Jon Campbell

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This Week In Politics: Kathy Hochul holds on, but GOP wins big on Long Island

Saturday, November 12, 2022

The Democratic incumbent governor was able to win statewide, but Republican challenger Lee Zeldin's strong showing on Long Island boosted congressional candidates there. 

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New York's Election Results

Wednesday, November 09, 2022

An update on the election results in New York State and what we know so far. 

NY governor's race could come down to Kathy Hochul's NYC margin

Tuesday, November 08, 2022

Top Democrats and Republicans agree Gov. Kathy Hochul will win the NYC vote. But her margin of victory could determine whether she wins statewide. 

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Everything You Need to Know About New York's Ballot Proposals

Tuesday, November 01, 2022

Everything New York voters need to know about the ballot proposals they'll be voting on during the election.

The People's Guide To Power: The Power Of The Law To Protect Voting

Sunday, October 30, 2022

WNYC/Gothamist senior political reporter Brigid Bergin hosts a conversation about threats to our election infrastructure, and how the law protects against them.

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Recapping the NYS Gov Debate

Wednesday, October 26, 2022

A recap of Tuesday's debate between current NYS Gov. Kathy Hochul and Republican opponent Lee Zeldin. 

The People's Guide To Power: The Power Of Money In New York Politics

Sunday, October 09, 2022

WNYC/Gothamist senior political reporter Brigid Bergin hosts a conversation about how elections are financed, and what it means for our democracy.

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This Week in Politics: Activits say the GOP is attempting to 'wreak havoc' on New York's general election

Saturday, October 08, 2022

WNYC
Activists say a Republican-backed lawsuit seeking to upend the state's absentee ballot laws is a transparent attempt to 'wreak havoc.'

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NY to appeal ruling striking down gun-free zones in Times Square, subway

Thursday, October 06, 2022

The ruling came from U.S. District Judge Glenn Suddaby of Syracuse. 

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Gov. Kathy Hochul's $637 million COVID testing controversy, explained

Monday, October 03, 2022

The Democratic governor's administration spent big money on COVID tests from a campaign donor during the omicron wave. 

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30 Issues: Immigration and the NY Governor's Race

Thursday, September 29, 2022

Kathy Hochul and Lee Zeldin's positions on immigration and asylum as the governor's race enters its homestretch.

NY Attorney General Sues Trump

Wednesday, September 21, 2022

Jon Campbell, Albany reporter for WNYC and Gothamist, speaks to news that New York Attorney General Letitia James sued Donald Trump, his company, and some adult children for fraud.

Investigators find evidence at federal judge's house in Manhattan sex-crime case

Monday, September 19, 2022

The judge's son, Daniel McAvoy, is facing 29 felony counts. He's accused of secretly recording four different women. 

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This Week in Politics: The politics of yeshivas

Saturday, September 17, 2022

WNYC
The topic of ultra-Orthodox Jewish yeshivas took center stage in Albany this week.

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One NY senator's quest to clear the air on whipped cream

Friday, September 02, 2022

Queens Sen. Joseph Addabbo found himself in the middle of a sticky situation. 

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Gun-Free Zones and the New Concealed Carry Regulations

Thursday, September 01, 2022

A reporter talks about the designated "gun-free zone" in Midtown and how the new regulations will be enforced.

Gun-free zones: New NY gun laws set to take effect

Wednesday, August 31, 2022

New York will ban guns in "sensitive places" beginning Thursday, including in schools, bars, health care facilities and Times Square. 

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Primary Day in New York: Informal, Unofficial, Thoroughly Unscientific Exit Poll

Tuesday, August 23, 2022

Callers share their choices in our unofficial, thoroughly unscientific exit poll.

This Week in Politics: A guide to the New York state Senate primaries

Saturday, August 13, 2022

WNYC
Congressional races are capturing most of the headlines in New York City, but there are also plenty of competitive state Senate races.

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Bronx Senate race pits incumbent Gustavo Rivera against Miguelina Camilo

Thursday, August 11, 2022

In District 33, Rivera, the challenger, has the backing of the Bronx Democratic Party. 

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