New York City
Politics
Scott Stringer has always been progressive
Three constants in the New York City comptroller’s career have been his liberal politics, ambition and work ethic.
New York City
Politics
Carlina Rivera to Face Sole Challenger for Lower Manhattan Seat
Councilmember Carlina Rivera will defend her lower Manhattan seat against just one challenger in the June primary.
New York City
Politics
Mayoral candidates spar over creating new jails at in-person forum
A few days before early voting starts, five mayoral candidates jockeyed for position on Monday night.
New York City
Politics
Dianne Morales refuses her staff union’s demands
The Working Families Party appeared to pull its support for Morales in response to her campaign’s labor unrest.
New York City
Politics
Democrats duke it out in person and top court nominee met with opposition
Rounding up the week’s political news
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
History may be kind to de Blasio – but the mayoral candidates haven’t been
And more coverage of key 2021 races.
New York City
Politics
Mayor and pariah, de Blasio becomes an issue in the mayoral race
NYC mayoral candidates are quick to criticize their fellow Democrat – or any candidate too close to him.
Interviews & Profiles
Personality
A Q&A with New York City Chief Democracy Officer Laura Wood
She’s getting New Yorkers up to speed on ranked-choice voting.
New York City
Opinion
Barkan: Kathryn Garcia is as moderate as Yang and Adams
Progressives may be turning towards because she is competent, but her ideology doesn’t always align with theirs.
New York City
Politics
Queens electeds are starting to look more like Queens
There is a lag between changes in the population and political representation, but this year’s races could close that gap.
Energy & Environment
Policy
Legislative progress on climate change divides political left
Groups like the New York City chapter of the Democratic Socialists of America say Albany Democrats are not doing enough to promote renewable energy.
New York City
Politics
Rival Resumés as a Dozen Seek Victory in Daneek’s District
Daneek Miller, who has represented the 27th district since 2014, is term limited, paving the way for a wide-open race to replace him.
New York City
Politics
In Brooklyn, Incumbent Council Member Looks to Hold Off Veteran Challenger and Win First Full Term
New York City Council Member Farah Louis is among the 18 members of the 51-seat Council eligible for and seeking reelection this year, but she is not able to cruise to a full term representing Brooklyn’s 45th District.
New York City
Politics
Mercedes Narcisse makes second run at Council District 46
The candidate goes up against establishment-backed opponents in the southeastern Brooklyn district.
New York City
Politics
Back to school in NYC and GOP mayoral candidates duke it out
Rounding up the week’s political news.
Campaigns & Elections
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