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New York welcomes its first female governor
Political observers hope that Kathy Hochul will bring needed change to Albany in her historic role.
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5 things to know about the new secretary to the governor
Incoming Gov. Kathy Hochul has appointed Karen Persichilli Keogh as her top aide.
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Will Kathy Hochul end the era of imperial governors?
After a century of growing executive control, New York’s first female governor is ready to collaborate.
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The powers granted by Silver v. Pataki
While the governor has more control over the state budget, it’s still unclear where it becomes overreach.
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Four months on, City Council flouting de Blasio’s return to offices
A continuation of remote work has kept some 700 employees out of sync with the mayor’s plan until now.
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Who will Hochul pick as lieutenant governor?
She’s eyeing a downstate ally, but there are several interesting options.
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Five years and a transformed New York
Trump’s 2016 presidential victory shocked his home state. We had no idea what we were in for.
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What will Cuomo do in the next two weeks?
His critics are nervous he might do something nefarious. Or it could be a boring final fortnight for the governor.
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Cuomo’s outstanding civil and criminal consequences
Even though he resigned, the governor may not get away scot-free.
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Cuomo’s appointees scrutinize their boss
Some of the governor’s top officials are speaking out after the release of the attorney general’s report.
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Forget Manhattan. Brooklyn is the seat of NYC power.
Brooklyn's been the new Manhattan for a while. Now that’s true in politics, too.
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How the Cuomo administration sought to undermine Lindsey Boylan
A detailed guide to what the governor’s aides did in the days after Boylan said she was sexually harassed, according to the AG’s report.
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New York politicians react to Cuomo sexual harassment report
President Joe Biden, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and state Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins are among the lawmakers calling for Cuomo to step down or be impeached.
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NYC Council approves $4 million for AAPI organizations
The funds are aimed toward a diverse group of New Yorkers facing poverty and barriers to accessing services.
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What happened to to-go alcohol and how it could come back
Bills to extend the pandemic accommodation haven’t passed.
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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.
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Stringer accused of sexual assault and COVID-19 restrictions lifted
Rounding up the week’s political news.
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Politics permeates New York’s judiciary
It’s a complex road to get to the bench – one full of conflicts of interest and backroom dealings.
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