Campaigns & Elections
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The super PACs spending in this year’s legislative Democratic primaries
Charter school and real estate interests are spending big to influence key races involving the DSA and WFP
Albany Agenda
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The biggest proxy fights in Tuesday's Democratic primaries
Politicians who aren’t on the ballot are getting in on the action, picking sides in key congressional and state legislative races.
Politics
Politics
Student activists said they want divestment from Israel. What does that mean?
University investments are getting renewed scrutiny, but they are unlikely to change.
Politics
Politics
After rebuff from retirees, UFT’s Mulgrew bails on Medicare Advantage
The United Federation of Teachers is no longer supporting the city's controversial attempt to move retirees onto privately-managed Medicare Advantage health plans.
Campaigns & Elections
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Report: NYC has dismal voter registration rates for 18-year-olds
When young people don’t have drivers licenses, they miss a key entry point to participate in elections, according to a nonprofit voter advocacy group.
News & Politics
Politics
Bowman and Latimer argue over Israel and racial segregation in final debate
The candidates also discussed immigration policy, reparations and a potential mask ban in the subway.
News & Politics
Politics
Jay Jacobs donates to Assembly Member Taylor Darling’s primary opponent
The head of the state Democratic Party donated $5,000 to Nassau County Legislator Siela Bynoe, who is running against Darling in a race to replace state Sen. Kevin Thomas.
News & Politics
Politics
Poll: Voters dislike both congestion pricing and Hochul
The governor’s favorability rating continues to fall, even though many New Yorkers support her decision to pause congestion pricing.
Transportation
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Amid a loud chorus of criticism, Hochul’s congestion pricing reversal supporters speak up
A stream of rallies and op-eds from elected officials have attempted to buttress the governor’s surprise move.
Long Island
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First-time state Senate candidate raises over half a million dollars
Kim Keiserman has raised over $579,000 – mostly from the state’s matching funds program.
2024 New York congressional battleground
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In NY-24, an ugly rematch between Claudia Tenney and Mario Fratto
The incumbent rep is trying to fend off a further right businessman who has financed his own campaign.
Interviews & Profiles
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Jamaal Bowman has given up on changing minds. Turnout is his only hope.
The Democratic primary between Bowman and George Latimer could come down to voter turnout in a handful of Westchester County cities.
Heard Around Town
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Adams’ claim to keep ‘list in my office’ of critics unfounded
A City & State intern’s request, under the Freedom of Information Law, for the names on Adams’ supposed list turned up empty.
Campaigns & Elections
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Six candidates are running to replace Assembly Member Pat Fahy
The Democratic primary for Assembly District 109 features four Albany Common Council members and two county legislators.
News & Politics
Politics
Brooklyn Museum director not the only prominent New Yorker targeted with vandalism
Several elected officials have seen their offices vandalized with red paint over the Israel-Hamas war.
News & Politics
Politics
Latimer criticizes Bowman for missing procedural House vote
Bowman was one of six Democrats who were not present for a rules vote related to the National Defense Authorization Act.
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In debate, Latimer charges Bowman favors only Black and brown constituents
The representative fired back that the Westchester County executive having a “few Black friends” doesn’t make him “anti-racist.”
Transportation
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Lander says he’s ready to take legal action to save congestion pricing
At a rally with transportation advocates, the comptroller said he was confident impacted groups, such as New Yorkers with disabilities, have legal standing to sue.
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Sarahana Shrestha and Gabi Madden spar over local issues in debate
The socialist Assembly member defended her record in office and argued she has brought money back to the district.
Heard Around Town
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