An influential hotel workers’ union is flexing its power at a key moment in the city’s recovery, affecting major projects from casinos to homeless shelters. Source: New York Times
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Siena Poll Shows Zeldin Gaining on Hochul in NY Governor’s Race
By Gotham Rex on October 18, 2022
A Siena College poll showed Gov. Kathy Hochul with a 11-point lead over her Republican challenger, Lee Zeldin, down from 17 points last month. Source: New York Times
Candidates Say No Thanks to Trump ‘Endorsements’ in N.Y. House Races
By Gotham Rex on August 18, 2022
The former president issued mock endorsements to two of his fiercest critics. Carolyn Maloney and Dan Goldman were quick to reject them. Source: New York Times
Sean Patrick Maloney Wins a Clinton Endorsement (Bill, Not Hillary)
By Gotham Rex on August 10, 2022
The former president said he would vote for and endorse Mr. Maloney over a challenger from the left, State Senator Alessandra Biaggi. Source: New York Times
Pelosi Backs Rep. Mondaire Jones in Crowded Open-Seat Race in New York
By Gotham Rex on August 1, 2022
The first-term congressman, who moved to Brooklyn to compete in the redrawn 10th Congressional District, faces a highly competitive race. Source: New York Times
Ana María Archila Hopes for Upset Victory in N.Y. Lt. Governor’s Race
By Gotham Rex on June 28, 2022
Ms. Archila, who was endorsed by Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and the Working Families Party, hopes to defeat Gov. Kathy Hochul’s running mate, Lt. Gov. Antonio Delgado. Source: New York Times
Working Families Party Endorses Yuh-Line Niou in Key House Race
By Gotham Rex on June 24, 2022
Ms. Niou, a state assemblywoman, won the Working Families Party endorsement over better-known rivals like Bill de Blasio and Representative Mondaire Jones. Source: New York Times
AOC to Endorse Ana María Archila in NY Lt. Governor Race
By Gotham Rex on June 22, 2022
Ana María Archila, who would be the first Latina elected statewide, gained national attention after she confronted a senator over the Supreme Court confirmation of Brett Kavanaugh. Source: New York Times
Eric Adams Will Endorse Gov. Kathy Hochul
By Gotham Rex on June 14, 2022
The backing from Mr. Adams, the New York City mayor, could help the governor shore up support among Black and Latino voters. Source: New York Times
Letitia James Doesn’t Need to Run for Governor to Grab the Spotlight
By Gotham Rex on February 17, 2022
Ms. James, the New York attorney general, highlighted her work on matters related to former President Donald J. Trump as she accepted a nomination for re-election. Source: New York Times
Working Families Party Endorses Jumaane Williams for Governor
By Gotham Rex on February 8, 2022
Mr. Williams, New York City’s left-leaning public advocate, is waging a primary challenge against Gov. Kathy Hochul, a moderate from Buffalo. Source: New York Times
Under Caribbean Skies, New York Power Brokers Shape a Crucial Race
By Gotham Rex on November 13, 2021
The contest for City Council speaker was in high gear at a political gathering in Puerto Rico, where candidates politicked among the palm trees. Source: New York Times
Emily’s List Backs Hochul for Governor in Key Early Endorsement
By Gotham Rex on October 14, 2021
The group decided to not wait for other potential primary rivals, most notably the state attorney general, Letitia James, to enter next year’s race. Source: New York Times
James Weighs a Run As Governor as Hochul Locks Key Endorsement
By Gotham Rex on October 4, 2021
The chairman of the New York State Democratic Party endorsed Gov. Kathy Hochul, contending that a multicandidate primary in 2022 could damage the party. Source: New York Times
AOC Endorsed Maya Wiley, Ranked Scott Stringer Second
By Gotham Rex on June 22, 2021
She also criticized Eric Adams, calling him “very Trumpian.” Source: New York Times