By voting no on the infrastructure bill, Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez set off a fierce debate, including among city residents eager to see the subways improved. Source: New York Times
Posts published in “Politics and Government”
Edward L. Sadowsky, a Lion of the New York City Council, Dies at 92
By Gotham Rex on November 11, 2021
A liberal legislator from Queens, he served for 24 years and polished the Council’s reputation as it prepared to inherit greater powers. Source: New York Times
‘It Came Off Creepy’: 6 Key Moments from the Cuomo Transcripts
By Gotham Rex on November 10, 2021
The interviews were part of a five-month investigation into the sexual harassment claims against Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo that led to his resignation. Source: New York Times
South Asian Neighborhood in Queens Seeks to Unify Its Political Power
By Gotham Rex on November 10, 2021
As New York begins to draw new legislative districts, partisan fights may overshadow the electoral harm the process can do to some groups. Source: New York Times
Hindu Sect, BAPS, Accused of Using Forced Labor at Temples Across U.S.
By Gotham Rex on November 10, 2021
BAPS, a prominent sect, faces accusations of exploiting low-caste laborers from India to run massive temples around the country. Source: New York Times
Why New York Is Closing 6 Prisons
By Gotham Rex on November 9, 2021
The number of people incarcerated in New York is less than half of what it was in 1999, and the facilities being closed are well below capacity. Source: New York Times
Why Republicans Won in a New York County Where Democrats Outnumber Them
By Gotham Rex on November 8, 2021
Voters readily ousted Democrats in Nassau County on Long Island, electing Republicans down the ballot. Source: New York Times
Who Wants to Hang Out With Eric Adams in Puerto Rico? Everyone.
By Gotham Rex on November 7, 2021
Mr. Adams celebrated his victory in the New York City mayoral race with elected officials and lobbyists at a nonstop tropical party known as Somos. Source: New York Times
Will Murphy Turn to the Center After Barely Winning Re-Election in N.J.?
By Gotham Rex on November 4, 2021
The Democratic governor won re-election in a surprisingly close race that has raised questions about his ability to enact liberal measures on gun control and abortion. Source: New York Times
N.Y. City Council Sees Historic Changes, and Republicans Gain Ground
By Gotham Rex on November 4, 2021
Concerns over public safety and pandemic restrictions helped some Republicans win seats on the New York City Council, which will also be one of the city’s most diverse councils ever. Source: New York Times
Eric Adams Vows to 'Get Stuff Done' as Mayor of New York City
By Gotham Rex on November 3, 2021
The next mayor of New York City, who celebrated at a downtown club, says he will focus on public safety and the crisis at Rikers Island. Source: New York Times
Philip Murphy Wins Narrowly in New Jersey Governor's Race
By Gotham Rex on November 3, 2021
The victory over Jack Ciattarelli, which ended Democrats’ 44-year re-election losing streak in the state, was far tighter than polls had predicted. Source: New York Times
N.Y. Taxi Drivers Will Receive Millions in Aid After Hunger Strike
By Gotham Rex on November 3, 2021
The announcement was a victory for drivers who stopped eating to protest an earlier bailout plan they said did not go far enough. Source: New York Times
Eric Adams Is Elected Mayor of New York City
By Gotham Rex on November 3, 2021
Mr. Adams, a Democrat and former police captain, will be the second Black mayor in the city’s history. Source: New York Times
Here’s What to Watch in New York and New Jersey Elections
By Gotham Rex on November 2, 2021
New York City will elect three citywide positions, while both the governor’s race in New Jersey and the mayor’s race in Buffalo could have national implications. Source: New York Times