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.
Where does the NYC DSA go from here?
Plotting out the future for the New York City Democratic Socialists of America.
The uphill battle of lobbying for kids and low-income families
Why is it so hard to get things done for kids and families in Planet Albany? We discuss the challenge with lobbyist Jenn O'Connor.
Assembly Republicans have joined the drafting!!!
We're drafting again at the urging of Assembly members Josh Jensen and Ed Ra.
The 1st Annual Dispatches Awards!
We're handing out "The Dispatches" awards for the 2025 legislative session!
In the Albany lobbying trenches with Shontell Smith
The lobbying restrictions were off Shontell Smith this past legislative session, so we talked about her efforts to move bills at the Capitol.
Antonio Delgado’s path to the executive mansion
The narrow path for Lt. Gov. Antonio Delgado to secure the Democratic gubernatorial nomination in 2026.
Navigating the chaos of the cannabis industry
The passage of four years since the legalization of marijuana has done little to calm these rocky waters and bring stability to this chaotic industry.
Beating the end of session blahs with Ken Zebrowski
There are two weeks left on the legislative calendar and staff, lobbyists and state lawmakers are already feeling the crunch.
Drafting political movies
We're drafting again and this time we've got a new cast of characters selecting their favorite political movies.
