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Freshman state senator returning to private sector (for now)
State Sen. Mike Martucci discusses his decision not to run for re-election and reflects on life in the minority.
State lawmakers give themselves a $32,000 raise
NYPIRG Executive Director Blair Horner argues that state lawmakers shouldn't be responsible for setting their own salaries.
Progressives balk at Hochul’s chief judge nominee
State Sen. Julia Salazar discusses her opposition to Judge Hector LaSalle leading the New York Court of Appeals.
The 2022 headlines from Planet Albany
Times Union Editor Casey Seiler helps recap some of the biggest stories from the Capitol.
Federal corruption cases challenged by law interpretations
The dismissal of corruption charges against former Lt. Gov. Brian Benjamin underscores a problem for prosecutors.
New York’s evolving nursing home landscape
LeadingAge New York President Jim Clyne discusses state regulations for nursing homes and calls for oversight reforms.
Progressives to push for more taxes on wealthy in 2023
Fiscal Policy Institute Executive Director Nathan Gusdorf makes the case for increasing taxes on wealthy New Yorkers.
Overhaul envisioned to fix MTA finances and services
Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani, a Queens Democrat, discusses the "Fix the MTA" plan that's up for consideration in Albany.
Lawmakers of color propose ‘People’s Budget’ for 2023
The state Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic and Asian legislative caucus has a "Building Resilient Communities" agenda for 2023.
