It has been almost 40 years since former New York Governor Mario Cuomo’s keynote address at the Democratic National Convention — a landmark moment for a generation of liberalism and one that many thought would lead to the White House. Today, Cuomo’s shadow still looms over New York state politics, even after his son left office without serving the fourth term that eluded his father. A new special three-part podcast series, “Mario Cuomo: The Last Liberal,” looks at Cuomo’s rise and legacy. It’s hosted by NY1 anchor and "New York" columnist Errol Louis.
Longtime Poughkeepsie Mayor Rob Rolison is wrapping up his tenure in that role, but he’s staying in public office in the new year. After...
One-term Plattsburgh Mayor Chris Rosenquest reflects on his term.
We sit down with Plattsburgh Mayor Chris Rosenquest and Plattsburgh Town Supervisor Michael Cashman, both Democrats.