Interviews & Profiles
Sponsored Content
Bruce Blakeman says he’ll bring down utility bills
An interview with the Republican candidate for governor
Sponsored Content
Gov. Kathy Hochul says Social Security isn’t a handout
A Q&A with the Democratic governor as she seeks reelection
Politics
How Hudson Valley politics has changed over the past 20 years
Former Rep. Sean Patrick Maloney weighs in on the local media landscape and the Mike Lawler versus Cait Conley contest.
Personality
Jumaane Williams isn’t slowing down on pushing for progress
He’s backing Kathy Hochul for governor, despite previously running against her (twice).
20th Anniversary
Chuck Schumer is still traveling, and sticking it to Al D’Amato
He has proved, over nearly three decades, that he’s not just a senator for downstate.
20th Anniversary
Hakeem Jeffries & Letitia James: Rising through the ranks, together
Over the past 20 years, the two have led a generation from Central Brooklyn.
20th Anniversary
Christine Quinn shares what it was really like to work with Mike Bloomberg
A Q&A with the former New York City Council speaker on their productivity, but also the places where they disagreed.
20th Anniversary
Zohran Mamdani isn’t ready to talk about the future
We asked the New York City mayor about his next 20 years. But he’s taking the job one week and one month at a time.
20th Anniversary
How Charlie Rangel won over Al Sharpton
The Rev. Al Sharpton remembers the pioneering Lion of Lenox Avenue.
20th Anniversary
Curtis Sliwa, on Eric Adams, on the train
The failed Republican mayoral candidate gives his two cents – and then some – on the guy who got the job then lost it.
Sponsored Content
Rep. Mike Lawler pledges to find a compromise on healthcare spending
A Q&A with the Hudson Valley Republican who’s running for reelection against Cait Conley in NY-17.
Sponsored Content
Congressional candidate Cait Conley pledges to ‘rein in monopoly utility companies’
A Q&A with the Hudson Valley Democrat who’s running against Rep. Mike Lawler in NY-17.
MagazineShow All
Interviews & Profiles
Inside Ogden’s challenge to Jay Jacobs
Otsego County Democratic Party Chair Caitlin Ogden is looking to oust the sitting state party chair.
Personality
City & State Time Capsule: Alums share their favorite stories
To celebrate our 20th anniversary, former staffers give a behind-the-scenes look at their reporting.
Personality
City & State Time Capsule: The best work of the current team
Award-winning staff members reflect on their favorite features for our 20th anniversary.
New York State
Lisa Kaul looks to oust Rolinson from state Senate
The Dutchess County legislator is aiming to win a seat many thought would favor Democrats when it was drawn during redistricting.
Personality
Rafael Espinal talks New York City press passes, film tax breaks and economic justice
The commissioner of the Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment also discusses his creative side.
Personality
Harry Nespoli reflects on the evolution of the labor movement
The former head of the Municipal Labor Committee talks about working with Mike Bloomberg and Jessica Tisch.
Interviews & Profiles
Meet the brains behind the State Fair
State Fair Director Julie LaFave works all year to make the annual tradition happen.
Personality
John Samuelsen and the art of strategic petrol bomb-throwing
The old-school transit union leader picks a lot of quixotic fights. He swears it’s all part of the plan.
