The group decided to not wait for other potential primary rivals, most notably the state attorney general, Letitia James, to enter next year’s race. Source: New York Times
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One Pandemic, Two Governors
By Gotham Rex on October 13, 2021
The New Jersey governor’s race is a test for mask and vaccine mandates. New York’s governor, who has expanded mandates, leads her likely primary opponents in a poll. Source: New York Times
N.Y. Governor Poll Shows Hochul Leading James and Williams
By Gotham Rex on October 12, 2021
A Marist College poll found that voters favored Gov. Kathy Hochul over potential primary rivals, including the state attorney general, Letitia James. Source: New York Times
N.J. Governor Election Seen as Test of Coronavirus Mandates
By Gotham Rex on October 12, 2021
The New Jersey governor election is one of the first statewide contests to measure how voters feel about strict coronavirus mandates. Source: New York Times
Can You Imagine Bill de Blasio as Governor? He Can.
By Gotham Rex on October 6, 2021
A run for higher office by New York City’s mayor might be viewed skeptically across the state, but he says he wants to remain in public life. Source: New York Times
James Weighs a Run As Governor as Hochul Locks Key Endorsement
By Gotham Rex on October 4, 2021
The chairman of the New York State Democratic Party endorsed Gov. Kathy Hochul, contending that a multicandidate primary in 2022 could damage the party. Source: New York Times
Is Letitia James Running for New York Governor?
By Gotham Rex on October 2, 2021
Ms. James, New York’s attorney general, has embarked on a campaign-like tour of the state and is discussing her plans with donors and officials. Source: New York Times
The Unofficial Start of the Governor’s Race
By Gotham Rex on September 30, 2021
As Gov. Kathy Hochul revs up her fund-raising for next year’s primary election, other New York Democrats are also making moves. Source: New York Times
Kathy Hochul Aims to Raise $25 Million as Likely Rivals Eye Challenges
By Gotham Rex on September 29, 2021
Governor Hochul hopes to raise the sum for her primary campaign next year, but her recent — and unexpected — ascension has left her little time to hit that goal. Source: New York Times
Jumaane Williams Is Exploring a Run for New York Governor
By Gotham Rex on September 29, 2021
Mr. Williams, the New York City public advocate, would offer Democratic voters a clear left-leaning alternative to Ms. Hochul, a centrist from western New York. Source: New York Times
Rep. Lee Zeldin Confirms Leukemia Diagnosis
By Gotham Rex on September 18, 2021
Mr. Zeldin, a conservative Republican, says the disease is in remission, and that his bid for governor of New York will be unaffected. Source: New York Times
Want to Know Who Might Run for Governor? Check the N.Y. State Fair.
By Gotham Rex on September 1, 2021
Amid cows and crowds, the State Fair became a destination for potential challengers to Gov. Kathy Hochul, including Letitia James, the state attorney general. Source: New York Times
Kathy Hochul Wants to Make One Thing Clear: She Is Not Cuomo
By Gotham Rex on August 30, 2021
In her first acts as New York’s new governor, Ms. Hochul has sought to distance herself from her predecessor, Andrew Cuomo, who resigned under pressure. Source: New York Times
Brian Benjamin Is Kathy Hochul's Pick for N.Y. Lieutenant Governor
By Gotham Rex on August 25, 2021
Gov. Kathy Hochul, who had narrowed her choices to several New York City lawmakers who are people of color, chose Mr. Benjamin, a state senator from Harlem. Source: New York Times
Kathy Hochul’s Rise to the Governorship of New York
By Gotham Rex on August 16, 2021
A western New Yorker with centrist Democratic roots, she is described as both tough and disarming. She is also relatively untested. Source: New York Times