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Jordan Laird

is an editorial intern at City & State.

Donald Trump

Politics

All the times Michael Bloomberg has considered running for president

The former New York City mayor has been deliberating for more than a decade.

Bill de Blasio

Politics

Who’s to blame for Thursday’s snow-fueled gridlock?

Who’s to blame for Thursday’s snow-fueled gridlock? Agencies are quick to deflect blame following severe commuter delays.

New York State

Politics

How our readers’ predictions match up with voter polls

Readers are predicting large margins of Democratic victories where voter polls indicate a tight race.

Andrew Cuomo

Politics

The largest donors to New York candidates

A bunch of white businessman, they almost all gave generously to Gov. Cuomo.

New York City

Policy

How far New York still has to go on MWBEs

City and state officials weigh in on efforts to award contracts to firms owned by women or minorities.

New York State

Policy

Breaking down the barriers of male-dominated boards

A new California law aimed at increasing diversity could be a model for New York.

Criminal Justice

Policy

Brooklyn lawmaker to introduce bill in response to ‘Cornerstore Caroline’

Assemblywoman Rodneyse Bichotte’s bill in response to "Cornerstore Caroline" would protect minors from false accusations.

New York State

Policy

How state Senate control will alter health policy

From single-payer to marijuana, top senators on the health committee discuss their top priorities.

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New York City

Policy

Will 2019 be the turning point for New York’s transit crises?

New York transportation officials predict a pivot on funding for Gateway and the MTA.

Andrew Cuomo

Policy

The growing list of corrupt Cuomo associates

Steve Pigeon pleaded guilty Tuesday to funneling an illegal donation to the governor’s campaign. He's not the first Cuomo ally to get in legal trouble.

New York State

Politics

Molinaro’s voting record

GOP candidate for governor Marc Molinaro claims to be a moderate. Did he vote that way in Albany?

New York City

Policy

Five big federal issues that directly affect New York

Five big federal issues that directly affect New York.

New York State

Policy

Cuomo calls on Congress to protect SALT deductions

Since the IRS has blocked Cuomo’s workaround measures, it’s on Congress to preserve SALT deductibility.

New York City

Policy

Building a better Bronx

The six biggest Bronx projects in the works.

Criminal Justice

Policy

New Bronx drug court incentivizes treatment

The Bronx drug court's diversion program aims to reduce spate of overdoses.

New York State

Politics

Vulnerable New York Republicans resort to racial campaign ads

Several Republican members of Congress from New York have been accused of racism in their campaign commercials