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Personality

Personality

PR pro George Arzt can finally enjoy the fresh air

A Q&A with the reporter-turned-political consultant, who’s retiring after six decades.

News & Politics

Politics

Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn is losing her grip on the Brooklyn Dems

The Assembly member has weathered storms before – but she’s having a really bad week.

Heard Around Town

Politics

DC 37 endorses Bores, Reynoso for open House seats

The public sector labor union’s slate doesn’t include Rep. Ritchie Torres, however.

Heard Around Town

Politics

Why Espaillat challenger Chevalier ranked Lander fifth for mayor

The progressive congressional candidates disagreed on Mahmoud Khalil’s organizing and on retail theft.

Editor's Note

Opinion

Editor’s note: In a rarity for NYC, Mamdani doesn’t bid for DNC

It’s been more than 50 years since a mayor passed on bringing a national political convention to the city.

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Campaigns & Elections

Politics

SCOTUS sides with Malliotakis on redistricting case, in blow to NY Dems

New York City’s congressional districts, including Rep. Dan Goldman’s, all are but guaranteed to stay the same for the 2026 midterms.

Opinion

Personality

Editor’s note: Budget days are the worst

Take a breath, the real coverage of government finances takes some time

Editor's Note

Opinion

Editor’s note: Don’t count out Adrienne Adams

Gov. Kathy Hochul’s running mate came late to politics – and she’s proven she has no interest in leaving.

News & Politics

Politics

Former Assembly member plans to primary Rep. Laura Gillen over ICE funding vote

Taylor Darling says she’s running against the Long Island congressional representative, who’s one of the most vulnerable Democrats in the country.

Policy

Policy

NYPD’s Tisch seeks changes to protest perimeter bills

New York City Council Speaker Julie Menin said she’s working with the NYPD to amend the bill.