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Exclusive: Bowman gets fundraising back on track in tough congressional primary
His seven-figure haul could provide a boost after a poll had him trailing by 17 points.
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Who are the top NYPD officials posting controversial tweets?
In recent weeks, some NYPD leaders have used their department social media accounts to criticize journalists and a lawmaker.
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Politics
NY League of Conservation Voters drops 2024 endorsement slate
Like human caused climate change, this group of 85 endorsees is pretty predictable.
New York State
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Building trades ask state Legislature to step in on 421-a labor standards
Eight construction unions criticized REBNY’s proposal for a wage floor and urged lawmakers to take the lead on a compromise plan.
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How NY’s establishment Democrats are testing progressives’ staying power in 2024
After the progressive waves of the Trump years, some Democrats are challenging one-time insurgents.
New York State
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Building the strategy to pass an Equal Rights Amendment in New York
The ballot amendment would enshrine additional protections in the state constitution.
Heard Around Town
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Tom Suozzi’s victory lap
The prodigal Congress member schmoozed in Great Neck Monday night.
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As ceasefire politics have gone mainstream, fractures have emerged in the Democratic Party
Five months into Israel’s invasion of Gaza, a growing number of politicians have demanded a ceasefire.
Albany Agenda
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The NY lawmakers hoping for a 2024 comeback
Voters will see familiar names on their ballots, including Elijah Reichlin-Melnick and likely Tom Abinanti.
New York City
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7 things to know from the 2023 New York City lobbying report
Last year was a busy one for the movers and shakers influencing City Hall.
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Politics
NYC Department of Education backs changes to state law to allow fully-remote meetings
Pro-Palestine parents who serve on school advisory councils have received death threats and are now afraid to meet in person, but current state law requires in-person meetings.
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Online gambling could be the next big legalization fight in Albany
Casino companies have the potential for a big payday if they’re successful in their lobbying efforts.
New York City
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The 2025 race for Carlina Rivera’s City Council seat is on
Andrea Gordillo, Manhattan Community Board 3 chair, is launching her campaign this week.
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Democrats look to hold on to Bronx Assembly seat in special election
Landon Dais, a local attorney, is facing off against Republican Norman McGill.
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Snow forecast complicates Tom Suozzi and Mazi Pilip’s Election Day
Turning out voters in bad weather will be a key factor in Tuesday’s contest in the 3rd Congressional District.
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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.
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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.
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