Brooklyn
Video: Julia Salazar Hopes to Ride Progressive Wave to Primary Win
Jarrett Murphy |
The discussion was about her very progressive menu of policy ideas, from rent stabilization for all to single-payer healthcare to non-citizen voting.
attorney general
Max & Murphy: Zephyr Teachout On the AG Race and the Case Against Donald Trump
Jarrett Murphy |
The insurgent gubernatorial candidate of 2014 is again seeking statewide office, arguing the fair application of law is the best antidote to what she says is the president’s thirst for unfettered executive power.
Check Out the City Limits/Gotham Gazette/WNYC Voter Guide!
Jarrett Murphy |
It’s federal primary day on June 26. Know the basics.
bufallo
Max & Murphy: As Session Nears End, Lt. Gov. Has Gavel, Will Travel
Jarrett Murphy |
Kathy Hochul discussed her potential role as a tie-breaker in the split Senate, the Cuomo effect on her hometown of Buffalo and why she thinks her primary race is a distraction.
campaign finance
Max & Murphy: Top Good Gov’t Advocate Sees New Hope for Reform in Albany
Jarrett Murphy |
Susan Lerner of Common Cause says next week’s special elections will reflect some of the deep flaws in the state’s political system. But she feels the momentum for change is growing.
Max & Murphy: Jumaane Williams on his Run for Lt. Governor
Jarrett Murphy |
The Brooklyn Councilmember discusses his run for statewide office, his critique of Gov. Cuomo, his record on reproductive rights and marriage equality, and the state of the Council’s progressive caucus.
civic participation
Max & Murphy: Mollenkopf, Scholar of the City, Says Competition Key to Healthier Democracy De Blasio Seeks
Jarrett Murphy |
CUNY Professor John Mollenkopf, a student of New York City mayors since John Lindsay, says the mayor’s state of the city was on target in diagnosing serious shortcomings in local democracy.
Multimedia
Max & Murphy: In Exit Interview, Crowley Discusses Rikers, Gender and Her Upset Defeat
Jarrett Murphy |
After a 2017 New York City election season devoid of suspense, Elizabeth Crowley was on the on the wrong side of the only real drama on election night.
council
Lone Queens Republican Faces Nasty Re-Election Battle
Adam Muro |
Dueling endorsements, accusations of bigotry and a debate over old rap lyrics have characterized the contest between incumbent Eric Ulrich and challenger Michael Scala in a district covering Howard Beach, Ozone Park and part of the Rockaways.
Campaign 2017 Newswire
Citizens Union Disses Bill as Bernie Commutes With Him: Campaign Headlines for Oct. 31
Jarrett Murphy |
Meanwhile, Jona Rechnitz keeps testifying.
