Gov. Kathy Hochul cruised to victory in the Democratic race but could face a tough fight in November. Source: New York Times
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Under Court’s Shadow, N.Y. Governor Candidates Lob Final Pitches
By Gotham Rex on June 26, 2022
Rulings on abortion and guns shape the final weekend of campaigning before Tuesday’s primary. Source: New York Times
N.Y. Republican Quandary: How to Veer Right and Still Win in November
By Gotham Rex on June 25, 2022
Most of the Republican candidates for governor are embracing conservative stances as the primary nears, but that may turn off moderate voters in November. Source: New York Times
Rent Board Votes for 3.25% Increase on One-Year Leases
By Gotham Rex on June 22, 2022
Two million New Yorkers who live in rent-stabilized apartments will be affected by increases approved at a raucous meeting of the Rent Guidelines Board. Source: New York Times
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
What Can Be Done About the Crumbling B.Q.E.?
By Gotham Rex on June 14, 2022
Everyone agrees that the infamous highway urgently needs repairs. But there’s no consensus on a fix. 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
Gov. Hochul Stockpiles Donations, as Rivals Struggle to Keep Pace
By Gotham Rex on May 30, 2022
Real estate, unions and crypto interests were among the donors to Ms. Hochul. Here are five takeaways from the money battle in New York’s race for governor. Source: New York Times
N.Y. Governor Candidates Flood the Airwaves With $20 Million in Ads
By Gotham Rex on May 23, 2022
With the June 28 primary fast approaching, candidates for governor are spending big to get their message out to voters. Source: New York Times
At NY Republican Convention, G.O.P. Tests Attacks on Democrats
By Gotham Rex on March 1, 2022
The Republican State Convention is giving party leaders a chance to test messages about crime, inflation and Democratic leadership. Source: New York Times