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politics1 day ago

City Workers Union Helps Block AFL-CIO Endorsement for Brad Lander

New York City's largest municipal workers union, DC-37, helped derail the NY State AFL-CIO's endorsement of Brad Lander in his deep-blue House district, citing Lander's audit of the Health Insurance Stabilization Fund that recommended dissolving the fund and his opposition to retirees' Medicare Advantage; Lander's campaign highlights his record supporting workers and organizing, while a potential endorsement of socialist Darializa Avila Chevalier remains on hold and some labor leaders worry about a unified front ahead of the November elections.

via Politico|
#afl-cio#brad-lander#dc-37
politics4 days ago

Hochul relies on Mamdani’s left-leaning pull for reelection

Gov. Kathy Hochul says NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani will campaign for her reelection, aiming to mobilize the young, left-leaning base that propelled him to City Hall while managing potential backlash from Jewish voters and the business community. Their working relationship has yielded state support for New York City initiatives, including expanded no-cost childcare, and Hochul defended backing a surcharge on high-cost second homes. The move signals a broader, big-tent strategy to boost down-ballot Democratic turnout amid intra-party tensions and a push to flip House seats this fall.

via Politico|
#2026-elections#democratic-socialists-of-america#kathy-hochul
Darializa Avila Chevalier's insurgent bid could reshape a razor-thin House
politics5 days ago

Darializa Avila Chevalier's insurgent bid could reshape a razor-thin House

Darializa Avila Chevalier, a 32-year-old democratic socialist who defeated the chair of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus in New York, is preparing to bring her activist-led approach to a potentially pivotal House with a slim majority. She advocates housing for all, abolishing ICE, and other progressive priorities, aims to build coalitions in Congress, and is navigating scrutiny over past online remarks while leveraging support from the DSA/Justice Democrats. Her path illustrates how insurgent candidates seek to translate grassroots organizing into legislative influence.

via CNN|
#democratic-socialism#immigration-ice#new-york-politics
politics7 days ago

Knicks Owner Dolan Emerges as New York’s Biggest GOP Donor This Cycle

Knicks and MSG owner James Dolan has become the largest GOP donor in New York this cycle, giving about $1.4 million to committees backing Bruce Blakeman and funneling millions into pro-Blakeman super PACs after previously backing Hochul; the spending is aimed at mounting a credible gubernatorial challenge and shoring up swing-seat GOP races, even as Dolan’s ties to MSG raise questions about the intersection of business interests and politics.

via Politico|
#bruce-blakeman#campaign-finance#james-dolan
new-york-politics1 month ago

Rhetoric and Rift: NYC Mayor Faces Jewish Leaders After Stabbings

Two men were stabbed in Manhattan, with the NYPD ruling the Jewish victim's assault a hate crime, as Mayor Zohran Mamdani faces criticism for his Israel commentary. A video in which he labeled Netanyahu a war criminal and described Israel’s Gaza actions as genocide drew outrage from Jewish leaders and fellow Democrats urging a calmer rhetoric, arguing it fuels anti-Semitic sentiment. Mamdani says his critiques target leadership, not Jews, while officials stress the need to lower tensions. The stabbing's motive remains under investigation, with officials noting possible mental-health factors, and the episode underscores the broader debate over Israel policy shaping urban politics.

via Politico|
#antisemitism#hate-crime#israel-rhetoric
new-york-politics1 month ago

AOC and Mamdani’s Endorsement Pact Reshapes NYC Progressive Power

Politico reports a coordinated AOC–Mamdani endorsement strategy in New York politics: Mamdani briefed Ocasio-Cortez on his June primary endorsements (including backing Avila Chevalier against Adriano Espaillat) and, conversely, Ocasio-Cortez gave Mamdani advance notice before endorsing three Democratic Socialists of America-backed candidates challenging state Assembly incumbents; their aligned moves helped ensure wins such as Brad Lander and Claire Valdez, and Bernie Sanders backed the broader DSA slate. The arrangement aims to magnify DSA influence without triggering clashes with Albany or federal leadership, but it could strain relations with some fellow New York Democrats and complicate future political calculations.

via Politico|
#alexandria-ocasio-cortez#democratic-socialists-of-america#endorsements
Knicks Serve Stop-Use Letter Over Kawas Campaign’s Doctored Logo
politics2 months ago

Knicks Serve Stop-Use Letter Over Kawas Campaign’s Doctored Logo

The New York Knicks’ legal team sent a cease-and-desist to Aber Kawas, a Mamdani-backed NY state Senate candidate, demanding removal of campaign materials that used a doctored Knicks logo, accusing the campaign of trademark infringement, false advertising, and false association with the team. Kawas’ campaign had circulated stickers and social posts mimicking Knicks branding; Knicks MSG says they are not endorsing Kawas and declined further comment.

via New York Post|
#aber-kawas#false-advertising#knicks
Leftward Upset in NYC Primaries Reshapes Democratic House
politics2 months ago

Leftward Upset in NYC Primaries Reshapes Democratic House

Two New York Democrats, including Congressional Hispanic Caucus chair Adriano Espaillat, were defeated by left‑wing challengers in Tuesday’s primaries, signaling a surge in Democratic Socialists of America influence in Congress. Brad Lander defeated Dan Goldman by a wide margin, Darializa Avila Chevalier toppled Espaillat, and Claire Valdez won the race to replace Nydia Velázquez, all backed by NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani. The results underscore rising tensions between centrists and progressives as leadership braces for November and tries to recalibrate strategy in a more left‑leaning party landscape.

via Axios|
#democratic-socialists#dsas-in-congress#moderates-vs-progressives
politics2 months ago

DSA-backed Valdez wins open Brooklyn-Queens primary, reshaping NYC progressive power

State Assemblymember Claire Valdez, backed by the Democratic Socialists of America and Mayor Zohran Mamdani, won the open Brooklyn-Queens 7th District primary to succeed retiring Rep. Nydia Velázquez, defeating Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso amid intra-progressive tensions and PAC spending debates; Valdez is favored to win the general election against Republican Melvin Rivera.

via Politico|
#brooklyn-queens#democratic-socialists-of-america#new-york-politics
Progressive wave rises as Mamdani-backed candidates surge in New York primaries
politics2 months ago

Progressive wave rises as Mamdani-backed candidates surge in New York primaries

CNN live updates show a strong progressive push led by Mayor Zohran Mamdani, with Brad Lander projected to win NY-10, Claire Valdez projected to win NY-7, and Darializa Avila Chevalier projected to defeat Adriano Espaillat in NY-13, signaling a shift toward democratic-socialist candidates in key districts. The coverage also notes Mamdani’s broader influence, including Micah Lasher winning NY-12, while other races in Utah and Maryland highlight similar dynamics and calls for party unity ahead of the November midterms.

via CNN|
#democratic-socialism#incumbent-challenges#new-york-politics
AI power plays reshape New York primaries as Mamdani backs progressive challengers
politics2 months ago

AI power plays reshape New York primaries as Mamdani backs progressive challengers

Two rival AI-industry factions are pouring money into New York’s Democratic primary for Jerry Nadler’s seat, testing which path on AI regulation would guide Congress; Mayor Zohran Mamdani is wielding his influence to back progressive insurgents in several races, while other primaries from Maryland to Utah and a South Carolina gubernatorial runoff illustrate broader national stakes and evolving endorsements.

via Yahoo|
#ai-regulation#anthropic#democratic-primary
Trump’s cryptic post revives GOP family ties chatter
politics2 months ago

Trump’s cryptic post revives GOP family ties chatter

President Trump posted a cryptic photo captioned 'Great daughter' featuring a blonde woman widely identified as Margo Catsimatidis, fueling speculation about the Catsimatidis family’s close ties to Trump; their daughter Andrea Catsimatidis chairs the Manhattan Republican Party and is a longtime ally. The image is linked to a Camp David-era visit, and the piece notes Trump’s current Camp David engagement amid Iran talks and a 60-day option related to a memorandum of understanding with Iran.

via New York Post|
#andrea-catsimatidis#camp-david#donald-trump
Knicks City Hall Celebration Highlights Mamdani-Dolan Rift
politics2 months ago

Knicks City Hall Celebration Highlights Mamdani-Dolan Rift

Mayor Zohran Mamdani hosted a City Hall ceremony celebrating the Knicks’ NBA Finals title, drawing praise from players and allies while owner James Dolan publicly jabbed at the mayor; the event followed a Broadway ticker-tape parade that drew millions and underscored Mamdani’s rising political profile. The celebration featured Gov. Hochul and players like Karl-Anthony Towns and OG Anunoby on a parade float, with Jalen Brunson’s remarks keeping politics light. Dolan’s tension with Mamdani lingered, and questions remained about whether the Knicks will attend a White House visit with Trump after Dolan invited them. Attendees also included notable politicians such as AOC.

via Politico|
#city-hall#james-dolan#knicks
Progressive Split: Mamdani backs insurgents as AOC focuses on downballot power
politics2 months ago

Progressive Split: Mamdani backs insurgents as AOC focuses on downballot power

New York progressives Zohran Mamdani and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez are taking divergent endorsement paths in the June primaries: Mamdani backs three insurgent House and state races while avoiding tense state-legislative contests to build local power, while Ocasio-Cortez backs several DSA-backed state legislators and remains cautious on congressional primaries, signaling a national focus and a more relationship-driven strategy.

via News of the United States - NOTUS|
#aoc#dsa#endorsements