On this week’s Gazette: With at least one dozen counties in the state refusing to enforce the directive, New York Governor Kathy Hochul defends her statewide mask mandate. Our political observer Alan Chartock on the state ethic’s commission passing a resolution to require former Governor Andrew Cuomo turn over profits he received from his book advance to the state attorney general’s office. Also, we’ll talk to the stakeholders of Clean Path NY – one of the largest infrastructure energy projects ...
Dec 18, 2021•28 min
On this week’s Gazette: SUNY Chancellor Jim Malatras announces his resignation. Our political observer Alan Chartock shares his thoughts on New York Attorney General Tish James dropping out of the race for Governor in 2022. Also, the White House checks in on Albany’s Afghan resettlement efforts.
Dec 11, 2021•27 min
On this week’s Gazette: A divided Supreme Court debates the issue of abortion and the future of Roe V. Wade, we’ll have reaction from the President of Upper Hudson Planned Parenthood . Our political observer Alan Chartock on his conversation with New York State Assembly Majority Leader Crystal Peoples-Stokes. Also, owners of small farms worry paying overtime to workers will put them out of business. Photo courtesy of Chelly Hegan....
Dec 04, 2021•27 min
On this week’s Gazette: The New York State Assembly has released its long-awaited report on an impeachment inquiry into former Gov. Andrew Cuomo; our political observer Alan Chartock discusses his interview with the former Governor that ended up in the report. Also, officials praise Canada’s decision to remove requirements for citizens traveling out of the country.
Nov 27, 2021•27 min
On this week’s Gazette: After a vote by the state ethics commission, former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo may have to return at least part of the $5.1 million he was paid for his COVID-19 leadership book. Also, our political observer Alan Chartock discusses his conversation with Republican Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay. The American Lung Association’s fourth annual “ State of Lung Cancer ” report, finds Black New Yorkers are more likely to be diagnosed with lung cancer. Photo courtesy o...
Nov 20, 2021•27 min
The Legislative Gazette is a weekly program about New York State Government and politics. On this week’s Gazette: The U.S. border has re-opened and Governor Hochul pledges nearly a half billion dollars in grants for the state’s tourism industry, our political observer Alan Chartock on his conversation with the Chair of the state Conservative Party, and we take you to the biannual – Honor a Living Veteran ceremony in Albany.
Nov 12, 2021•28 min
On this week’s Gazette: Republicans and conservatives claim victory in the rejection of three ballot proposals that would have expanded voting in the state. Our political observer Alan Chartock shares his thoughts on the Republican’s big win in New York and around the country. Also, we’ll have a conversation with U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand.
Nov 06, 2021•26 min
On this week’s Gazette: Two propositions on the ballot in New York are drawing backlash from Republicans and conservatives. Our political observer Dr. Alan Chartock shares his thoughts on New York Attorney General Letitia James’ run for state governor. Also, lawmakers and advocates debate how to legalize sex work in New York.
Oct 29, 2021•27 min
On this week’s Gazette: New York Governor Kathy Hochul condemns the state Democratic party Chair over remarks comparing an African American Buffalo mayoral candidate to a Ku Klux Klan leader, and our political observer Dr. Alan Chartock shares his thoughts on that controversy. Also, U.S. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer outlines plans to counter higher heating costs this winter.
Oct 23, 2021•27 min
On this week’s Gazette: A new Marist poll finds New York Governor Kathy Hochul is the favorite for election next year, and our political observer Alan Chartock shares his thoughts on the implications of that poll. Also, we’ll look back ten years at the start of the Occupy Wall Street movement. Photo courtesy of Marist Poll.
Oct 15, 2021•27 min
The leader of New York state’s Democratic Party is personally endorsing Governor Kathy Hochul for election in the June 2022 Democratic primary and the general election next November. Our political observer Dr. Alan Chartock shares his thoughts on the possibility of former Governor Andrew Cuomo entering the 2022 gubernatorial race. Also, Albany County has formed an agreement with Suffolk and Westchester Counties to electrify its motor pool.
Oct 08, 2021•27 min
This week, New York Governor Kathy Hochul has named former New York City Health Commissioner Mary Bassett to lead the state’s health department. Our political observer discusses the idea of universal healthcare in New York. Also, a COVID vaccine mandate for healthcare workers started this week in New York — and with it, a fear of staffing shortages at medical facilities. Photo courtesy of Mary Bassett’s official Twitter page....
Oct 01, 2021•26 min
This week, New York’s unemployment insurance fund, which the state Labor Department says has paid out over $100 billion dollars in benefits to millions of New Yorkers during the COVID-19 pandemic, is now running a deficit. Our political observer Dr. Alan Chartock shares his thoughts on New York Governor Kathy Hochul’s decision to stop paying the legal bills of state employees who worked for former Gov. Andrew Cuomo. Also, at its latest meeting, the New York State Climate Action Council continued...
Sep 24, 2021•26 min
On this week’s Gazette: In response to strict new abortion laws in Texas, Governor Hochul says she’ll make New York a safe legal haven for women’s reproductive health. Our political observer Alan Chartock shares his thoughts on a new Siena Poll that measures the new Governor’s popularity. Also, state and local lawmakers in northern New York ask the Governor to push the White House to open the U.S – Canadian border....
Sep 17, 2021•27 min
This week, as the Delta variant surges, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul is taking new steps to counter the spread of COVID-19. Our political observer Dr. Alan Chartock shares his thoughts on climate change and President Joe Biden’s visit to New York City and New Jersey. Over objections, both loud and soft, the operator of the company involved in the October 2018 limousine crash that killed 20 in Schoharie will avoid jail time.
Sep 10, 2021•27 min
This week, NYS School Boards Associate Director discusses student learning loss during the pandemic, and school reopening. Our political observer Dr. Alan Chartock shares his thoughts on this week’s special session for the state legislature. We also hear from a new republican candidate who has entered the race for New York’s 21st Congressional District....
Sep 03, 2021•27 min
On this week’s Gazette: New York’s first female Governor, Kathy Hochul, says she wants people to believe in government again. We hear from our political observer Alan Chartock, who discusses the fact that women dominate the top leadership spots in state government. Also, a new solar farm is approved in Greene County.
Aug 27, 2021•28 min
This week on The Gazette, New York’s Lieutenant Governor, Kathy Hochul, in her first remarks since Governor Andrew Cuomo announced that he’s resigning, says she intends to be a fighter for New York. Our political observer Dr. Alan Chartock shares his thoughts on Hochul and the state’s future. Also, the New York State Education Department has released a health and safety guide for school districts as they prepare to reopen classrooms next month....
Aug 20, 2021•27 min
On this week’s Gazette: New York Governor Andrew Cuomo says he will resign in the face of sexual harassment allegations and an impeachment inquiry. We’ll talk with our political observer Alan Chartock about the announcement and the Democrat’s legacy. Meanwhile, Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul prepares to become New York’s first female governor. We’ll also speak with Syracuse University Professor Rebecca Ortiz about research looking at how political affiliations can impact one’s view of sexual h...
Aug 13, 2021•28 min
This week, New York Attorney General Tish James released a bombshell report finding Governor Andrew Cuomo violated multiple state and federal laws by sexually harassing multiple women. Our political observer Alan Chartock discusses whether the Governor will be forced to resign. Also, we’ll look at the rules for traveling to Canada with the border set to open on August 9th.
Aug 06, 2021•27 min
