The state has become a bellwether for both parties, with significant congressional seats in play and an increasingly close governor’s race. Source: New York Times
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As Governor’s Race Tightens, a Frantic Call to Action Among Democrats
By Gotham Rex on October 27, 2022
Democrats and their allies are pouring millions of dollars into late-stage ads and get-out-the-vote efforts to help Gov. Kathy Hochul as she fends off her Republican challenger, Lee Zeldin. Source: New York Times
Covid, Flu and RSV Are Increasing Hospitalizations in NYC
By Gotham Rex on October 27, 2022
New Yorkers are falling ill with new variants of Covid and old illnesses like flu and RSV that masking and other precautions once held at bay. Source: New York Times
NYC Middle Schools Will Drop Selective Screens
By Gotham Rex on October 26, 2022
Local districts decided whether to allow middle schools to use grades in choosing students. The majority chose to keep a less competitive lottery system that began during the pandemic. Source: New York Times
The Hochul-Zeldin Debate: A Combative Clash
By Gotham Rex on October 26, 2022
Representative Lee Zeldin painted a bleak portrait of New York, while Gov. Kathy Hochul stressed her rival’s anti-abortion stance and his support for Donald Trump. Source: New York Times
5 Takeaways From the Hochul-Zeldin Debate
By Gotham Rex on October 26, 2022
Representative Lee Zeldin conveyed a sense of outrage over crime and the economy, as Gov. Kathy Hochul emphasized his views on abortion and his ties to Donald Trump. Source: New York Times
New York’s Governor’s Race Is Suddenly Too Close for Democrats’ Comfort
By Gotham Rex on October 25, 2022
Tightening polls, fears about crime and apathy in their base are driving a wave of Democratic hand-wringing and a pivot by Gov. Kathy Hochul. Source: New York Times
Zeldin Agrees to Debate Hochul This Week in N.Y. Governor’s Race
By Gotham Rex on October 23, 2022
Gov. Kathy Hochul and Representative Lee Zeldin will hold a single televised debate on Tuesday. Mr. Zeldin had long pushed for several debates. Source: New York Times
NYC Increases Police in Subways to Combat Crime
By Gotham Rex on October 22, 2022
With less than three weeks until Election Day, Gov. Kathy Hochul is trying to address a troubling series of violent incidents on the subway. Source: New York Times
Where Could a Casino Be Built in New York City? What We Know
By Gotham Rex on October 21, 2022
Three gambling licenses for downstate New York are up for grabs. Here’s what has been proposed so far, where the casinos might be located and who gets to decide. Source: New York Times
Siena Poll Shows Zeldin Gaining on Hochul in NY Governor’s Race
By Gotham Rex on October 18, 2022
A Siena College poll showed Gov. Kathy Hochul with a 11-point lead over her Republican challenger, Lee Zeldin, down from 17 points last month. Source: New York Times
For Zeldin, a Shooting Hits Close to Home and to His Campaign Theme
By Gotham Rex on October 11, 2022
The shooting of two teenagers directly outside his Long Island home has given Mr. Zeldin an opportunity to push his tough-on-crime message within a personal frame. Source: New York Times
New NYC Congestion Pricing Tolls May Lower Demand For Yellow Cabs
By Gotham Rex on October 11, 2022
The tolling program could push up fares and shrink taxi demand, the M.T.A. says. Cabdrivers are also seeking their own fare hike of up to 23 percent. Source: New York Times
Another Challenge to New York’s Gun Law: Sheriffs Who Won’t Enforce It
By Gotham Rex on October 9, 2022
Some say the measure, which was passed after a Supreme Court opinion, ignores common sense, the Second Amendment and the way people live outside big cities. Source: New York Times
Hochul Outpaces Zeldin in Cash Race, but Super PACs Help His Cause
By Gotham Rex on October 8, 2022
Gov. Kathy Hochul has used her fund-raising edge to spend more than $1.5 million a week since Labor Day on an aggressive television ad campaign. Source: New York Times