Gov. Hochul is expected to handily win next week’s primary. But some allies worry her campaign is failing to energize key voters for November’s election. Source: New York Times
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Some Democrats Wonder: Where Is Hochul’s Ground Game?
By Gotham Rex on June 21, 2022
Gov. Kathy Hochul appears to be cruising to a likely win in next week’s primary, but allies worry that she is not doing enough to excite voters for November. Source: New York Times
Hochul Spars With Rivals Over Crime, Credentials and Cream Cheese
By Gotham Rex on June 16, 2022
Sharp attacks typified the final debate among Gov. Kathy Hochul and her two Democratic rivals, Jumaane Williams and Representative Tom Suozzi. Source: New York Times
5 Takeaways From the NY Governor Debate
By Gotham Rex on June 16, 2022
Gov. Kathy Hochul touted her record and beat back criticism from her rivals during their second and final debate ahead of the June 28 primary. Source: New York Times
Eric Adams Will Endorse Gov. Kathy Hochul
By Gotham Rex on June 14, 2022
The backing from Mr. Adams, the New York City mayor, could help the governor shore up support among Black and Latino voters. Source: New York Times
Fealty to Trump Arises as Litmus Test in G.O.P. Debate for N.Y. Governor
By Gotham Rex on June 13, 2022
Rep. Lee Zeldin sought to attack a less conservative rival, Harry Wilson, by calling him a “Never Trumper.” Source: New York Times
Andrew Giuliani’s Vaccination Status Will Bar Him From Debate Studio
By Gotham Rex on June 12, 2022
The Republican candidate for governor of New York is unvaccinated and says he has “natural immunity” to the coronavirus. Source: New York Times
The Main Draw at Andrew Giuliani’s Campaign Events? His Father.
By Gotham Rex on June 12, 2022
Andrew Giuliani’s bid to win the Republican primary for governor of New York has not drawn many donors, but it has drawn fans of Rudy Giuliani, the former New York City mayor. Source: New York Times
Takeaways From the N.Y. Governor Debate
By Gotham Rex on June 8, 2022
The Democratic rivals of Gov. Kathy Hochul sought to attack her on varied issues, from the funding of a Buffalo Bills stadium to a decade-old endorsement from the N.R.A. Source: New York Times
A Potential Loosening of New York’s Gun Restrictions Looms
By Gotham Rex on June 7, 2022
The Supreme Court is poised to rule on a law that gives local officials discretion over who can carry a handgun in the state. Source: New York Times
What to Watch for as Hochul and Top Rivals Meet in N.Y. Governor Debate
By Gotham Rex on June 7, 2022
Gov. Kathy Hochul will be a target for Rep. Tom Suozzi and Jumaane Williams in the first of two debates featuring the three leading Democrats. Source: New York Times
Gov. Hochul Stockpiles Donations, as Rivals Struggle to Keep Pace
By Gotham Rex on May 30, 2022
Real estate, unions and crypto interests were among the donors to Ms. Hochul. Here are five takeaways from the money battle in New York’s race for governor. Source: New York Times
N.Y. Governor Candidates Flood the Airwaves With $20 Million in Ads
By Gotham Rex on May 23, 2022
With the June 28 primary fast approaching, candidates for governor are spending big to get their message out to voters. Source: New York Times
For Hochul, Shooting in Buffalo Is a Hometown Tragedy
By Gotham Rex on May 18, 2022
The governor grew up in the Buffalo suburbs and lives in the city now. The shooting has taken on political overtones in the 2022 race for governor of New York. Source: New York Times
Top Democrats Want Tom Suozzi Out of Governor’s Race. He’s Still Running.
By Gotham Rex on May 11, 2022
In the New York Democratic primary, Representative Tom Suozzi is fighting Gov. Kathy Hochul for moderate voters, with a focus on fighting crime and cutting taxes. Source: New York Times