Amid scandals, accusations and calls for his resignation, the New York governor seems determined to prove that the instincts that have gotten him into trouble can get him out of it too. Source: New York Times
Posts published in “New York State”
‘Bond Girl’ Talk and Groping: Albany’s Toxic Culture for Women
By Gotham Rex on April 12, 2021
As allegations against Gov. Andrew Cuomo put a new spotlight on sexual misconduct in New York’s capital, numerous women there described an enduring predatory and misogynistic environment. Source: New York Times
NY Ends Requirement to Quarantine for International Travelers, But Recommends They Still Do So
By Gotham Rex on April 12, 2021
The change was intended to bring the state in line with travel recommendations issued earlier this month by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Source: New York Times
U.F.O. Reports Surged During the Pandemic
By Gotham Rex on April 9, 2021
With skies lacking light pollution and most nights free, New Yorkers reported nearly twice as many mysterious sightings last year. Source: New York Times
New York Is Taxing the Rich. Here’s Who Made That Happen.
By Gotham Rex on April 9, 2021
A budget that spends on education, homelessness and undocumented immigrants is the product of years of progressive politics, not a governor looking for a diversion. Source: New York Times
Rep. Lee Zeldin, a Staunch Conservative, Will Run for N.Y. Governor
By Gotham Rex on April 8, 2021
Mr. Zeldin, an avid supporter of former President Donald Trump who voted to overturn the results of November’s election, said that to “save New York, Andrew Cuomo’s gotta go.” Source: New York Times
$2.1 Billion to Aid Undocumented Workers Signals N.Y.’s Progressive Shift
By Gotham Rex on April 8, 2021
The fund, which could provide payments to hundreds of thousands of people excluded from other pandemic relief, ignited a battle among state lawmakers before it was approved this week. Source: New York Times
Andrew Giuliani Considers a Run for N.Y. Governor
By Gotham Rex on April 7, 2021
Mr. Giuliani, 35, has never been elected to public office, and his most prominent government job was as a public liaison assistant and special assistant to the president for the Trump White House. Source: New York Times
Cuomo Aide Says Governor ‘Groomed’ Her for Months Before Groping
By Gotham Rex on April 7, 2021
A woman who has accused Gov. Andrew Cuomo of groping her in the Executive Mansion said that she warned him, “You’re going to get us in trouble.” Source: New York Times
NY Reaches Deal on $212 Billion Budget to Jump-Start Economic Recovery
By Gotham Rex on April 6, 2021
Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo and the Legislature have agreed to raise taxes on the wealthy and give aid to renters, businesses and undocumented immigrants. Source: New York Times
New York State Is Set to Raise Taxes on Those Earning Over $1 Million
By Gotham Rex on April 5, 2021
The deal, a sign of Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s weakened influence, would mean wealthy New York City residents would pay the highest combined local tax rate in the nation. Source: New York Times
Harvey Weinstein Appeals Sex Crimes Conviction Over Accusers’ Testimony
By Gotham Rex on April 5, 2021
The filing marks the beginning of what is likely to be a lengthy effort by Mr. Weinstein, who was accused of sexual assault or misconduct by dozens of women, to overturn his conviction. Source: New York Times
Paul Feinman, First Openly Gay Judge on N.Y. High Court, Dies at 61
By Gotham Rex on April 1, 2021
“I hope I add to the diversity of perspectives that the court considers,” he said before being unanimously confirmed to the Court of Appeals in 2017. Source: New York Times
New York Will End Long-Term Solitary Confinement in Prisons and Jails
By Gotham Rex on April 1, 2021
Isolation for more than 15 consecutive days will be barred in prisons and jails starting next March after years of efforts to restrict the practice. Source: New York Times
As Cuomo Sought $4 Million Book Deal, Aides Hid Damaging Death Toll
By Gotham Rex on March 31, 2021
Gov. Andrew Cuomo boasted, “I am not a superhero,” in early versions of his book, drafted as his aides scrubbed a politically damaging Health Department report. Source: New York Times