A judge in Albany allowed the state to delay the congressional primary, a move that all but ends Democrats’ hope of retaining House districts maps that had been declared unconstitutional. Source: New York Times
Posts published in “New York State”
Why a Covid Vaccine Mandate for N.Y.C. Schoolchildren Is Unlikely Soon
By Gotham Rex on May 10, 2022
Officials and some pediatricians worry the backlash against a mandate could keep children out of school. Source: New York Times
Letitia James and N.Y. Lawmakers Move to Protect Abortion Providers
By Gotham Rex on May 9, 2022
Lawmakers in Albany are considering a range of options to expand abortion rights in New York, as many other states prepare to restrict them. Source: New York Times
Worries About Covid Strain on Health Care Grow in the U.S.
By Gotham Rex on May 6, 2022
The C.D.C. is also keeping a close eye on the nature of hospitalizations. Source: New York Times
Before Roe v. Wade, Merle Hoffman Ran an Abortion Clinic in N.Y.C.
By Gotham Rex on May 6, 2022
Merle Hoffman was on the front lines in the early 1970s, when women would travel to New York for abortions. Source: New York Times
George D. Gould, a Pillar in N.Y.’s Fiscal Rescue, Dies at 94
By Gotham Rex on May 4, 2022
As a Republican Wall Street financier recruited by Mayor Beame, he helped make the city’s effort to restore stability more credible. Source: New York Times
New York Lawmakers Vow to Protect Abortion Access
By Gotham Rex on May 4, 2022
Democratic leaders said they were working to solidify New York as a safe haven for women seeking reproductive care. Source: New York Times
Hochul Chooses Antonio Delgado as New Lieutenant Governor
By Gotham Rex on May 3, 2022
Mr. Delgado is also expected to serve as Gov. Kathy Hochul’s running mate in her campaign for a full term leading New York this year, replacing former Lt. Gov. Brian Benjamin. Source: New York Times
Brian Benjamin Won’t Be on the New York Ballot After All
By Gotham Rex on May 2, 2022
Lawmakers have passed legislation that would allow individuals who have been arrested or indicted to be removed from state ballots. Source: New York Times
National Democrats Make Last-Gasp Push to Keep N.Y. District Maps
By Gotham Rex on May 2, 2022
Democrats are seeking to reinstate congressional district maps that were declared unconstitutional last week by New York’s highest court. Source: New York Times
Inside the Flawed Vetting Process That Led Gov. Hochul to Brian Benjamin
By Gotham Rex on April 30, 2022
An initial 63-page background check revealed two red flags in Mr. Benjamin’s past, but it failed to turn up a subpoena issued to his political campaign. Source: New York Times
How N.Y. Democrats Lost a Critical Redistricting Battle
By Gotham Rex on April 28, 2022
When an independent redistricting commission failed to reach consensus, Democratic leaders decided to make their own maps and risk a lawsuit. Source: New York Times
New York’s Top Court Voids Democrat-Drawn House Map
By Gotham Rex on April 27, 2022
The Court of Appeals said Democrats violated the State Constitution and ignored the will of the voters. The judges ordered a court-appointed expert to draw replacements. Source: New York Times
New York Democrats Make Last-Ditch Bid to Save New Congressional Maps
By Gotham Rex on April 26, 2022
The state’s highest court heard arguments on Tuesday on whether to uphold earlier rulings that voided maps drawn by Democrats as illegal gerrymanders. Source: New York Times
Can a New Art Space Refresh a Tired Downtown?
By Gotham Rex on April 26, 2022
Bosco Sodi’s new museum in New York’s Catskill Mountains will feature artists from around the world and perhaps add some glimmer to a place that time has frayed. Source: New York Times