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Albany Democrats reject measure to enhance safeguards against antisemitism in colleges

Republicans Criticize Democrats for Blocking Anti-Semitism Bill ALBANY – Republican lawmakers are frustrated after Democrats halted bills intended to strengthen the fight against anti-Semitism. The legislation, introduced by Congressman Matt Slater (R-Putnam), aims to align New York’s definition of anti-Semitism with that of the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance. This revision would facilitate action against universities […]

Albany at its most cynical

On Wednesday, the majority of Mammoth’s $254 billion state budget was unveiled, but not without some last-minute additions slipping in before lawmakers cast their votes. This spending plan—often referred to as the “big ugly”—addresses various issues, including a pressing law aimed at tackling New York City’s mental health crisis and problems related to recidivism. Governor […]

Albany Democrats advocating for a bill that would allow the NYC Council to remove the mayor

A duo of left-leaning lawmakers in New York is advocating for new legislation that would empower city councils to remove current mayors from office more easily. The bill, introduced on Thursday by State Senator Jabari Blisport (D-Brooklyn) and Councilman Harvey Epstein (D-Manhattan), aims to alter the power structure of New York City’s “strong mayor” system, […]

Hochul Slams ‘Unacceptable’ Swastika Taping at Albany GOP Headquarters

Hochul denounces 'unacceptable' taping of swastikas on Albany GOP headquarters

New York Governor Kathy Hochul (D) criticized the vandalism of the state GOP headquarters in Albany on Thursday. Authorities report that the damage includes sw, which is individually taped, alongside a message stating, “If this is not what you stand in, prove it.” “This behavior is unacceptable. No one should engage in violence or destruction […]

Goldman leads Dem reps calling for Albany to pass discovery reforms

The band of New York Democrats in Washington are putting pressure on Albany to support the proposals Gov. Kathy Hochul is pushing for reforming the state's malignant evidence laws. Critics accused him of being a “criminal.” Rep. Dan Goldman (D-NY) wrote a harsh letter ordering Empire State Polls to confront victims of crime and adjust […]