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New York lawmakers address abortion, gun restrictions during sleep-deprived extraordinary session
The Legislature took steps toward amending the state constitution to protect abortion rights and enacting adjusted gun restrictions after two pivotal Supreme Court rulings.
New York State
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Progressives down – but not out – after a tough primary night
The WFP and DSA lost many of their races, but are looking for silver linings.
Campaigns & Elections
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New York’s 2022 Democratic gubernatorial primary results
Incumbent Kathy Hochul handily wins nomination.
Politics
Hochul, Delgado look ahead to general election after primary victory
They’ll take on Lee Zeldin and Alison Esposito in an election sure to be dominated by national issues
Politics
Hochul and Delgado hit Upper Manhattan
The duo spent their last hours of the primary campaign in Harlem and Washington Heights.
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The Working Families Party is looking to oust seven Assembly Democratic incumbents
The party’s nine-candidate slate is emphasizing tenants’ rights, health care and climate.
Politics
Politics
Sparks fly at New York GOP primary debate for governor
Rep. Lee Zeldin and Harry Wilson attacked each other while an unexpected candidate tried to keep the forum on topic.
Campaigns & Elections
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Two is better than one for these ultracampaigners in the Assembly
They’re bringing back running for multiple offices in the same election cycle.
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The first gubernatorial debate and a GOP shake-up in the 23rd District
Rounding up the week’s political news.
Campaigns & Elections
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Real estate campaign cash causes clash in west side Assembly race
Two candidates running for the 75th Assembly District are calling on fellow candidate Layla Law-Gisiko to return contributions from a billionaire mogul.
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How Kathy Hochul won her first legislative session
The governor checked off nearly all the goals from her January State of the State address.
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Hochul on the defensive, but largely unscathed in her first debate
The governor fought off attacks from her opponents while highlighting the achievements from her short time in office.
New York State
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Here’s some of the major legislation New York passed in the end of the legislative session
After addressing abortion, cryptocurrency and guns, members of the state Senate and Assembly now must shift gears to prepare for elections.
gun control
Policy
Hochul signs gun laws at the start of a tough election cycle for Democrats
Officials from across the state attended the bill signing that served as much as a rallying cry as an earnest attempt to prevent future shootings.
Personality
Here are New York’s most disruptive critters
The end-of-session black bear isn’t New York’s only political animal.
Politics
Politics
Maloney v. Nadler: Who would have thought?
Both are about to slug it out to decide who stays in Congress.
Housing
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