Campaign Confidential
Politics
Corey Johnson’s shadow looms over the speaker race
As the outgoing speaker reflects on his legacy, candidates don’t hesitate to criticize his tenure.
New York City
Politics
Adrienne Adams, Francisco Moya both declare victory in the council speaker race – which is impossible
Confusion reigned Tuesday, as both candidates said they would win.
New York City
Politics
Eric Adams wants to “Get Stuff Done.” What stuff?
A close look at the core objectives among his endless policy ideas, as the mayor-elect enters his first year in office.
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
Four Latino City Council members publicly endorse Francisco Moya, as the speaker race narrows to two
Adrienne Adams has emerged as an alternative for members unhappy with Moya – and Mayor-elect Eric Adams’ involvement.
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
Sources: Assembly Member Yuh-Line Niou is challenging state Sen. Brian Kavanagh
A primary against the relatively moderate incumbent Kavanagh could become one of the most high-profile races of 2022.
Campaign Confidential
Politics
Amid tension in the Brooklyn Dems, James sides with Bichotte Hermelyn
Brooklyn is the center of the race for governor, and Tish is picking a lane.
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
Francisco Moya’s making moves in the NYC Council speaker race
A top tier has emerged in the contest, and phones are ringing off the hook.
New York City
Politics
Who’s on Eric Adams’ Transition Committee?
New York City’s Mayor-elect has identified more than 700 people who will serve on his mayoral transition committees, and that’s just a start.
Politics
Congeniality wins out at NYC Council Speaker race debate
Council Member Diana Ayala pushed aside political niceties in favor of compliments at a candidates forum Thursday, reminding all what it takes to do the job – earning trust.
New York City
Politics
Progressive groups say GOP members shouldn’t choose the NYC Council speaker
The new five member Republican caucus is expected to be influential in the vote – and possibly decisive. Ten organizations want to prevent that.
Campaign Confidential
Politics
NYC Council speaker candidates say enough forums
In a letter signed by almost all the contenders, speaker hopefuls said they would participate in only two more panels before votes are cast.
Policy
Policy
Is the New York Blood Center approval the end of City Council’s member deference?
Lawmakers overruled the member who represents the district where the blood center is located, bucking a tradition that has stymied multiple other major projects.
Criminal Justice
Policy
Questions loom about the plan to close Rikers, as new administration takes over
The City Council heard a final update from the de Blasio administration. But what do the new guys think?
Interviews & Profiles
Personality
When the past is prologue, what becomes of Vito Fossella’s future?
The Staten Island Republican starts anew 13 years after a scandal ended his promising congressional career.
Policy
Policy
What’s the deal with the New York Blood Center?
A proposal for a high rise research facility on the Upper East Side may see the City Council buck member deference.
Politics
Politics
The 2021 speaker race comes to Somos, with a 2023 focus
As candidates woo their colleagues, reelection in also on their minds
Interviews & Profiles
Personality
A Q&A with New York City Council Member-elect Linda Lee
The incoming eastern Queens City Council member is not a fan of defunding the police and congestion pricing.
Campaigns & Elections
Politics