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Take two: The Brooklyn Democratic Party tries to host a functional meeting
County leader Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn, who is expected to be reelected, said members pleaded with her to stay on.
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All the ethics snafus dogging Kathy Hochul
The governor has notched eye-popping fundraising numbers, and it’s difficult to do that without raising some eyebrows.
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GOP candidates in swing House seats soften their messaging on abortion
Campaign websites are undergoing some subtle updates as New York Republicans in key districts pivot to the general election.
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Health departments face challenges in polio vaccination drives
Despite relatively high polio vaccination rates in New York, some stubborn gaps in immunization remain.
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Eric Adams’ public schedules tell a lot – but not nearly as much as they should
The mayor’s office dumped hundreds of days of schedules that show a workhorse willing to meet with all sorts.
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With new leadership, pro-development Open New York heads to Albany
The housing advocacy group currently lobbies for new construction in New York City, including in wealthy neighborhoods.
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NYC leaders are behind permanent outdoor dining. So what’s the hold up?
Pending litigation and ironing out the finer details of the program may be slowing down the creation of a legislative framework.
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Hochul leads Zeldin 52% to 39%, according to Data for Progress poll
Most recent polling has shown the governor with a comfortable lead over her challenger, in a state where 70% of likely voters say abortion should be legal under most circumstances.
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A toss-up looms in the changing 19th Congressional District
The swing district broke against Republican Marc Molinaro in the special election, but new lines and a lower-profile opponent could change the outcome.
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New York’s special elections give national Democrats renewed hope
Republican Joe Sempolinski pulled off a relatively narrow win in the Southern Tier, while Democrat Pat Ryan beat the odds in the 19th District.
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Robert Jackson gets to gloat now
The state Senate incumbent decisively defeated a moderate challenger backed by Rep. Adriano Espaillat and charter school PAC money.
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Tracking the contested state Senate primary races in New York
At least seven Democratic incumbents are facing primary challenges, and competitive races are underway for open seats in Brooklyn and Staten Island.
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Five things to watch in Tuesday’s New York congressional and state Senate primaries
Marquee races, progressives try a comeback and a couple confusing special elections.
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Elected officials past ‘child-bearing age’ bristle at Alessandra Biaggi tweet
A recent tweet from the state senator suggested older officials won’t fight as hard for reproductive rights. It reignited a longtime debate over what ageism looks like for people who hold political office.
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Sean Patrick Maloney has $2.4 million on hand as super PAC funding starts flowing into 17th Congressional District race
Alessandra Biaggi, who is challenging Maloney’s reelection, has been the target and beneficiary of independent spending in the race.
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Candidates debate whether it’s time for a rookie in the 12th Congressional District
Attorney Suraj Patel made the case for change against longtime Reps. Carolyn Maloney and Jerry Nadler.
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Dan Goldman fired voter outreach consultant for offensive tweets after being contacted by City & State
The Democrat who worked on Trump’s first impeachment had hired a Trump-supporting Republican.
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No IDC NY to back Gustavo Rivera in state Senate District 33
The coalition said it would not support Miguelina Camilo because of her donations to ex-IDC member Marisol Alcantara.
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