Dispatches from Planet Albany
During the legislative session, Dispatches from Planet Albany offers a weekly, insider’s perspective on what’s happening at the Capitol.
So you’re telling me there’s a chance…
We discuss the Democrats' longshot bid in NY-21. We also weigh in on the schism between Lt. Gov. Antonio Delgado and Gov. Kathy Hochul.
Delgado splits from Hochul
Lt. Gov. Antonio Delgado formally detached his political future from Gov. Kathy Hochul on Monday.
Fantasy Lawmaker Draft
We're drafting state lawmakers to fill six different categories, including potential road trip companion.
It’s Caucus Weekend in Albany!
This weekend is one of the biggest celebrations in Planet Albany.
Is the gravitational pull of Planet Albany weakening?
Democratic consultant Bradley Honan is making the case that power in state government has become more diffuse.
Not much energy in environmental conservation at the Capitol
Politico New York's Marie French discusses a budget hearing and we check in with Tusk Strategies Partner Shontell Smith.
Shontell’s how-to guide to being a lobbyist and digesting the budget
Tusk Strategies Partner Shontell Smith is back on the podcast to peel back the curtain on life in Planet Albany.
A uniquely Hochul state of the state address
Gov. Kathy Hochul delivered a State of the State address that was emblematic of her policy priorities and rhetorical style.
Assembly Dems identify committee chairs and some 2025 priorities
Former Assemblyman Ken Zebrowski helps us read the tea leaves in the Assembly.