Despite his late entry into the already crowded race against Republican Rep. Nan Hayworth, the DCCC has thrown its support behind former Spitzer/Paterson aide Sean Patrick Maloney in NY-18, sources familiar with the decision confirm. Maloney was presen... »
Writes Jeane MacIntosh: “Anna Gristina, the notorious soccer mom madam, does have a relationship with someone at the New York Post. It’s me.” Rep. Charlie Rangel is back in the hospital for the second time this month. Current TV, the fledgling liberal ... »
President Obama’s hot mic moment: “This is my last election. After my election, I have more flexibility.” This did not make Poland happy. State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli slammed an apparent budget agreement that strips some of his pre-audit powers, as G... »
State lawmakers are back at the state Capitol this afternoon to resume budget deliberations as the April 1 budget deadline approaches. We had a story over the weekend looking at the outstanding issues. The key topics and what to look for this week are ... »
The Nation’s Bryce Covert on Cuomo using gay marriage as cover for his fiscal conservatism: “One social issue victory – as historic as it was – does not a social progressive make. If he runs for national office, as he seems intent on doing, the left sh... »
A former candidate for attorney general who once worked for Gov. Eliot Spitzer and whose political roots go back to the Clinton White House joins the group of Democrats who are vying to take on Rep. Dr. Nan Hayworth, R-Mount Kisco. Maloney sent out a f... »
Independence Party Chairman Frank MacKay says he and his organization are falling in line on a proposed expansion of casino gambling in New York, a move that provides political support to Gov. Andrew Cuomo, a longtime ally. The Independence Party appro... »
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