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Darma Diaz not alone after two others make the NYC Council ballot
However, Diaz’s biggest rival, Sandy Nurse, failed to qualify.
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Bernie Bros, Yang Gang enraged over NY’s canceled primary
Some people care more about casting symbolic votes for former candidates than preventing the spread of COVID-19.
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What to know about absentee voting for the June 23 primary
New York may not be closing polling sites, but it’s still preparing for a vastly different election than ever before.
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NY Democratic presidential primary canceled
Progressives angry at decision to boot Bernie Sanders off ballot.
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If they can’t knock on doors, how do candidates get face time?
The coronavirus is making it even harder for challengers to break through.
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WFP backs newcomer Samelys López for open South Bronx House seat
The Working Families Party is stiffing some former allies running for Congress.
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New York Democratic presidential primary likely canceled
With U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders’ exit, the state has the power to cancel the Democratic primary.
Opinion
Opinion
Pass campaign finance reform in the state budget
Reducing the influence of big money in state politics can still happen.
New York State
Politics
Will the coronavirus bring voting into the 21st century?
NY wouldn’t have to cancel elections if we could all vote online.
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Could coronavirus keep candidates off the ballot?
Rep. Jerrold Nadler joins growing calls for reduced petitioning requirements.
New York State
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Voting in the time of coronavirus
While states consider postponing elections, expanding absentee voting may be another solution.
Interviews & Profiles
Personality
Vanessa Gibson wants the be the Bronx’s first black BP
And the city councilwoman has been practicing her Spanish for 2021.
New York City
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Where the Queens borough president candidates stand on the big issues
We asked the candidates 16 questions. Here are their answers.
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WFP endorses Amanda Septimo for Assembly against Carmen Arroyo
The progressive party is backing the 29-year-old candidate against 26-year incumbent Carmen Arroyo.
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Who are prominent New Yorkers endorsing for president?
These are all of New York’s elected officials and other prominent public figures to endorse 2020 presidential candidates.
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Bloomberg drops out of presidential race
The former New York City mayor couldn’t replicate his winning formula nationally.
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How Michael Bloomberg bought City Hall
Sabotage. Microtargeting. Mind games. Will the billionaire’s playbook translate to the national stage?
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Jumaane Williams’ crusade to diminish support for Bloomberg
The New York City public advocate keeps slamming the former mayor’s record.
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Personality
Tahanie Aboushi wants to transform the Manhattan DA’s office
The Manhattan district attorney candidate spoke to City & State about her experience with the justice system, her progressive platform and the incumbent, Cy Vance.
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