Gun Control
Politics
Carl Paladino attacks gun ban on private property in lawsuit against New York’s concealed carry law
Paladino, a Republican candidate for Congress, filed a federal lawsuit against the newly enacted law on Monday.
New York State
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New York’s top judge to step down
Janet DiFiore, a Cuomo appointee, said she would resign at the end of August.
Heard Around Town
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Rep. Sean Patrick Maloney raises $850,000 in three months in race for NY-17
Progressive challenger state Sen. Alessandra Biaggi will be at a huge financial disadvantage but has proven before she can beat a moneyed incumbent.
Eric Adams
Politics
Who can actually get a gun in New York City?
The New York City Police Department will be forced to change their strict gun permitting standards to adhere to the U.S. Supreme Court’s determination that the state’s rules for concealed carry licenses are unconstitutional.
Politics
Politics
Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn’s time as Brooklyn Democratic leader may be nearing its end
Facing a legacy of division, the history-making Assembly member hasn’t said whether she will seek another term in September.
News & Politics
Politics
New York’s true two-person race for governor
The WFP has replaced Jumaane Williams with Gov. Kathy Hochul on the ballot, removing the last true third party candidate from the November election
Heard Around Town
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Pat Ryan runs an abortion ad, hoping to make reproductive rights a focus in the NY-19 special election
Marc Molinaro, a Republican, faced this before in his 2018 gubernatorial run against Andrew Cuomo.
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
Jerry Nadler endorsed by 1199SEIU in competitive race against Carolyn Maloney
The backing of the powerful healthcare workers’ union further solidifies Nadler as the progressive pick in the race.
Campaigns & Elections
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In race for governor, Zeldin walks a fine line between Trump and moderates
After playing heavily to his Trump GOP base in the primary, Rep. Lee Zeldin now must balance that base with anti-Trump moderates if he wants to win.
New York City
Politics
How does redistricting work in New York City?
Buckle up for another round of legislative map re-drawing, this time for New York City’s 51 Council districts.
Heard Around Town
Politics
Dan Goldman raises $1.2 million in a month for open NY-10 race
An FEC ruling means Mondaire Jones’ cash advantage in the race could get even bigger, as he raises again from the same donors
Politics
Politics
Here’s how the DSA keeps its lawmakers in line
The six – and counting – members of the Socialists in Office bloc meet weekly with DSA leaders and activists to discuss politics and figure out how Albany really works. But a recent bill to fund public housing has caused tension.
Heard Around Town
Politics
Nadler and Maloney both want to talk with you separately
On primary day No. 1, the congressional rivals jockeyed for attention on the Upper West Side.
New York State
Politics
Progressives down – but not out – after a tough primary night
The WFP and DSA lost many of their races, but are looking for silver linings.
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
About 15% of Democrats voted for New York governor – which means turnout was pretty good
Voter turnout is always “abysmal,” but with about 900,000 votes cast, it’s all relative.
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
Here’s who won the three countywide judicial primaries in New York City
Judgeships for the Manhattan Surrogate’s Court, along with the Brooklyn and Queens Civil Courts were also on the ballot in Tuesday’s primary.
Campaigns & Elections
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New York’s 2022 Democratic gubernatorial primary results
Incumbent Kathy Hochul handily wins nomination.
Campaigns & Elections
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