Andrew Cuomo
Politics
Cuomo said “blame me,” but he hasn’t always taken responsibility
The governor sometimes points the finger elsewhere when things go wrong.
New York State
Politics
How would line-of-duty benefits work for COVID-19?
De Blasio has thrown his support behind death benefits for NYC workers, but the measure would first have to pass in Albany.
New York City
Politics
Scott Stringer wants to save NYC’s summer
The New York City comptroller offers ideas for how to safely open city beaches.
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
Coronavirus limits Seawright’s options after losing ballot spot
The state’s highest court stripped the assemblywoman of the Democratic line.
New York City
Politics
The shifting metrics for reopening and New York’s beach boondoggle
Rounding up the week’s political news.
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
The carpetbaggers in the 2020 primaries
A handful of New York candidates moved into their districts only recently.
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
House candidates who reside outside the district
Congressional candidates only have to live in the same state.
Campaigns & Elections
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Does the South Bronx representative have to be from the block?
Several candidates in the crowded field to replace Rep. José E. Serrano don’t live in the district. Does it matter?
New York State
Politics
Independent pharmacies need COVID-19 testing support
Unlike CVS and Walgreens, the state’s smaller pharmacies may struggle to begin administering coronavirus tests.
New York State
Politics
Where are the ex-IDC members now?
Most of the controversial state senators lost reelection bids in 2018.
New York City
Politics
What to know about New York City’s reopening
The city has met four of the state’s reopening metrics and could be ready to reopen in June.
New York State
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State Senate reconvenes next week, sources say
At least one chamber in the state Legislature is looking to get back to the lawmaking.
New York State
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Is it safe for Buffalo and Albany to reopen?
Gov. Andrew Cuomo tweaked the state’s reopening guidelines for the Capital Region and Western New York.
New York State
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New York political leaders who downplayed the coronavirus threat
Early on, these key government officials gave advice that was way too optimistic.
New York State
Politics
Could a former IDC’er go to D.C. as a Democrat?
State Sen. David Carlucci has thrived, despite having been aligned with the GOP. Now he may replace Rep. Nita Lowey.
New York City
Politics
Many lawmakers become lobbyists. Who’s gone from lobbying to lawmaking?
Here are the New York elected officials who once worked in government relations.
Politics
Who exactly is a lobbyist?
According to New York regulations, they’re not just cutting backroom deals.
New York City
Politics
When will tourists return to New York?
NYC without selfie sticks is every New Yorker’s fantasy. It came true – and it hurts.
New York City
Politics