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Young voters: The 26th Amendment and beyond
June 1, 2021 - In recognition of the upcoming 50th anniversary of the amendment allowing all 18-year-old Americans to vote,
The murky world of public relations advocacy
June 1, 2021 - New York Focus Managing Editor Lee Harris shares what she uncovered about a shadowy public
What’s a marijuana cooperative? Maybe the perfect fit for New York
June 1, 2021 - As New York gets closer and closer to launching a recreational marijuana market, it's possible
Memorial Day reflections with Assemblyman Jake Ashby
May 31, 2021 – Assemblyman Jake Ashby was originally turned away from the Army, but
Memorial Day reflections with Derek Coy
May 31, 2021 - New York Health Foundation Veterans' Health Officer Derek Coy, who served in Iraq and Afghanistan,
Memorial Day reflections with Senate Minority Leader Robert Ortt
May 31, 2021 – Senate Minority Leader Robert Ortt enlisted in the Army national Guard after
Criminal defense lawyers oppose DA’s nomination to state’s top court
New York's criminal defense lawyers want the state senate to reject Cuomo nominee to state's top court.
Creation of state marijuana office faces personnel challenges
Opposition is mounting to Gov. Andrew Cuomo's top marijuana adviser serving as executive director for a new state cannabis office.
State intervention debated for ’21st Century Jim Crow’ school system
Assemblyman Ken Zebrowski discusses his legislation to address the inequities in the East Ramapo Central School District
