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State lawmakers to review Cuomo impeachment report in Albany today
Investigators interviewed 165 witnesses in the probe.
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Cuomo’s lawyer asks James to recuse herself from probes
The ex-governor’s attorney Rita Glavin said the state Attorney General ‘forced’ Cuomo’s resignation.
Campaign Confidential
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Gale Brewer is late to the City Council speaker race. Is she worth the wait?
The outgoing Manhattan borough president is hoping a wealth of experience will appeal to the new council.
Campaigns & Elections
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Making an entrance: Comparing campaign launch videos for governor
Democratic candidates are competing on a cinematic level to make a splash in the 2022 race.
Campaigns & Elections
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Analysis: Jumaane Williams shifts dynamics in governor’s race
Williams is courting voters on Hochul’s turf and threatening James’ turnout in all-important Brooklyn.
News & Politics
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March toward good cause eviction continues in Poughkeepsie
As statewide tenant organizers announce their legislative agenda, another upstate city approved new tenant protections.
New York State
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New York Senate report outlines election dysfunction – and possible ways to fix it
After a string of embarrassments, legislators are eager to restore trust in state elections.
New York State
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Cuomo transcripts, impeachment report and Blood Center resolution
Rounding up the week’s political news.
New York State
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Buffalo Mayor Byron Brown faces backlash after winning write-in campaign
Progressives say the movement to oust Brown from the Democratic National Committee serves as a warning to the establishment.
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Hochul adds more Latinos to her administration
The governor is diversifying her Cabinet and appealing to key constituencies in her bid for a full term.
New York State
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How chapter amendments are helping Gov. Kathy Hochul keep legislators happy
Requesting changes to legislation helps any governor avoid vetoes that might antagonize the state Legislature.
Andrew Cuomo
Breaking News
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AG James releases hundreds of pages of transcripts, evidence in Cuomo sexual harassment probe
The documents were published Wednesday on James’ website and include the former governor's interview with investigators.
Campaign Confidential
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Can another Adams lead New York City?
Adrienne Adams is making her case for City Council speaker, but she’s got some catching up to do.
Andrew Cuomo
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Albany sheriff is accused of mishandling Cuomo probe
Former Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s lawyer called for an independent investigation into allegations that County Sheriff Craig Apple leaked grand jury information.
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Politics
Who had a better Somos: Letitia James or Gov. Kathy Hochul?
Both 2022 candidates for New York governor made appearances, but state Attorney General Letitia James consistently got there earlier and stayed later, building momentum for her bid.
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The 2021 speaker race comes to Somos, with a 2023 focus
As candidates woo their colleagues, reelection in also on their minds
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The developing storylines at Somos
A few narratives are emerging from the Democratic conclave in Puerto Rico.
New York City
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It was a good year for electing women to the New York City Council – including Republican women
The New York City Council’s new female majority looks like it’ll include three Republican women, two of whom flipped Democratic seats.
New York State
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