New York City

Politics

Bill Perkins, despite barely running, may win again

The longtime Council member from Harlem surprised observers by running for reelection.

Campaigns & Elections

Politics

The endorsements for NYC mayoral candidates

New York City Democrats will have to make a choice in the June 2021 primary for mayor – but some prominent New Yorkers and organizations have already made their pick.

Politics

Accused of absenteeism, Corey Johnson was everywhere in the comptroller debate

The City Council speaker is leading the race for comptroller and facing criticism from opponents.

Eric Adams

Politics

‘MTV Cribs’: Eric Adams edition

The New York City mayoral candidate took journalists to his Brooklyn apartment to try and prove his residency.

New York City

Politics

Dianne Morales refuses her staff union’s demands

The Working Families Party appeared to pull its support for Morales in response to her campaign’s labor unrest.

New York City

Politics

Mayor and pariah, de Blasio becomes an issue in the mayoral race

NYC mayoral candidates are quick to criticize their fellow Democrat – or any candidate too close to him.

Campaigns & Elections

Politics

What if the next mayor finished second?

Although it’s unlikely, a candidate can ‘come from behind’ to win in ranked-choice voting.

New York City

Politics

Former Stringer staffers describe his demanding temperament

Two of them call it “Post-Traumatic Stringer Disorder.” Others say he’s no worse than a typical politician.