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Westchester County Executive Rob Astorino is no stranger to statewide campaigns, coming within a half-million votes of toppling Andrew Cuomo back in 2014. But to have another chance at the executive mansion, Astorino first has to get through a crowded field of Republicans.

Rob Astorino looks to wipe away political polarization

There aren’t many people who can say they’ve come close to beating Andrew Cuomo — especially at the height of the former governor’s popularity. But Rob Astorino can. more

By Michael Hinman | 6/23/22

Governor Hochul’s timely arrival

As a former state official, I get many questions from readers, clients and friends about our political leaders. Lately, the most frequent one is, what do I think of Gov. Kathy Hochul? more

1/27/22

Welcoming a new face in Albany

It’s hard to believe that the Cuomo dynasty has come to an end. I use “hard to believe” because for nearly 11 years, Andrew Cuomo had such a dominant role in the daily life of all New Yorkers. more

8/26/21

Cuomo did the right thing in resigning

Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s initial reaction to a damning report filed Aug. 3 by state Attorney General Letitia James, detailing precisely how and when the governor sexually harassed 11 women, could only be described as bizarre. more

8/12/21

Gov. Andrew Cuomo was accused of a range of inappropriate behavior by 11 women; nine are current or former state employees.

Governor Cuomo resigns amid harassment allegations

Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced his resignation on Tuesday, catching New Yorkers off guard, particularly after he began his roughly 20-minute-long speech with a seemingly defiant tone, calling himself a … more

By Laura Lane | 8/12/21

Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced his resignation Tuesday. He will leave office in 14 days.

Governor Cuomo announces resignation amid sexual harassment allegations

Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced his resignation on Tuesday, catching New Yorkers off guard, particularly after he began his roughly 20-minute-long speech with a seemingly defiant tone, calling himself a fighter. more

By Scott Brinton | 8/10/21

An investigation by the State Attorney General's office has concluded that Gov. Andrew Cuomo sexually harassed women and has broken the law.

AG investigation: Cuomo harassed women, has broken state and federal laws

On Tuesday, the results of a nearly five month independent investigation by New York State Attorney General Letitia James was released. It found that Gov. Andrew Cuomo sexually harassed several … more

By Laura Lane | 8/4/21

Gov says time to unmask

Gov. Andrew Cuomo said on June 15 that Covid-19 restrictions would be lifted, since 70 percent of New Yorkers 18 and older have received their first vaccination. East Meadow residents were more than … more

By Mallory Wilson, Laura Lane | 6/24/21

Should Cuomo stay or should he go?

Gov. Andrew Cuomo is under increasing pressure to step aside or resign while investigations into sexual harassment accusations by four women and his administration's handling of data Covid-19 deaths at nursing homes last year are carried out by State Attorney General Letitia James and the Assembly. more

By Herald Staff | 3/16/21

Gov. Andrew Cuomo says he will not step down, despite the growing chorus of state lawmakers calling on him to do so because of sexual harassment accusations against him.

Long Island state senators call on Cuomo to 'step aside' because of harassment accusations

Five members of the Long Island State Senate delegation — all Democrats — Friday signed a statement calling on Governor Cuomo, a Democrat, to step aside while a series of sexual … more

By Scott Brinton | 3/12/21