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City Hall and Albany Updates
Wednesday, April 17, 2019
The battle over rent laws is heating up in the New York State legislature as rent regulations are set to expire in June.
Last Minute Public Advocate Roundup
Tuesday, February 26, 2019
Today is the day to vote in the special election for New York City's next public advocate, here's what you need to know.
If Cuomo Ran in 2020, Would New Yorkers Hold it Against Him?
Wednesday, January 02, 2019
The governor said in a debate last fall that he'd serve out a third term unless "God strikes me dead." Then he gave a presidential campaign-style inaugural address. Is he running?
This Week in Politics: Gov. Cuomo and One-Party Rule
Saturday, December 29, 2018
As New York's governor preps for his third inauguration, we look at whether complete Democratic control in Albany will lead to a unified vision — or an opportunity for infighting.
Election Preview: New York/New York
Monday, November 05, 2018
It's Election Day tomorrow! Here's a preview of the big New York City and State races and the battle for control of State Senate.
This Week in Politics: The Battle for the New York State Senate
Saturday, October 13, 2018
Democrats would control all three branches of state government if they win the state Senate next month.
Final Countdown: Primary Preview
Monday, September 10, 2018
Jarrett Murphy, executive editor and publisher of City Limits, and Ben Max, executive editor of Gotham Gazette, offer a primer for primary day.
Are the Democratic Socialists of America Truly On the Rise After Ocasio-Cortez Win?
Friday, July 06, 2018
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's upset victory in the Democratic primary over longtime Queens Congressman Joe Crowley was also the latest boost for the Democratic Socialists of America.
What's Ahead in Local Politics
Tuesday, January 02, 2018
Here's what you can expect from local leaders in the New York and New Jersey metro area.
Monday Morning Politics: New York City and State Edition
Monday, December 11, 2017
Fordham University's Christina Greer and Gotham Gazette editor Ben Max talk about the latest news in here in New York City and state.
The Race for New York City Council Speaker Heats Up
Tuesday, November 21, 2017
Eight candidates are making the case that they should hold the second most powerful job in city government
Making Sense of the Election Day Results
Wednesday, November 08, 2017
Three reporters make sense of the election results from New York City, New Jersey, and Westchester and Nassau Counties.
De Blasio's Big Lesson: Transparency Matters
Friday, November 03, 2017
Gotham Gazette's Ben Max reviews the mayor's challenged history on letting the sunshine in.
Round Table Previewing NYC's Primary
Monday, September 11, 2017
Tuesday's local primary elections could decide winners in November, given the party imbalance in many districts. A look into what's at stake for voters.
City Council Races 2017: Tensions Rise Among Immigrants
Friday, September 08, 2017
WNYC is taking a closer look at contested city council races that could have implications citywide. Here's how the race looks in District 38.
City Council Races 2017: Corruption Paves Way for New Leadership
Wednesday, September 06, 2017
WNYC is taking a closer look at contested city council races that could have implications citywide. Here's how the race looks in Southeast Queens.
City Council Races 2017: Change is Coming to the South Bronx
Monday, September 04, 2017
WNYC is taking a closer look at contested City Council races that could have implications citywide. Here's how the race looks in District 8.
City Council Races 2017: Better to Fight Developers than to Join 'Em
Thursday, August 31, 2017
WNYC is taking a closer look at contested city council races that could have implications citywide. Here's how the race looks in District 35.
City Council Races 2017: Small Business Survival in the East Village
Tuesday, August 29, 2017
WNYC is taking a closer look at contested city council races that could have implications citywide. Here's how the race looks in District 2.
This Week in Politics: The Mayor, the Governor and the Subway
Saturday, July 29, 2017
With Mayor de Blasio fighting a demand to pitch in more for the MTA, mayoral opponents see an opening.
