New York State
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For New York, a sense of epidemiological déjà vu
Once again, the Empire State is trying to avoid a pandemic shutdown.
New York State
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NY Dem party chair: progressives doomed swing-district candidates
Jay Jacobs says the political left gave the GOP an opening in key races, but progressives argue evidence is absent.
New York City
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DiNapoli to NYC: Don’t borrow to cover day-to-day costs
Without loans or money from the feds, de Blasio says the city will face steep cuts.
Politics
Is anybody else running for New York City mayor?
Max Rose, Christine Quinn and John Liu could be late entrants to the 2021 race.
New York City
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Stringer leads informal poll of political insiders
Just 2% of respondents think de Blasio is an above average mayor.
Donald Trump
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New York reacts to Biden’s victory
After a long few days of ballot counting former Vice President Joe Biden was projected the winner of the 2020 presidential election Saturday morning. Here’s how some of New York’s lawmakers and other political leaders reacted.
New York City
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An uncertain election night as coronavirus cases climb across the state
Rounding up the week’s political news.
NYPD
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How New York City settles lawsuits with protesters who sue cops over aggressive tactics
The city has a history of settling lawsuits filed by protesters alleging unjust treatment at the hands of the NYPD, but for some a settlement isn’t enough.
Campaigns & Elections
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New York’s voter registration and turnout continue to lag
The state continues its middling performance in voter turnout. Experts blame barriers to voting.
Campaigns & Elections
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Rep. Max Rose’s unusual election night speech
The Congress member from Staten Island defends his support for Black Lives Matter.
Campaigns & Elections
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Only two minor parties in New York will keep their ballot access
The four parties that failed to meet the state’s new requirements aren’t giving up without a fight.
New York State
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New York GOP is back from the dead
Early results show Republicans outperforming in congressional and state legislative races.
New York City
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Lou Puliafito falls short of upsetting Rebecca Seawright
A Republican Manhattan doorman’s Cinderella story ends
Campaigns & Elections
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New York’s 2020 congressional election results
It was a bad night for Democrats in competitive races.
New York State
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2020 New York state legislative general election results
Will the Democrats secure a supermajority in the state Senate?
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