Politics
Politics
Who’s endorsing Tom Suozzi and Mazi Pilip in NY-3?
The Democratic and Republican candidates are attracting endorsements ahead of the special election in February.
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Politics
Mazi Pilip is one of those pro-lifers who supports a woman’s right to choose (?)
In a debate against former Rep. Tom Suozzi, the Republican candidate in a bellwether Long Island election showed her inexperience.
New York City
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Jessica Ramos nearing decision on Steve Cohen’s Queens casino
In the next few months, the key state senator blocking the development may give a final thumbs-up or thumbs-down.
Heard Around Town
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3 NYC Council members who voted for veto override say cops still have too much paperwork
Erik Bottcher, Gale Brewer and Keith Powers warned against overburdening the NYPD once the How Many Stops Act is implemented during remarks at a Broadway Association legislative luncheon.
New York City
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City Council will test its own strength with criminal justice veto overrides
The debate over the How Many Stops Act reached a fever pitch this weekend, after Council Member Yusef Salaam was pulled over by the NYPD.
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Politics
DCCC makes nice with Mondaire Jones in 2024
After being pushed out of the district by the former chair of the national Democratic campaign apparatus, Mondaire Jones now has their institutional backing as he tries to unseat Rep. Mike Lawler.
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Politics
Progressive Caucus elects (somewhat) new leadership team
The group chose New York City Council Members Sandy Nurse and Shahana Hanif as co-chairs, elevating Nurse and reelecting Hanif.
Campaigns & Elections
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Democrats focus on abortion in NY-3 ad
A super PAC helping Democrats win back the House is out with its first ad in the Long Island special election.
Kathy Hochul
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Hochul’s favorability up in new poll
New York’s view of the governor has improved as she attempts to help Democrats win back the House.
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Politics
Who is Landon Dais, the Democratic choice to replace Latoya Joyner?
After failing to win two elections in Harlem, Dais moved to the Bronx and got involved with both the community and county party. Now he’s running for Assembly.
Real Estate
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Eric Adams and Kathy Hochul make appearances at the REBNY gala
The real estate party drew many elected officials.
Kathy Hochul
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Hochul quietly set Feb. 13 date for Bronx special election to replace Latoya Joyner
Bronx Democrats plan to nominate local attorney Landon Dais to run in the special election.
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Politics
Keith Wright’s son plans to run for Inez Dickens’ Assembly seat
Jordan Wright, the son of the Manhattan Democratic Party boss, previously managed New York City Council Member Yusef Salaam’s successful campaign.
New York State
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Eric Adams turns out for Jenifer Rajkumar’s fundraiser
Attendees supporting the Assembly member at Manhattan’s Hunt & Fish Club got exclusive access to New York City’s mayor.
New York State
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Will Democrats hamstring Rep. Jamaal Bowman’s reelection chances through redistricting?
Westchester County will be a pivot point that determines how several other districts turn out.
New York State
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What goes into the election ratings that help guide New York’s political parties and consultants?
Political spending and fundraising can hinge on labels like “toss-up” or “lean Democratic.”
Heard Around Town
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Eric Adams and Jumaane Williams trade barbs over controversial policing bill
The mayor said the public advocate lives in a fort, so he shouldn’t dictate public safety policy. The public advocate compared the mayor to a “5-year-old” and said he lives in New Jersey.
Heard Around Town
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Adrienne Adams reelected council speaker; Farías in, Powers out as majority leader
Adams was unanimously reelected, and a shakeup in the majority leader role added Amanda Farías to the leadership slate.
Ask the Experts
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New York political predictions for 2024
It’s a much-anticipated – and feared – election year. Here’s what experts are watching for in the new year.
Campaigns & Elections
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Former community board chair Barry Weinberg will run for O’Donnell’s Upper West Side Assembly seat
Weinberg is first vice chair of Community Board 9 and secretary of the Manhattan Democratic Party. Hochul staffer Micah Lasher is also considering a run, sources say.
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