Book excerpt: How David Dinkins’ diverse coalition fell apart
By 1993, identity politics had fractured the mayor’s tenuous hold on different groups of constituents.
Despite early promises of transparency, Hochul has dragged her feet in releasing her detailed public schedules
Gov. Kathy Hochul’s detailed public schedules have been released long after the fact and lacking in information.
Legal threats mount as law limiting ICE takes effect
As Gov. Kathy Hochul looks to crack down on 287(g) agreements, GOP leaders aren’t flinching.
Some BK Dems call for district leader’s resignation for ‘antisemitic conduct’
Julio Peña III is trying to hold his reform coalition together as Carmella Charrington faces condemnation.
Jeremy Zellner may win reelection as county party chair, but what happens next?
Questions remain about how long he’ll be in the job, or whether he might be more vulnerable in two years.
Hochul, Mamdani united against ICE, pledge legal funding for migrant children
As the gubernatorial race looms, Gov. Kathy Hochul is planting her flag on immigration.
Hochul, Mamdani united against ICE, pledge legal funding for migrant children
As the gubernatorial race looms, Gov. Kathy Hochul is planting her flag on immigration.
When the state Capitol’s empty, what do lobbyists do?
Lobbyists keep up with the times and clients on the fundraising and golf circuit.
Federal employees say they’ll quit if they have to move to New Jersey
A bipartisan group of lawmakers is urging the Trump administration to reconsider the planned move of local offices of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
Horse carriage ban sponsor Chris Marte is having a moment
A Q&A with the the lower Manhattan council member who’s in the middle of two major legislative battles, regulating horses and home health aides.