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Mamdani’s socialist friends in Albany are financially comfortable.

Mamdani's socialist friends in Albany are financially comfortable.

Albany’s self-identified socialists and progressives are clearly not short on funds. A recent financial disclosure for 2024 reveals that state Sen. Liz Kruger, known for her support of “rich-worthy rent management” aimed at helping the middle class, boasts an impressive $24 million in investments. It seems unlikely that this wealth comes solely from her salary […]

Effort to secure pension for children of fallen NYPD officer Miosotis Familia slows in Albany: ‘It’s shameful’

Effort to secure pension for children of fallen NYPD officer Miosotis Familia slows in Albany: 'It's shameful'

Pension Bill for Murdered NYPD Officer’s Children Stalled The effort to secure pensions for the children of slain NYPD officer Miosotis Familia has hit a frustrating snag, prompting criticism from some lawmakers who are calling the situation a “disgraceful” political maneuver. Following Familia’s tragic death in 2017, state senator efforts were made to provide police […]

Migrant with a Knife Reportedly Assaults U.S. Attorney in Albany, New York

Migrant with a Knife Reportedly Assaults U.S. Attorney in Albany, New York

Incident In Albany Involving Attorney and Alleged Attacker On Tuesday, prosecutors reportedly pursued attorney John A. Salcone III, who was allegedly targeted in an attempted murder incident outside a hotel in Albany, New York. Witnesses claim that the assailant was alerted by Salcone’s sudden outburst in Spanish. Reports suggest that Salcone found himself retreating into […]

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, […]