The approval, a victory for Gov. Cuomo, comes over the objections of environmentalists and elected officials and clears way for construction. Source: New York Times
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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
Wiley Wins the Progressives: 5 Takeaways From the N.Y.C. Mayor’s Race
By Gotham Rex on June 7, 2021
With just two weeks to go before the primary, Maya Wiley is consolidating support from the left wing of the Democratic Party. Source: New York Times
AOC Endorses Maya Wiley for NYC Mayor
By Gotham Rex on June 5, 2021
Ms. Ocasio-Cortez’s endorsement on Saturday may cement Ms. Wiley as the left-wing standard-bearer in the New York City mayor’s race. Source: New York Times
Yang Walks Back Stance on Israel After Drawing Criticism
By Gotham Rex on May 12, 2021
Mr. Yang said his initial statement in support of Israel, which drew criticism from progressives, “failed to acknowledge pain on both sides.” Source: New York Times
Gov. Cuomo Rejects Calls to Resigns, Says He Won't Bow to 'Cancel Culture'
By Gotham Rex on March 12, 2021
Nearly all of the Democrats in New York’s congressional delegation, including Senators Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand, say that Gov. Andrew Cuomo has lost the ability to govern. Source: New York Times
Ocasio-Cortez Says She Is a Sexual Assault Survivor
By Gotham Rex on February 2, 2021
“I haven’t told many people that in my life,” the Democratic congresswoman said of the revelation, which came during a harrowing recounting of her experiences amid the Capitol riot. Source: New York Times
Strike at Largest U.S. Wholesale Produce Market Threatens Supply Chain
By Gotham Rex on January 22, 2021
Six workers at Hunts Point Market died from Covid, and hundreds fell ill. They say they deserve higher wages after risking their health to supply New York City with food. Source: New York Times
Queens Man Wanted ‘Execution’ of Schumer and Ocasio-Cortez, U.S. Says
By Gotham Rex on January 20, 2021
Brendan Hunt, a fervent supporter of President Trump, is also accused of urging the killing of members of Congress before Inauguration Day. Source: New York Times
How New York’s Representatives Voted After the Capitol Riot
By Gotham Rex on January 8, 2021
When the state’s representatives and senators in Washington returned, four voted to sustain objections to the presidential election. Source: New York Times
How New York Reacted to Biden’s Win
By Gotham Rex on November 9, 2020
In heavily Democratic New York City, Joseph R. Biden Jr.’s victory over President Trump predictably drew jubilation. Source: New York Times
New York State Election Results: What We Know Today
By Gotham Rex on November 6, 2020
Republicans were ahead in key congressional races in the state, with mail-in ballots yet to be counted. Source: New York Times
Voting in N.Y.C.: An Election Day Cheat Sheet
By Gotham Rex on November 3, 2020
Today is the last day to cast a ballot in the presidential election and other races. Aside from safety measures, the process is little changed. Source: New York Times
If A.O.C. Is So Heavily Favored, Why Has Her Race Drawn $30 Million?
By Gotham Rex on October 24, 2020
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is expected to cruise to re-election, yet the race for her congressional seat is the second most expensive House campaign in the nation. Source: New York Times
The Nation Lost a Titan. Brooklyn Lost a Native Daughter.
By Gotham Rex on September 20, 2020
Ruth Bader Ginsburg — “Kiki” to her Brooklyn family — was a product of the borough’s public schools and synagogues. She is revered on her home ground. Source: New York Times