New York’s political landscape divided over former President Trump’s bribery conviction, as Republicans criticize the verdict and Democrats applaud it. Conservative politicians denounce the trial as unjust, while Democrats assert that the former president is unfit for office. The conviction marks a historic milestone, with mixed reactions shaping the state’s political discourse.
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The History and Future of Political Corruption in New York State
Buckle up, folks! We’re about to embark on a roller coaster ride through the maze of New York State’s political history. It’s a saga filled
Four Freedoms Democrats Are All In For Roosevelt Island. Join Now
Looking to get engaged with politics and activism? Consider joining the Four Freedoms Democratic Club! The Four Freedoms Democratic Club is one of the largest political
Cartoonish Partisan Circus Greets Trump’s Arrest in Downtown Manhattan
The indictment of former President Donald Trump turned the blocks surrounding Manhattan Criminal Court into a cartoonish partisan circus on Tuesday, with hundreds of people
Dolan Family, Knicks Owners, Dole Big Bucks to Hochul While Enjoying Madison Square Garden Tax Break
With Gov. Kathy Hochul facing an unexpectedly competitive challenge from U.S. Rep. Lee Zeldin of Long Island, the incumbent is getting a jolt of support
Hochul Honeymoon Is Over for Livid Albany Lawmakers
Josefa Velasquez, THE CITY This article was originally publishedon Apr 26 at 8:36pm EDTby THE CITY/Sign up here to get the latest stories from THE CITY delivered to you
Who is New York State Senator Michael Gianaris and why does it matter for Roosevelt Island?
If state redistricting maps hold firm, Astoria native Michael Gianaris absorbs Roosevelt Island into his Queens-based 12th Senatorial District. Our isolated mid-river community, now covered
Will The Girl Puzzle be last call for Ben Kallos?
For a lot Roosevelt Islanders, Ben Kallos was the most well-liked guy in town. He was here for everything, a forceful speaker mixing in fun
De Blasio and Hochul Bill Taxpayers for Puerto Rico ‘Somos’ Conference Jaunt
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NYS Senate Supermajority: Now, What’s It Mean for Roosevelt Island?
A NYS Senate supermajority raises a host of fresh possibilities, but few are profound than those for Roosevelt Island. By David Stone Roosevelt Island News The