New York State

Andrew Cuomo resigns

The Unbearable Narcissism of Andrew Cuomo The Unbearable Narcissism of Andrew Cuomo

Resigning, he blamed “changing mores” that “demonize” his behavior and cited his three daughters as “jewels,” proving he’s learned nothing from his career-ending sexual harassment ...

Aug 10, 2021 / Joan Walsh

Cuomo angry face

The Case Against Cuomo—and Those Who Enabled Him The Case Against Cuomo—and Those Who Enabled Him

The devastating investigation into sexual harassment allegations against the governor confirms what many already knew: It’s time for him to go.

Aug 4, 2021 / Alexis Grenell

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo

Andrew Cuomo Is the New Crown Prince of Denial Andrew Cuomo Is the New Crown Prince of Denial

While any ordinary politician would slink off stage, New York’s governor will only go down fighting.

Aug 3, 2021 / Ross Barkan

Washington Square Park protest

Welcome to Washington Square Park, Capital of Woke Bohemia Welcome to Washington Square Park, Capital of Woke Bohemia

A vibrant new youth scene is taking shape in Greenwich Village. Some people want to shut it down.

Jul 30, 2021 / Richard Goldstein

What Happened to Andrew Cuomo?

What Happened to Andrew Cuomo? What Happened to Andrew Cuomo?

Ross Barkan’s The Prince tracks how the son of a progressive New York governor transformed into one focused on one thing above all else: power.

Jul 28, 2021 / Books & the Arts / Raina Lipsitz

India Walton

The Political Revolution Comes to… Buffalo? The Political Revolution Comes to… Buffalo?

The stunning victory of socialist challenger India Walton over the city’s four-term incumbent has ignited a revolution here—if she can keep it.

Jun 28, 2021 / Geoff Kelly

India Walton

A Socialist Claims a Historic Victory in Buffalo A Socialist Claims a Historic Victory in Buffalo

“A well-meaning group of rebels and revolutionaries” just put a democratic socialist on track for the top job in a major American city.

Jun 23, 2021 / John Nichols

Andrew Cuomo

Mediocre Men Have Failed New York Mediocre Men Have Failed New York

Why women are primed to step in and govern.

Jun 16, 2021 / Back Talk / Alexis Grenell

Hunger strike excluded workers

How NY’s Fund for Excluded Workers Inspired Activists Across the US How NY’s Fund for Excluded Workers Inspired Activists Across the US

New York set aside $2.1 billion for workers ineligible for government benefits. Now immigration activists are fighting to ensure an inclusive rollout.

Jun 2, 2021 / María Jesús Mora

Sing Sing prison

How New York State Let Covid-19 Run Rampant in Prisons How New York State Let Covid-19 Run Rampant in Prisons

First, the state failed to protect people in prison from the virus. Then, it obscured the full scope of the crisis, advocates charge.

May 24, 2021 / Akash Mehta

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