Mr. de Blasio is stepping out of the shadow of Gov. Andrew Cuomo, who is facing various scandals, and emerging as a cheerleader for New York City’s recovery. Source: New York Times
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Andrew Cuomo’s White-Knuckle Ride
By Gotham Rex on April 13, 2021
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
‘Sense of Disappointment’ on the Left as the N.Y.C. Mayor’s Race Unfolds
By Gotham Rex on April 10, 2021
Even as New York has veered toward the left, two more-moderate candidates, Andrew Yang and Eric Adams, lead the mayoral race. 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
Phyllis Marchand, Face of Disputed Deer-Culling Program, Dies at 81
By Gotham Rex on April 7, 2021
She gained national attention as mayor of Princeton, N.J., when deer overran her suburban town and she hired sharpshooters to control the population. 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
What N.Y. State’s Budget Means
By Gotham Rex on April 7, 2021
Gov. Andrew Cuomo and the Legislature have agreed on a budget that will raise taxes on the wealthy and help those devastated by the pandemic. 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 Legalizes Recreational Marijuana
By Gotham Rex on March 31, 2021
New Yorkers will immediately be allowed to possess up to three ounces of cannabis for recreational purposes, as other facets of the law are phased in over several months. Source: New York Times
Here's How Governor Cuomo Could Be Impeached
By Gotham Rex on March 24, 2021
Gov. Andrew Cuomo is under investigation. If his own party moves against him, he could face New York’s first impeachment proceeding in more than a century. Source: New York Times
The Long Road to Possibly Impeaching Cuomo
By Gotham Rex on March 24, 2021
Lawmakers will need to navigate the shoals of Albany’s political traditions and the state’s relatively ill-defined impeachment process. Source: New York Times
Manhattan Is On Track to Have Its First Black U.S. Attorney
By Gotham Rex on March 23, 2021
If nominated and confirmed, Damian Williams, a specialist in white-collar prosecutions who once clerked for Merrick Garland, would take over a famously powerful and independent office. Source: New York Times
Anti-Asian Attacks Place Andrew Yang in the Spotlight. How Will He Use It?
By Gotham Rex on March 22, 2021
Mr. Yang is seeking to become New York City’s first Asian-American mayor, but critics say that some of his past comments have fed racial stereotypes. Source: New York Times
Cuomo Faces New Claims of Sexual Harassment From Current Aide
By Gotham Rex on March 19, 2021
The aide, Alyssa McGrath, accused Gov. Andrew Cuomo of ogling her body, remarking on her looks, and making suggestive comments to her and another woman in his office. Source: New York Times