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.
The path to (some) new congressional lines
Redistricting is traditionally supposed to be on the menu once a decade, but it has become a recurring staple in New York.
Hochul’s new running mate, endorsement, and Brooklyn feud
Wednesday was a big day for Gov. Kathy Hochul's election campaign.
Are Hochul and Mamdani on a collision course?
Could a fight over taxes cause a split between NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Gov. Kathy Hochul?
Getting to know Assemblyman Brian Cunningham
Assemblyman Brian Cunningham talks about his background, approach to state government, and the lieutenant governor job.
Handicapping the odds of Blakeman’s LG choice
Host David Lombardo and GOP political consultant Chapin Fay handicap the odds for Republican LG candidates.
Handicapping the odds of Hochul’s LG choice
Host David Lombardo and The Parkside Group's Alex Elmasri handicap the odds of potential LG candidates for Hochul.
What you might have missed in the executive budget
Host David Lombardo and Capitol Confidential author Dan Clark share some of the less appreciated parts of the executive budget proposal.
No new taxes? No problem
A dramatic increase in state tax receipts could explain why Governor Hochul isn't planning to raise taxes.
About that recreational marijuana rollout in New York….
Nearly five years since the legalization of marijuana in New York and the recreational marketplace is still facing challenges.
