New York State
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How New York almost didn’t legalize same-sex marriage
The threats. The fights. The sacrifices. The behind-the-scenes story of the landmark 2011 law.
New York State
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Whirlwind last week in Albany
Rounding up the week’s political news: progressive policy making, the passing of major climate bills, big endorsements for Queens District Attorney Tiffany Cabán and more.
New York State
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What Democrats got done in Albany by the end of session
Lawmakers have reached deals in recent days on some high-profile issues like sexual harassment reforms but it remains to be seen whether Democrats will be able to achieve all their legislative priorities before they adjourn for the year this week. Here’s a rundown of the state of play on the top issues.
New York City
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Independent group airing pro-Cabán TV ad this weekend
A group of Brooklyn progressives with ties to the Tiffany Cabán campaign are running a pro-Cabán television ad. Melinda Katz's campaign said it's illegal coordination.
Andrew Cuomo
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Who needs Andrew Cuomo?
In recent weeks, Democratic lawmakers showed Gov. Andrew Cuomo does not dominate Albany like he used to.
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What’s in a Times endorsement?
The New York Times editorial board endorsed Tiffany Cabán on Tuesday, but do the newspaper’s endorsements sway election outcomes? City & State had a look at the Times editorial board’s endorsements in the past three years.
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Who’s the frontrunner in the Queens district attorney race?
Queens has a competitive district attorney race for the first time in decades, but there has been no public polling. So City & State reached out to experts to see who is the frontrunner, what will be the biggest factor in the race, and how many years the victor might serve.
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Poll: Who will be the next Queens district attorney?
Who will be the next Queens district attorney?
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Why the state Legislature will never adjourn
The New York state Legislature is often called a “part-time” legislature, but experts say that designation is a product of tradition rather than law.
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Celebrities who’ve gotten involved in New York politics
Celebrities who’ve gotten involved in New York politics.
New York City
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What you need to know about each Queens DA candidate
What you need to know about each Queens DA candidate
New York State
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Revitalizing rent regs and ending vaccine exemptions
John Stewart spoke on behalf of 9/11 first responders, rent regulations were revitalized, an end has come to religious vaccine exemptions, the Uber cap has been extended — and more in this week's headlines.
New York City
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De Blasio and City Council reach agreement on $92.8 billion budget
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio and New York City Council Speaker Corey Johnson reached an informal deal on the city’s $92.8 billion operating budget Friday afternoon, two weeks ahead of the deadline. Here’s what it’s in and what’s out.
New York City
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NYC nears budget deal, devoid of big ticket items
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio and the New York City Council are nearing a deal on the fiscal year 2020 city budget. It is expected to be devoid of any new, big ticket initiatives, but Council Speaker Corey Johnson may have a trump card in asking for certain initiatives to be funded.
New York City
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Fact-checking the debates for Queens district attorney
City & State fact-checked some of the claims made by Queens DA candidates in the back-to-back debates that took place this week.
New York City
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The Charter Revision Commission approves 17 ballot initiatives
Although 2019 is an off-year election, New York City voters will still have a lot to consider before heading to the polls. At a meeting Wednesday evening, the New York City Charter Revision Commission voted to approve 17 proposals to amend the City Charter that will go on the ballot.
New York State
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How progressive has the state legislative session been?
City & State checked in with longtime Albany observers and insiders to offer their thoughts on how newly ascendant progressives have fared so far.
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As progressives pivot to the Assembly, a Benedetto challenger emerges
Jonathan Soto, the first No IDC NY-backed candidate for 2020, will focus on the incumbent’s Trump ties.
Campaigns & Elections
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What you need to know about 2019’s elections
The most important New York election races in 2019.
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