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After the first debate, the mayor’s race is still, unsurprisingly, Eric Adams’ to lose.

Candidates were pressed on Gifted and Talented programs, vaccine mandates and criminal justice while Republican Curtis Sliwa attempted to take just a bit of the spotlight.

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New York’s election-related ballot questions are stirring up some debate

Voters will decide whether to change the redistricting process again and whether to allow people to register to vote on Election Day among other questions.

Politics

Politics

Hempstead staffers alleged Bruce Blakeman used them as personal chauffeurs

The Republican Nassau County executive candidate was also accused in 2017 of retaliating against an aide.

Campaign Confidential

Politics

Justin Brannan is running for speaker, did you hear?

The son of Bay Ridge has laid the foundation for a competitive campaign for City Council speaker.

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Jay Jacobs backs Hochul after giving Cuomo a “heads-up”

The state Democratic Party chair throws his support behind the governor to discourage primary challengers.

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The Nassau County GOP bets on bail reform paranoia in a key race this November

A race for district attorney may serve as a preview of New York Republicans’ 2022 chances statewide.

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Exclusive: Inez won’t run, as Barrons back young ally to succeed them in the Assembly

Keron Alleyne is running for District 60 covering East New York and Starrett City in Brooklyn with the political power couple’s support.

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Brooklyn could decide the 2022 Democratic primary for governor

The borough is even more important than usual as Jumaane Williams gets ready to take on Kathy Hochul again.

News & Politics

Politics

Letitia James and the great non-campaign, campaign speech

The state attorney general won’t say if she’s running for governor, but a speech to business leaders sure sounded like she might

Opinion

Opinion

Here’s how to reform the NYC Board of Elections

The state Legislature should replace the political cronies with professionals.

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The Democrats who want to take on Stefanik

A former speed skater is the latest candidate to jump in the race against the rising MAGA star.

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Big outside spending didn’t always buy success in NYC’s June primaries

Eric Adams may have gotten a lot of help from super PACs, but Kathryn Garcia was propelled by newspaper endorsements.