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politics23 days ago

Left embraces Hochul, betting on pragmatism over purity

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has won endorsements from left leaders Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Zohran Mamdani, signaling a pragmatic shift as the Democratic left moves from purity politics to governing power; Hochul’s ability to broker deals—on issues like no-cost child care and tax increases on the wealthy—puts her at the center of the party’s evolution, though tensions with Delgado and progressive critics remain and could test the alliance.

via Politico|
#alexandria-ocasio-cortez#antonio-delgado#democratic-socialists-of-america
politics23 days ago

AOC joins NY Democrats backing Hochul for reelection

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and all 19 New York Democratic House members will endorse Gov. Kathy Hochul’s reelection, signaling unity behind the moderate incumbent ahead of the state party convention. The lineup includes Rep. Tom Suozzi and comes as Hochul faces a June primary challenge from Lt. Gov. Antonio Delgado. Letitia James’s endorsement for Hochul via the Working Families Party strengthens her bid, as Democrats hope to retake the House in 2026.

via Politico|
#2026-elections#alexandria-ocasio-cortez#endorsements
DSA Rift Emerges as Mamdani Endorses Hochul for NY Governor
politics23 days ago

DSA Rift Emerges as Mamdani Endorses Hochul for NY Governor

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani endorsed Gov. Kathy Hochul for reelection, drawing measured backlash from fellow Democratic Socialists in the state Legislature who say the move clashes with DSA priorities; Brisport publicly criticized it, Gallagher adjusted her stance after initial remarks, and others stayed neutral as Delgado remains a competing option, underscoring intraparty tensions between ideology and coalition-building.

via City & State New York|
#2026-new-york-gubernatorial-election#albany-agenda#dsa
Progressive NYC Mayor Endorses Hochul, Calling Their Alliance a Model for Democrats
politics24 days ago

Progressive NYC Mayor Endorses Hochul, Calling Their Alliance a Model for Democrats

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul gains a high-profile endorsement from NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani, who calls their cross‑wing collaboration a model for Democrats and touts universal childcare as a major achievement. The backing could energize Hochul’s re‑election bid, help blunt Lt. Gov. Antonio Delgado’s challenge from the left, and complicate Republican opposition tied to Mamdani’s socialist positions in a general election.

via The New York Times|
#democratic-party#kathy-hochul#new-york
politics25 days ago

New York moves toward medical aid in dying with strengthened safeguards

New York lawmakers passed amendments to the Medical Aid in Dying Act, setting up a pathway for terminally ill patients with less than six months to live to request life-ending medication. Gov. Kathy Hochul is expected to sign the amended bill, which adds safeguards such as residency requirements, a video or audio request, a five-day waiting period, two-doctor evaluations, and mental health screening, and imposes rules on witnesses with financial interests. A six-month implementation period for the Health Department to draft regulations accompanies the bill, potentially making New York the 14th state to legalize aid in dying.

via Politico|
#euthanasia#health-policy#kathy-hochul
Hochul taps Adrienne Adams as running mate, forging NY’s first all-female major-party ticket
politics25 days ago

Hochul taps Adrienne Adams as running mate, forging NY’s first all-female major-party ticket

Gov. Kathy Hochul named former NYC Council Speaker Adrienne Adams as her running mate, creating the first all-female statewide ticket for a major party in New York history; Adams, a Southeast Queens Democrat and former council speaker, brings a moderate-to-progressive record and will campaign with Hochul on the Democratic slate for both the primary and general elections, with their first appearance set in Syracuse ahead of the state convention as Delgado selected India Walton.

via City & State New York|
#adrienne-adams#kathy-hochul#new-york-state-politics
New York declares statewide emergency as winter storm bears down
politics1 month ago

New York declares statewide emergency as winter storm bears down

New York Gov. Hochul declared a statewide state of emergency ahead of a major snowstorm, enabling rapid deployment of plows, salt, and other resources and coordinating with NYC on preparations. Early voting in NYC’s three special elections is suspended this weekend, while Westchester County also issued a separate five-day emergency. Officials urge residents to stock up, stay indoors when possible, and prepare for dangerously cold conditions, with extensive cold-weather operations including thousands of plows and utility workers on standby.

via CBS News|
#emergency-preparedness#kathy-hochul#new-york
Blakeman Leverages ICE Shooting to Press Hochul in NY Governor Battle
politics1 month ago

Blakeman Leverages ICE Shooting to Press Hochul in NY Governor Battle

Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman, a likely GOP candidate for New York governor, used his Albany appearance to attack Gov. Hochul on crime, taxes and child care while highlighting the Minneapolis killing of Renee Good by a federal ICE agent to frame immigration policy as a point of disagreement. He aligned with Donald Trump on withholding funds from sanctuary-city policies and signaled he would push tax cuts, aiming to replicate Lee Zeldin’s 2022 approach on affordability and safety, even as crime trends in New York have generally cooled. Hochul defended NY’s approach and cooperation with federal authorities, underscoring policy differences in the looming race.

via The New York Times|
#bruce-blakeman#immigration-policy#kathy-hochul
Hochul Unveils Broad Plan to Make New York More Affordable
politics1 month ago

Hochul Unveils Broad Plan to Make New York More Affordable

Gov. Kathy Hochul used her State of the State address to push a broad, affordability-focused agenda aligned with NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Highlights include expanding child care to 100,000 more children (about $4.5 billion total), accelerating housing with streamlined environmental reviews, investing in water infrastructure, and backing a nuclear-energy backbone aiming for up to 8.4 GW. She proposed lifting taxes on tips up to $25,000, strengthening protections against ICE in sensitive locations, and extending online-safety measures for minors, while noting funding will be set in the upcoming budget. The plan hinges on coalition-building and faces political headwinds from opponents and within her own party.

via The New York Times|
#affordability#immigration#kathy-hochul
Hochul Considers Signing Medical Aid in Dying Bill
health-care2 months ago

Hochul Considers Signing Medical Aid in Dying Bill

Governor Kathy Hochul is expected to sign the Medical Aid in Dying Act in New York, allowing terminally ill patients to request life-ending medication, after reaching a legislative compromise. The bill, supported by a majority of New Yorkers but opposed by religious groups, includes provisions such as a video request, waiting period, and mental health evaluation, though amendments may weaken some of Hochul's initial demands.

via City & State New York|
#health-care#kathy-hochul#legislation