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Cynthia Nixon says Andrew Cuomo was "empowering Republicans" as governor
Cynthia Nixon said former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo, eyeing a political comeback, was "empowering Republicans" during ...
In New York City, it’s a squeaky-tight Democratic dogfight
For Democratic Party malaise in the age of Donald Trump, proposed cures are a dime a dozen. But a couple of ideas stand out.
Candidates cross-endorse, new anti-Cuomo TV ad hits the air as early voting under way
President Donald Trump issued a new social media proclamation Sunday night directing federal officials to prioritize ...
This Is Brad Lander’s New York
We live in an age that favors strongmen and showmen. Brad Lander’s problem is that he’s neither. Sandwiched between Andrew ...
How New York City’s Shattered Political Culture Made Cuomo’s Comeback Possible
For decades, New York politics was defined by party machines, yes, but also a hyper-engaged voting public. Now, with the end ...
New York Dem accused of ‘staged’ arrest after being released by federal authorities within hours
New York City Comptroller Brad Lander, who is running for mayor of New York City, is being held up as a hero by progressives, ...
Breaking down New York City’s ranked choice voting system
New York City Democrats will choose their nominee for mayor in next week’s primary election. The city uses ranked choice ...
In Trump’s tough-guy era, New York mayoral candidates peddle their mettle
Mayoral candidate Brad Lander, admired in New York politics for his policy chops and mocked for his lefty self-importance, ...