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Draft house maps released by special master
The map seems to spell bad news for New York Democrats, who could have more competitive general elections than ever.
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Hochul calls for stricter gun laws, social media monitoring in wake of deadly Buffalo mass shooting
The apparently racially-motivated attack left at least 10 dead after the shooter posted a manifesto detailing his plan to target Black New Yorkers
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Abortion funds proposed and primaries come into focus
Rounding up the week’s political news.
New York State
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A timeline on New York’s chaotic redistricting process
Keep track of the various legal battles and ever-changing election schedule.
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Eric Adams for president?
New York City mayors have a long history of running for – and failing to win – the White House.
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So when are this summer’s primary elections in New York?
Candidates got much needed clarity Wednesday on how and when they’ll appear on the ballot.
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Judge upholds Assembly lines in redistricting challenge, June primary to proceed
Steuben County Judge Patrick McAllister ruled on Wednesday that there was not enough time to redraw the Assembly lines ahead of the scheduled primary election date.
Heard Around Town
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One45 Developer adds more affordable housing, ahead of Council vote
The Harlem project looks to negotiate with the council, despite opposition from the local member.
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Ruben Diaz Jr. is getting in the lobbying game
The former Bronx BP has been hired by Actum, but also has his own firm with clients.
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Adams returning $800,000 to donors after canceling inauguration event
Big time donors like Steve Cohen, Dan Loeb, are getting their money back from the mayor.
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Which Democrats are running for lieutenant governor?
A multi-candidate field is taking shape ahead of the June primary election.
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New York’s once-booming oil industry and the risky wells it left behind
Western New York towns were built around oil production. Now, they’re grappling with the remnants of a declining industry.
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Political insiders unimpressed with both Hochul and Adams: Poll
Respondents to a City & State/Honan Strategy Group Poll also think Hochul will win reelection – but it’ll be close.
New York State
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Hochul campaign centers abortion issue
The state’s first female governor has promised to be a protector of abortion rights as Roe v. Wade is on track to be overturned.
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Rep. Nydia Velázquez endorses Archila for LG, over her House colleague Delgado
Ana María Archila gets support from a key Hispanic leader, in an all-Latino primary
Heard Around Town
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One more former City Council member joins the Adams administration
Darma Diaz joins the Department of Homeless Services as an associate commissioner.
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What does New York’s lieutenant governor actually do?
Antonio Delgado gave up a seat in Congress to take on a role that has very little institutional power.
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