Ana María Archila, who would be the first Latina elected statewide, gained national attention after she confronted a senator over the Supreme Court confirmation of Brett Kavanaugh. Source: New York Times
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Newsmax Debate Lends N.Y. Governor’s Race a Far-Right Glow
By Gotham Rex on June 21, 2022
The four Republican candidates for governor of New York faced off in their third and final debate before the June 28 primary. Source: New York Times
Will Kathy Hochul’s Low-Key Primary Come at a Cost? Allies Fear Yes.
By Gotham Rex on June 21, 2022
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
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
Gov. Hochul’s Second-in-Command Faces Sharp Challenge From the Left
By Gotham Rex on June 19, 2022
Lt. Gov. Antonio Delgado faces two rivals in the June 28 primary, including Ana María Archila, an activist who won attention during the Kavanaugh confirmation hearing. 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
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
How Carl Paladino Is Dividing New York Republicans
By Gotham Rex on June 10, 2022
The incendiary congressional candidacy of Carl Paladino has divided New York Republicans and now threatens to shake up party leadership. Source: New York Times
Carl Paladino Calls Hitler ‘the Kind of Leader We Need,’ Drawing Backlash
By Gotham Rex on June 9, 2022
Carl Paladino, a Republican House candidate from New York, has been endorsed by Representative Elise Stefanik, a member of party leadership. Source: New York Times
Trump Set to Be Questioned Under Oath by New York A.G. Next Month
By Gotham Rex on June 8, 2022
The questioning of Mr. Trump and two of his adult children as part of the attorney general’s civil investigation will begin July 15 unless New York’s highest court decides to intercede in the case. 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
Gov. Hochul Is Clear Target of Democratic Rivals in Debate
By Gotham Rex on June 8, 2022
Gov. Kathy Hochul was placed on the defensive for much of the first debate of the three Democratic candidates for governor. Source: New York Times