City
Policy