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Power & PoliticsLucy Lang, New York State Inspector General on 10-year anniversary of Dannemora Prison Escape, June 5th, 2025New York State Inspector General Lucy Lang highlights the IG's office role in investigating the Clinton Correctional Facility prison escape on June 6th, 2015. Their investigation revealed systemic failures, she discusses how they were addressed, and what's changed 10 years later
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Power & PoliticsNatasha Pernicka, Executive Director at The Alliance for a Hunger-Free New York, on SNAP Cuts, NYS Budget funding, 5/27/2025The U.S. Senate is currently debating the provisions outlined in the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act", of which was passed last week in the Republican-led House of Representatives.
As a part of the reconciliation package, Congressional Republicans have proposed to cut SNAP benefits by nearly $300 billion dollars. The cut would shift more of the administration costs to the States starting in 2028 while also expand work requirements for adults with children and older Americans.
House GOP reps say these measures are meant to clean up a program with "bureaucratic inefficiencies, misplaced initiatives and limited accountability."...2025-06-0218 min
Power & PoliticsMurad Awawdeh, New York Immigration Coalition President and CEO on ICE Activity in New York, May 29th, 2025NYIC President and CEO Murad Awawdeh joined Power & Politics on Thursday to discuss the Cohoes incident, along with the other issues impacting immigrants right now in New York, along with what they're calling on the State to do in the final days of the legislative session.
Last week, two immigrants were arrested by ICE agents at a law enforcement check point in the City of Cohoes. Officials say both men were in the country illegally. The presence of ICE though, sparked a reaction from immigration advocates along with other law enforcement entities who were present.
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Power & PoliticsBonus: Dr. Seanelle Hawkins, Chair of the New York State Community Commission on Reparations Remedies, May 29th, 2025New York's Reparations Commission is nearly one year into its work in examining the legacy of slavery and discrimination in New York, and what potential compensation could come from that.
Over the course of the last few months, New Yorkers have shared their thoughts, their family's history and the impacts of enslavement, redlining and wealth gaps with the New York State Community Commission on Reparations Remedies during public hearings and meetings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2025-05-2916 min
Power & PoliticsSiena pollster discusses Hochul favorability, 2026 Gubernatorial race, and how blue is NY?Steven Greenberg, pollster with the Siena College research institute, joined Power & Politics on Thursday, discussing their latest poll.
He discussed a variety of issues where voters weighed in.
Governor Hochul's favorability remained at her highest levels in more than a year, right around 44-46 percent, which Greenberg said was "disappointing", in a blue state like New York.
At the same time, he discussed the 2026 gubernatorial election, where 46 percent of voters said they would support Hochul as opposed to Antonio Delgado (12 percent) or Ritchie Torres (10 percent).
In recent weeks, Upstate Congresswoman Elise...2025-05-2328 min
Power & PoliticsBonus: Kristen Gonzalez, NYS Senator on House's Proposed AI Legislation Moratorium, May 16th, 2025New York State Senator Kristen Gonzalez, the Chair of the Senate Internet & Technology Committee, penned a letter signed on by more than 50 NYS Democrats, calling on House Republicans to remove the AI legislation Moratorium in the proposed federal reconciliation bill. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2025-05-1712 min
Power & PoliticsRob Hayes, Director of Clean Water at Environmental Advocates, May 15, 2025Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin defended proposed budget cuts to the agency at a House Appropriations subcommittee Thursday morning, and New York environmental advocates are responding.
Rob Hayes, Director of Clean Water at Environmental Advocates, joined Power & Politics to discuss the impact of those federal grant cuts, where the FY2026 State Budget has filled the void, but also where he says the State has "missed opportunities". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2025-05-1618 min
Power & PoliticsJames Skoufis, NYS Senator (D-Cornwall), on Hochul's budget approach, May 8th, 2025Moments after his speech on the Senate floor, James Skoufis explained his critique of Governor Hochul's handling of the State Budget process.
Skoufis explained why he thinks the Governor wields too much power, calling her an "authoritarian" and "dictator" in the process. He also responded to questions on why he still voted in favor of the budget, his mask restriction legislation holding up the budget (which was more than a month late), and why the Democratic Majority doesn't use more of their power.
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Power & PoliticsAlbany Chief City Auditor Democratic Primary Debate, May 6th, 2025Schenectady — Three candidates on the ballot in June's Albany Chief City Auditor Democratic Primary took the debate stage at CBS6 in Schenectady on Tuesday evening.
Albany County Legislator Sam Fein, Albany Mayor Kathy Sheehan's Chief of Staff David Galin and former Albany Common Councilor John Rosenzweig discussed their vision for the future of Albany, and the role they'd play if elected to the City's auditor position.
Topics included:
-The City Police Department's shortage of police officers, and how'd they address the issue of recruitment and retention-The City's SeeClickFix program-School Spe...2025-05-0839 min
Power & PoliticsPhil Steck, NYS Assemblymember (D-Colonie), on NYS Budget, Stock Transfer Tax, Naloxone Cuts, May 2nd, 2025On the heels of rallying on Wall Street for the reinstatement of the stock transfer tax, Assemblymember Phil Steck (D-Colonie), joined Power & Politics on Thursday.
His bill, which he's pushed throughout his time as a State lawmaker, would tax each sale of stock worth over $20 at 5 cents. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2025-05-0226 min
Power & PoliticsAlbany Mayoral Democratic Primary Debate, April 30th, 2025Four Democratic candidates are set to square off in the June primary, eyeing the party's nomination for Albany Mayor.
Dorcey Applyrs, Dan Cerutti, Corey Ellis, Carolyn McLaughlin took the CBS6 stage for a full 45 minutes of a debate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2025-05-0248 min
Power & PoliticsJames Murphy, Former Saratoga County Judge and District Attorney, April 24th, 2025In a wide-ranging conversation about his career, advocacy, criminal justice reform and the current narratives regarding federal judges, former Saratoga County Judge and District Attorney James Murphy joined Power & Politics this week.Murphy now provides advice and analysis for Behan Communications, a Capital Region PR firm."It's been a long career," Murphy says. "It's been 37 years between District Attorney and the judgeship, and so I've dealt with 1000s of cases, 1000s of victims, lots of police agencies, all kinds of cases, and I think it's always the thing that I liked the most about it...2025-04-2538 min
Power & PoliticsLee Kindlon, Albany County District Attorney takes a deep dive into Discovery, 4/18/2025Lee Kindlon, Albany County District Attorney, joined Power & Politics this week to take a deep dive into the State's Discovery laws, and their role in the ongoing budget debate at the State Capitol.Alongside Governor Kathy Hochul and the District Attorneys Association of the State of New York, Kindlon has been stumping for changes to the Discovery laws, which were reformed in 2019.Hochul has been steadfast in making changes to those laws, which she says is leading to an increase in case dismissals, especially in New York City. More progressive members of the State Senate...2025-04-1830 min
Power & PoliticsBlair Horner, Senior Policy Advisor at NYPIRG April 10, 2025As part of the wide-ranging conversation, Horner discussed the impact of late budgets on public perception, the role of policy initiatives in the budget and how Governor Hochul's budget approach is shaping New York's legislative process.They also discussed some of the initiatives Horner has advocated over the years, including the impact of Donald Trump's Executive Order on the Climate Change Superfund Act. Horner also spoke about the Bottle Bill, electric lawn equipment, and the evolution of the legislature during his decades at the State Capitol. Learn more about your...2025-04-1134 min
Power & PoliticsRep. Mike Lawler (R) on Trump economic policies, New York's budget, Elise Stefanik and tariffs, April 4th, 2025Since the 2025 legislative session began, New York's top lawmakers have often had a common theme when discussing budgeting, and that's calling on New York's Republican Congressional delegation to "protect New Yorkers" from federal budget cuts. Mike Lawler addresses those officials, and those issues, here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2025-04-0421 min
Power & PoliticsBonus: Blake Gendebien reacts to withdrawal of Rep. Stefanik's UN nomination, March 28, 2025Elise Stefanik's nomination as the United States United Nations Ambassador was pulled on Thursday, but NY-21 hopeful on the Democratic side Blake Gendebien says he's committed to the long haul. While the Republican side hadn't chosen a candidate for the potential special election, Democrats chose Gendebien as their candidate in early February. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2025-03-3111 min
Power & PoliticsBlake Gendebien, Democratic nominee in potential NY-21 special election, March 20, 2025North Country farmer Blake Gendebien joins Power & Politics to discuss a variety of issues, including the conversation around a date for the special election in replacing Elise Stefanik, the impact of tariffs on farmers, immigration, keeping the government open, and more Note: This interview was conducted prior to the withdrawal of Stefanik's U.N. Ambassador nomination Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2025-03-2922 min
Power & PoliticsElise Stefanik's UN nomination withdrawn, instant analysis with Lee Miringoff, March 27th, 2025Lee M. Miringoff, Director at Marist University Institute for Public Opinion discusses the withdrawal of Elise Stefanik's nomination as U.N. Ambassador for the United States Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2025-03-2810 min
Power & PoliticsRennie Glasgow, Local 3343 Vice President of the American Federation of Government Employees, March 25th, 2025Rennie Glasgow discusses the impact of social security employees taking the federal government's retirement offer, responding to Elon Musk's comments, including Musk saying Social Security is the "Biggest Ponzi scheme of all time". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2025-03-2528 min
Power & PoliticsA System Under Siege: Fight for Prison Reform, March 19th, 2025A roundtable discussion, hosted by CBS6's Briana Supardi and Tom Eschen, with a variety of perspectives on the current state of New York's prison system. Guests:Patrick Stevens, Center for Community Alternatives, formerly incarcerated individual Melanie Bishop, Mother of a currently incarcerated individual Nate Yando, a CO who recently resigned Bernadette Singer, Wife of a COAsm. Scott Gray of Watertown (R)Asm. Emily Gallagher of Brooklyn (D) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adc...2025-03-1939 min
Power & PoliticsNYS Senate Minority's Response to Passed One-House Budget with Sen. Jake Ashby (R-Castleton), March 14th, 2025A fierce debate over the One-House Budget proposals took place at the NYS Capitol this week, as the Senate and Assembly passed their budgets, setting up negotiations with Governor Kathy Hochul ahead of the April 1st final Budget Agreement deadline.Jake Ashby provided some of the Senate Minority's perspective on the issues, including rebate checks, NY Heat Act, prison closures, affordability and the increase of corporate tax rates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2025-03-1420 min
Power & PoliticsDeshanna Wiggins, CEO-Albany Black Chamber of Commerce, March 13th, 2025Deshanna Wiggins, CEO of the Albany Black Chamber of Commerce joined Power & Politics on Thursday, discussed several topics, including the work the organization does to build minority-owned businesses and beyond in the City of Albany.Wiggins talked about the challenges facing business owners in Albany, and the work they do to overcome them, saying collaboration is key.The discussion also included:-Proposed State Funding in Albany-DEI initiatives-Albany growing up vs Albany now-Difference between Atlanta and Albany-Do Semiconductor investments...2025-03-1331 min
Power & PoliticsClyde Vanel, NYS Assemblyman (D-Queens), March 7th, 2025 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2025-03-0730 min
Power & PoliticsDiane Mbombo-Tite, President Congolese Association of Albany (and fellow compatriots), March 6th, 2025 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2025-03-0734 min
Power & PoliticsAntonio Delgado, New York Lieutenant Governor, February 26th, 2025In a wide-ranging, hour-plus long conversation on CBS6's Power & Politics, New York Lieutenant Governor Antonio Delgado, among other topics, addressed his recent announcement that he won't be running on Governor Hochul's Gubernatorial ticket in 2026. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2025-02-271h 09
Power & PoliticsThomas Gant, Center for Community Alternatives, February 24, 2025Thomas Gant from the Center for Community Alternatives says he believes it's not a coincidence that correction officers are putting on unsanctioned strikes as the indictment into the homicide of Robert Brooks is unsealed. He defends the HALT Act, while also advocating for legislation to improve conditions for incarcerated individuals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2025-02-2517 min
Power & PoliticsP&P Top 3 February 21, 2025: Trump vs. Hochul...Congestion Pricing Edition, Hochul doesn't fire Adams, New York's "coincidental" prison strikes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2025-02-2314 min
Power & PoliticsTa-Sean Murdock, Director-Center for Law and Justice, February 17th, 2025Ta-Sean Murdock, Director of Albany's Center for Law and Justice, joined CBS6's Power & Politics on Thursday, discussing several topics and issues facing the City of Albany and beyond."I think it's heartbreaking," Murdock said regarding the several violent incidents in Albany this week. "We're seeing continued acts of violence all across the city of Albany, but in particular the South End. And for a while, I've been saying, 'Hey, we need to do better at finding ways to pour resources into areas where we know that acts of violence take place.' We know that the...2025-02-1727 min
Power & PoliticsP&P Top 3: February 15, 2025 AG Bondi vs NY, Adams' Future in Flux, NY-21 Special Election drama-U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi announces that the Justice Department is suing the State of New York over its greenlight laws and immigration policies-High-ranking State Democrats are calling on NYC Mayor Eric Adams to step down, or for Kathy Hochul to remove him from his role...the 2025 Mayoral primary is June 24th-NY State Democrats proposing a bill to align the special election timeline with general elections...why it reported is tabled because of Kathy Hochul and Donald Trump Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2025-02-1615 min
Power & PoliticsDan Cerutti, Albany Mayoral Candidate, February 10th, 2025Albany Mayoral Candidate Dan Cerutti joined Power & Politics on Thursday, going over his plan if elected Mayor of Albany.Cerutti's background is in the tech industry, with this campaign being his first foray into the political realm. He's an Albany native, leaving the area for college and his business career, but returned nearly 10 years ago to put down roots in the Capital Region once again.A portion of the conversation focused on the $400 million proposed State funding for the revitalization of the City of Albany."I applaud the Governor and her team for...2025-02-1029 min
Power & PoliticsP&P Top 3: February 7th, 2024, New York's Special Election timeline, Sanctuary City federal funding threat, Trump and the Gaza Strip-New York Democrats reportedly want to extend the timeline of special elections and consolidate with primary or general election dates...which some are calling political-Pam Biondi is threatening funding municipalities who have Sanctuary Status-Donald Trump says he wants the United States to take ownership of the Gaza Strip Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2025-02-0711 min
Power & PoliticsDan McCoy, Albany County Executive, February 3rd, 2025Albany County Executive Dan McCoy joins Power & Politics this week, discussing some of the biggest issues facing Albany County, and discussing his future as County Executive. The wide-ranging conversation covered a variety of topics, including:-Reaction as a former first responder to the tragic plane crash in D.C.-What "Sanctuary Status" means in Albany County-If he will run for Mayor of Albany in 2025-Where he's hoping the $200 million in proposed State funding to the City of Albany will go-The future of the College of St. Rose...2025-02-0349 min
Power & PoliticsP&P Top 3 January 31st, 2025: D.C. Plane Crash, Federal Funding Freeze/UnFreeze Fallout, Sen. Hassan speaks out at RFK Jr. hearing-Recovery continues after a helicopter and passenger jet collided in Washington D.C., falling into the Potomac River, killing 67 people on board. Reaction pouring in after Donald Trump said Diversity-Equity-Inclusion to blame, Air Traffic Controllers saying hiring process is rigorous-How would potential federal funding cuts impact non-profit organizations, and how did Democrats respond?-Confirmation hearings continued this week, with New Hampshire Senator Maggie Hassan making a passionate statement against RFK Jr.'s claims regarding vaccines and autism Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2025-01-3115 min
Power & PoliticsCorey Ellis, Albany Mayoral Candidate and Common Council President, January 27th, 2025Corey Ellis, Albany Common Council President, discussed his third run for Mayor of Albany on Power & Politics this week, outlining his vision, plans and proposals for the city's future.The conversation with Ellis continues CBS6's coverage of the Albany Mayoral race, already interviewing two candidates, Dorcey Applyrs and Carolyn McLaughlin, with plans to speak with the rest of the candidates leading up to the June 24 primary."I'm running because of the same reason why I ran before," Ellis, who ran, but lost, in 2009 and 2013, says. "I believe that our city has a great potential...2025-01-2727 min
Power & PoliticsP&P Top 3: President Trump's Executive Orders, Hochul says "Elections have consequences", Tik Tok gets political, January 24th, 2025-Donald Trump's immediate Executive Orders stretch across industry and issues in the United States, including January 6th pardons-NY Governor Kathy Hochul proposed her FY2026 Budget this week, and says the State won't backfill any cuts of funding or services by the federal government-Tik Tok gives credit to Donald Trump for its return Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2025-01-2412 min
Power & PoliticsMurad Awawdeh, President and CEO New York Immigration Coalition, January 20th, 2025 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2025-01-2029 min
Power & PoliticsP&P Top 3: Hochul's State of the State, Trump Cabinet Confirmation Hearings, Isreal-Hamas Ceasefire? January 17th, 2025Governor Kathy Hochul delivered her State of the State address this week, promising an agenda of affordability, which includes tax cuts to the middle class, universal free school meals and tripling the child care tax creditTrump's Cabinet picks questioned at the Capitol by lawmakers, including Pete Hegseth and Lee ZeldinIsrael and Hamas appear to be on the verge of a ceasefire, but when will it be finalized? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2025-01-1710 min
Power & PoliticsWill Barclay, Assembly Minority Leader, reacts to Governor Hochul's 2025 State of the State, January 14th, 2025Barclay reacted to the Governor's speech, saying that Hochul echoed initiatives the Republican party has been pushing for the last few years in the State legislature, mostly the Child Tax Credit. (The Governor proposed to triple the Child Tax Credit, to $1000)"Welcome to the party, Governor, because these are issues that she talked about in her State of the State that Republican Assembly members have been talking about for some time, the two biggest things, affordability and crime," Barclay said. "She talked about a middle class tax cut, great. She talked about the inflation rebate, which, I'm...2025-01-1519 min
Power & PoliticsMichael Gianaris, NYS Senate Deputy Majority Leader, January 13th, 2025Albany — Michael Gianaris, the NYS Senate Deputy Majority Leader from Queens, joined Power & Politics this week as lawmakers returned to the State Capital for the 2025 legislative session.The conversation ranged over a myriad of topics, including: affordability priorities, universal childcare, MTA funding gap, taxing the rich, Marcy Correctional, Trump-proofing policies, immigration legislation, universal school lunches and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2025-01-1312 min
Power & PoliticsP&P Top 3: California wildfires, NYS legislature "Trump-proofing?", Trump's "Gulf of America" proposal, January 10th, 2025-California wildfires continue to devastate Los Angeles communities, how is Governor Gavin Newsom reacting to the criticism thrown his way?-New York State's legislature is back for its 2025 session, are lawmakers looking to pass "Trump-proof" policies?-Why is Donald Trump pitching to rename the Gulf of Mexico to Gulf of America? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2025-01-1010 minPower & PoliticsPrenatal Leave: Lara Bryn interviews Roberta Reardon, New York State Department of Labor Commissioner, January 9th, 2025CBS6's Lara Bryn speaks with NYS Department of Labor Commissioner Roberta Reardon to discuss New York's first-in-the-nation prenatal leave policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2025-01-0907 min
Power & PoliticsBrendan Cox, Albany Interim Police Chief January 6th, 2025Albany Interim Police Chief Brendan Cox joined Power & Politics for a comprehensive interview this week, discussing his approach as he returns to the department.Cox was Albany's Police Chief from 2015-2017, and retired from policing in 2017. Until now, he had been the Director of Policing Strategies of the L.E.A.D. National Support Bureau in his time away from policing.In December, he took over for Eric Hawkins, who had been the Chief since Cox first retired."I've been gone almost eight years, you know, there's definitely some differences," Cox said. "There's...2025-01-0641 min
Power & PoliticsP&P Top 3: Attack in New Orleans/Truck explodes in Vegas, Speaker vote begins, New Year-New Laws, January 3rd, 2025-An update on the terror attack in New Orleans, and the Cybertruck detonation in Las Vegas in front of the Trump Hotel-Will Mike Johnson have a Kevin McCarthy-like experience in his efforts to retain Speaker of the House status?-What are the new laws to watch out for now that the calendar has turned to 2025? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2025-01-0307 min
Power & PoliticsLukee Forbes, formerly incarcerated activist on the death of Robert Brooks, 12/31/2024Lukee Forbes joined Power & Politics on Monday, discussing the beating and death of Robert Brooks at Marcy Correctional Facility in December.Forbes, who is formerly incarcerated, spoke alongside other formerly incarcerated individuals and advocates at Monday's rally at the Governor's Mansion in Albany.In the interview, Forbes described his, and others experiences with correctional officers while incarcerated, saying it is a systemic, abusive culture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-12-3129 min
Power & PoliticsDepartment of Agriculture Commissioner Richard Ball, December 30th, 2024New York Commissioner of Agriculture and Markets Richard A. Ball joined CBS6's Power & Politics this week.As the State faces a decline in rural farmland, Ball talked about the importance of urban farming, and the need for resources to help urban farms grow.While he spoke about the need for the federal government to update the Farm Bill (especially after its most recent "extension"), he also spoke about State grant funding."We're going to release about a million and a million and a half dollars worth of awards here, and those projects...2024-12-3026 min
Power & PoliticsJames McDonald, New York State Department of Health Commissioner, December 23rd, 2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-12-2331 min
Everything Weather PodcastConquering the Storm with Sam CoplinSend us a textIn this episode of the Everything Weather podcast, Kyle David interviews Sam Coplin, a meteorologist from WRGB CBS6 in Albany, New York. They discuss Sam's journey from his early passion for weather to studying meteorology at Rutgers and Cornell. The episode includes Sam's experiences working with broadcast legend Lee Goldberg, handling the challenges of weather forecasting in Albany, and how he navigates the changing climate and the complexities of communicating weather to the public.Sam Coplin's SocialsFacebookTwitter/XInstagramWe want to hear...2024-12-231h 05
Power & PoliticsP&P Top 3: "President Elon Musk", Hochul's CDPAP confrontation, Cuomo sues with eyes on the prize? December 20th, 2024-Elon Musk's influence felt during Congress' spending bill negotiations, some ask at what cost?-Governor Hochul confronted by an advocate against the State's CDPAP transition, what's the Health Department say?-Former Governor Andrew Cuomo sues woman who accused him of sexual assault for defamation, as he continues trying to clear his name inside, and outside the legal system Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-12-2011 min
Power & PoliticsRep. Mike Lawler (R), NYS 17th Congressional District 12/16/2024Mike Lawler, the Hudson Valley Republican Congressman in New York's 17th Congressional District, appeared on CBS6's Power & Politics.Lawler addressed:-His anti-congestion pricing campaign-Aspirations as a potential Gubernatorial candidate-"One-party rule" in the State of New York-The Hunter Biden pardon-Kash Patel's nomination-Tariffs, lifting SALT cap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-12-1622 min
Power & PoliticsP&P Top 3: Governor Hochul's Grocery Bill, Luigi Mangione and the health care conversation, Donald Trump: Time Person of the Year, 12/13/2024-How is everyone reacting to Governor Hochul's proposal to give New Yorkers $300-$500 checks?-How has Luigi Mangione's alleged act opened up the health care conversation-Donald Trump is Time Magazine's Person of the Year, a look at this week's cabinet picks, Canada as a State, and Lawmaker Lawler and Ryan reaction Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-12-1317 min
Power & PoliticsRep. Pat Ryan (D), NYS 18th Congressional DistrictHudson Valley 18th Congressional District representative Pat Ryan (D) joined Power & Politics on Thursday, reflecting on his double-digit victory in the 2024 election (in a swing district) and what he's preparing for as a new administration takes over in January. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-12-0923 min
Power & PoliticsP&P Top 3: President Biden pardons Hunter Biden, Supreme Court hears arguments on gender-affirming care for minors, Anthem calls off anesthesia coverage change 12/6/2024-Joe Biden pardons his son Hunter, reaction from Democratic Congressman Pat Ryan and Republican Congressman Marc Molinaro-What Supreme Court Justices were saying as they heard arguments over Tennessee's ban on gender-affirming care for minors-Why Politicians pushed back against a proposal that groups claimed would put time limits on anesthesia coverage, and why Anthem reversed course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-12-0610 min
Power & PoliticsP&P Top 3: Trump/Sheinbaum's border call, Mexican, Canadian, Chinese Tariff Wars?, Hochul says she's governing...Rep. Torres says she's Biden-Donald Trump says his call with Mexican President-Elect Claude Sheinbaum resulted in the border being closed, she has a different account-Mexico, Canada and China all reacting to Trump's tariff proposals, what's the reasoning, and will they retaliate?-Democratic Rep Ritchie Torres is on a media blitz criticizing current Democratic Governor Kathy Hochul, setting a stage for a potential 2026 Democratic Gubernatorial primary...and now Hochul and her campaign team are reacting. Where does Republican Rep. Mike Lawler fit into this? Is it too early? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...2024-11-2910 min
Power & PoliticsAndrea Chrisjohn, Haudenosaunee Woman, Iroquois Museum Trustee, November 27th, 2024Andrea Chrisjohn, a Haudenosaunee woman who is also a trustee at the Iroquois Museum, joined Power & Politics from the Museum this week.Chrisjohn spoke about:-Her experience as an unenrolled member of the Oneida Nation, saying as an adult, her voice was finally heard when she joined the Iroquois Museum as a Trustee-Her relationship with her Grandfather-How she views the holiday of Thanksgiving, and her message to those celebrating-Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, and New York's steps to acknowledge the Native American people, their culture, and...2024-11-2847 min
Power & PoliticsNatasha Pernicka, Executive Director, Food Pantries of the Capital District, November 25th, 2024Natasha Pernicka discusses increase in need at food pantries, fighting food insecurity Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-11-2524 min
Power & PoliticsP&P Top 3: Ukraine escalation, Trump Cabinet Pick Latest, Wildfires and Hochul Climate-Reaction to White House supplying Ukraine with long-range missiles-Dr. Oz, Linda McMahon tabbed as latest Trump Cabinet picks-As wildfires burn in the Northeast, environmental advocates calling on Hochul to put action behind her words Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-11-2209 min
Power & PoliticsDavid Sirota, Former Bernie Sanders speechwriter, Founder of The Lever News, Oscar Nominee-Don't Look Up 11/14/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-11-1829 min
Power & PoliticsP&P Top 3: Congestion Pricing, NY-21 Contenders, Matt Gaetz 11/15/2024-Governor Hochul un-pauses congestion pricing, reacts to Donald Trump's statement-Who will replace Rep. Elise Stefanik in NY's 21st Congressional District?-Trump selects Matt Gaetz for Attorney General, will he make it through confirmation, will he have to? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-11-1510 min
Power & PoliticsPhil Steck, newly reelected to NYS 110th Assembly District, November 7th, 2024Democrat Assemblyman Phil Steck joined Power & Politics on Tuesday, fresh off of his victory in New York's 110th Assembly District election.Steck spoke about being reelected, the Democrat party's approach State-wide and nationally, and also lended his reaction to Governor Hochul's move to "preserve freedoms" in New York as the country approaches a second Donald Trump administration. Steck also spoke about the potential for a Special Session to implement those measures, as Governor Gavin Newsom called for one in California on Thursday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-11-0845 min
Power & PoliticsMarc Molinaro, Republican incumbent in 19th Congressional District race, October 31st, 2024Washington D.C. — Much of the nation's attention will be on battleground Congressional District races on November 5th, including in New York State.One of the most contentious, and expensive, races in the Country is New York's 19th Congressional race between Republican incumbent Marc Molinaro and Democrat challenger Josh Riley.This 2024 race is a rematch of 2022, when Molinaro beat Riley by about 4500 votes.CBS6 has reached out several times to the Riley campaign for an interview over the last few weeks and months, but have yet to receive a response.CBS6 rec...2024-11-0114 min
Power & PoliticsTown Hall with Pat Fahy, 46th NYS Senate District Candidate, October 28th, 2024Assemblymember Pat Fahy has thrown her hat in the ring as the Democratic candidate for the 46th Senate District of NYS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-10-3124 min
Power & PoliticsAlvin Gamble, NYS Senate 43rd District Democratic Candidate. October 25th, 2024Alvin Gamble, the Democratic candidate in this year's 43rd District NYS Senate race, joined CBS6's Power & Politics on Thursday.Gamble, currently on Colonie's Town Board, discussed several issues, touching on the issues he believes are facing residents in the 43rd District, which includes the Town of Colonie, but also Rensselaer and Washington Counties.The conversation ranged from agriculture, to housing, to EMS availability and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-10-2525 min
Power & PoliticsJake Ashby, NYS Senator, 43rd District Republican Candidate, October 23rd, 2024Ashby discussed many of the issues he says are impacting voters in the district, including outmigration, public safety and his initiatives regarding veterans during his time in office. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-10-2433 min
Power & PoliticsMinita Sanghvi, NY 44th Senate District Candidate October 18th, 2024Minita Sanghvi, the Democratic candidate in the race for New York State's 44th Senate District, joined CBS6' Power & Politics on Thursday, discussing her vision for the district if elected in November.The conversation discussed the biggest issues facing residents in the district, ranging from funding for sidewalks, to affordable housing, the equal rights amendment, and with Sanghvi as the current Saratoga Springs Commissioner of Finance, the results of the new paid parking in the city's garages and lots. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-10-1836 min
Power & PoliticsJim Tedisco, NYS Senator, 44th District October 16th, 2024NY State Senator Jim Tedisco appeared on CBS6's Power & Politics on Wednesday, discussing the issues he says are impacting the constituents of New York's 44th Senate District the most.Tedisco, a Republican, is running against Democrat Minita Sanghvi in this year's election Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-10-1739 min
Power & PoliticsAnthony Constantino, StickerMule Founder/CEO October 11, 2024After lighting a "Vote for Trump" sign in front of hundreds in the City of Amsterdam on Monday night, Sticker Mule Founder and CEO Anthony Constantino joins CBS6's Power and Politics on Thursday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-10-1117 min
Power & PoliticsPaula Collins, NY-21st District Democratic Candidate, Oct 4th, 2024New York 21st District Congressional Candidate for the Democratic Party, Paula Collins, appeared on CBS6' Power and Politics on Thursday. Collins discussed a variety of issues during the newscast, telling the audience why she believes her campaign is different than the previous candidates to go up against Elise Stefanik, her views on the border, funding for Ukraine, immigrants, and FEMA, along with New York's cannabis rollout as a cannabis tax attorney. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-10-0429 min
Power & PoliticsElise Stefanik, Republican Congresswoman, from the U.S. CapitolElise Stefanik, the top ranking female Republican in the U.S. House of Representatives, joins Power and Politics for a wide ranging conversation.She discusses:-Governor Cuomo testifying at the Capitol-Donald Trump/Kamala Harris' campaigns-Border Policy, Economic Policy Proposals-Gun rights-Influence amongst other New York Republicans(This interview was taped on 9/10/2024) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-09-2718 min
Power & PoliticsAlbany County District Attorney Debate, September 24th, 2024Democrat Lee Kindlon and Republican Ralph Ambrosio went head to head for a debate at the CBS 6 studios Tuesday.Moderated by Tom Eschen, the debate focused on bail reform, gangs, gun buyback programs, & more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-09-2645 min
Power & PoliticsRep. Tom Suozzi, Democratic Long Island Congressman from the U.S. Capitol, September 19th, 2024Tom Suozzi, a Democrat representing New York's 3rd Congressional District, joined Power and Politics for a wide-ranging conversation on a variety of topics.They discuss:-The SAVE Act-Border Policy, and if President Biden waited too long to issue Executive Action-Nassau County's recent mask ban and transgender athlete legislation-Economic policies, and the impact of Government spending on inflation-The War in Ukraine, and recent comments made by RFK Jr. regarding the U.S.' role Learn more about your ad choices...2024-09-2026 min
Power & PoliticsMarcella Goheen, Essential Care Visitor Founder September 13, 2024Four years after organizing a rally at the NYS Capital, Marcella Goheen joined Power & Politics on Thursday, discussing the state of nursing home care.Goheen cares for her husband, who is in a nursing home, and was unable to provide that care during the pandemic. Her advocacy launched Essential Care Visitor, an organization which highlights the current conditions in nursing homes in New York State.Her op-ed in the New York Times in 2021 prompted legislation which allowed caregivers back into in-person care.Goheen attended Tuesday's House Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic hearing...2024-09-1443 min
Power & PoliticsPete Buttigieg, U.S Transportation Secretary September 11th, 2024U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg provides an update on the Castelton-On-Hudson Bridge repairs, as the eastbound deck project, with $21 million in federal funding, is set to begin soon. Buttigieg also discusses the recent CBS6 report about repairs needed for the Mario Cuomo Bridge. While speaking about the federal infrastructure law, he addressed the funding included for the electric grid. He also provided updates on the Airline Transparency Law and the Railway Safety Act. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-09-1115 min
Power & PoliticsJohn King, SUNY Chancellor, September 6th, 2024SUNY Chancellor John King took over the role in January 2023, and says the SUNY System is turning the tide with its enrollment, seeing increases in 2023. With that in mind, he also discusses the potential $1 billion budget deficit for SUNY within the next decade, and what's needed within enrollment and State aid to help offset those shortfalls. He also speaks about civic engagement, and their approach to protests and potential encampments moving forward. Multiple institutions have seen significant declines in Black and Hispanic students since the Supreme Court struck down Affirmative Action, and Chancellor King goes through ways they're working...2024-09-0628 min
Power & PoliticsPaul Tonko, Democratic Congressman, In-Studio September 5th, 2024Following a conversation at the U.S. Capitol in June, New York Democratic Congressman (NY-20), joined Power and Politics to recap the August District Work Period, while also looking forward to the House's return to session on September 9th. The discussion ranged from constituent concerns, Kamala Harris' policy proposal, border policy, campus protests, Farm Bill expiration, potential Government shutdown, sports betting, and he also addressed the recent news of a Kathy Hochul aide being accused of working for the Chinese government. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-09-0537 min
Power & PoliticsDr. Alice Green, Remembering Civil Rights Leader August 30th, 2024Capital Region civil rights Activist Dr. Alice Green passed away on August 20, 2024, leaving behind a lasting legacy of fighting for civil rights in the Capital Region and beyond. In this podcast, we look back at recent conversations with Green on a variety of topics.-Reparations in New York-Bail Reform-Prison Reform-Relationship between Police and Community Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-08-3022 min
Power & PoliticsAlbany Mayor Kathy Sheehan from the DNC in Chicago, August 22nd, 2024Albany Mayor Kathy Sheehan joined CBS6' Power and Politics for a virtual interview from Chicago in the midst of the Democratic National Convention. She spoke about:-The message that's resonated with her the most-What she expects from Kamala Harris, and her background as a prosecutor-Republican accusations of Biden's stepping down as a "coup"-Border Policy-Lil' John Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-08-2317 min
Power & PoliticsIndependent Presidential Candidate Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., August 12th, 2024As he continues his independent Presidential campaign, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. sat down with CBS6 on Power and Politics for a wide-ranging, 30-minute interview.Their conversation begins with RFK Jr.'s thoughts on the recent federal trial in Albany regarding a lawsuit by Democrats to get RFK Jr. off the ballot in New York State.From there RFK addressed leaving the Democratic Party, and his family's reaction to that, as some have since endorsed the Biden-Harris campaign. He says he stands for a Democratic Party which believes in freedom of speech, pro-life and bodily autonomy, an...2024-08-2335 min
Power & PoliticsNYS Congressman Brandon Williams, August 8th, 2024Upstate Republican Congressman Brandon Williams, who represents New York's 22nd District, joined CBS6 on Power and Politics at the U.S. Capitol. Williams, based in Central New York, is a former nuclear submarine officer, and founded a software company.Williams spoke about:-Bringing his experience in tech industry to federal government-That New York is "the worst place in American for solar [power]"-Facilitating Micron's entry to Upstate New York-The Interstate 81 Viaduct Project-Supporting Ukraine in their war against Russia-Border policy, reacting to...2024-08-2325 min
Power & PoliticsNYS Congressman Marc Molinaro from the U.S. Capitol, August 1st, 2024Republican Congressman Marc Molinaro, who represents New York's 19th Congressional District, joined CBS6 for Power and Politics on location at the U.S. Capitol.As the interview commenced, Molinaro drafted new legislation regarding a convicted illegal immigrant database.The conversation included discussions on:-Molinaro being named the 2nd most bipartisan member of Congress-His reflections on his time in office as a Freshman Congressman-Donald Trump's criminal cases-Israel/Hamas War "Israel has every right to remove Hamas from the face of the planet"-Push to...2024-08-2320 min
Power & PoliticsColumbia County Sanctuary Movement, July 26th, 2024Members of Columbia County Sanctuary Movement is preparing for its 1st Annual Caribbean Festival, their goal is to bring together Albany's diverse culture, people, businesses and also its new residents seeking asylum. They also discuss some of the current challenges and successes of immigrants in the Capital Region Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-08-2322 min
Power & PoliticsU.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand from the U.S. Capitol, July 18th, 2024At the U.S. Capitol, CBS6 spoke at length with U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, who reflected on her last 15 years in office, along with some of her areas of focus right now.Gillibrand addressed the concerns regarding Joe Biden's vitality and Donald Trump's felony conviction in this Presidential race, also discussing the Farm Bill and the fight to restore maximum SNAP benefits.Gillibrand also spoke about immigration, and the impact of Joe Biden's executive action bringing border crossings to a 3-year low in June, but also addressing her concerns around immigrants...2024-08-2317 min
Power & PoliticsNYS Congressman Paul Tonko from the U.S. Capitol, July 14th, 2024New York Democratic Congressman Paul Tonko spoke with CBS6 as a part of Power and Politics on location at the U.S. Capitol, discussing many issues currently impacting New Yorkers and beyond. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-08-2309 min
Power & PoliticsNYS Republican 109th Assembly District Primary Winner Alicia Purdy, July 3rd, 2024In a wide-ranging conversation, Purdy, a former journalist who ran for Mayor of Albany in 2021, and the 109th seat in 2022, discussed many local and State issues impacting Capital Region residents. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-08-2338 min
Power & PoliticsNYS Democratic 109th Assembly District Primary Winner Gabriella Romero, June 27th, 2024The Democratic representative for the 109th NYS Assembly District, Gabriella Romero, joined CBS6 Power and Politics on Thursday. Romero was fresh off of her Tuesday primary victory.She spoke about:-Her primary victory, and connecting with the 109th District moving forward-The City of Albany's recent case of an undocumented immigrant accused of raping a teenager-The Albany Common Council's ceasefire resolution, which she co-sponsored Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-08-2335 min
Power & PoliticsAlbany County District Attorney David Soares, June 20th, 2024Over the course of the nearly 30 minute conversation, Soares discussed the County Comptroller's investigation of a $24,000 bonus he gave himself, the status of public safety in Albany County, his perspective on bail reform and what he says his office was doing prior to the laws being enacted in 2019. He also gave his thoughts on the Democratic party, and his status within the party, and what he believes is riding on this election. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-08-2333 min
Power & PoliticsAlbany County District Attorney Candidate Lee Kindlon, June 18th, 2024A week away from the Democratic primary, prominent Capital Region Defense Attorney Lee Kindlon joined CBS6' Power and Politics on Tuesday, discussing the race, his positions, and what incumbent David Soares has said during the campaign. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-08-2326 min
Power & PoliticsNYS Assemblywoman Pat Fahy, June 14th, 2024NYS Assemblymember Pat Fahy discusses her endorsements for upcoming Democratic primaries, recent Supreme Court decisions addressing guns, specifically bump stocks, the future of the St. Rose campus, housing-including her short term rental legislation, the Central Warehouse and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-08-2324 min
Power & PoliticsLegendary Track Announcer Tom Durkin Live from Belmont at Saratoga, June 7th, 2024Legendary horse racing announcer Tom Durkin joined Tom Eschen on CBS6's Power and Politics on Thursday, live from Saratoga Race Course.Durkin, who retired in 2014, said, prior to the construction at Belmont Park, situating the Belmont Stakes at Saratoga Race Course was an "impossibility".In the extended conversation Durkin also spoke about:-The biggest differences between Belmont Park and Saratoga Race Course-Long-term impact of Saratoga hosting the Belmont Stakes-Why Saratoga is the "Graveyard of Favorites"-His pick for the Belmont Stakes-What's...2024-08-2314 min
Power & PoliticsNYS Assemblyman Scott Bendett, June 1st, 2024Bendett, whose district covers Rensselaer, Washington, Columbia counties, along with the Town of Bethlehem, was a Rensselaer County legislator prior to his election to the State Assembly in November of 2022.They covered several topics:-Impressions of the State legislature as he looks back at his first term in office-Reaction to Donald Trump's conviction-The difference between working in the Republican majority of the Rensselaer County legislature and the Republican Minorityin the NYS Assembly-Proposed social media guardrail legislation-State cannabis rollout...2024-08-2330 min
Power & PoliticsRedburn Development Principal Jeff Buell, May 23rd, 2024While appearing on CBS6's Power and Politics, Redburn Development Partners Principal Jeff Buell said the company has officially applied for a State grant to help fund the cost of demolishing the structure.Buell also spoke about the proposal for a soccer stadium in Downtown Albany, his new initiative Knowhere Collaborative and its roots, inclusionary zoning, and his hope for the future of the region. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-08-2336 min
Power & PoliticsSaratoga County Chamber of Commerce President Todd Shimkus, May 18th, 2024Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce President Todd Shimkus joined Tom Eschen on Power and Politics this week, discussing the latest in preparations for the Belmont Stakes at Saratoga Racecourse on June 8th.Three weeks until race day, Shimkus says hotel rooms are still available for the entirety of the racing festival. Wednesday night will kick the festivities off with "Belmont on Broadway," where Blues Traveler will perform live in the city."Hotel space is available each night, 180 bars and restaurants in Saratoga Springs alone,over 100 more in Saratoga County, they have reservations. Shops are buying...2024-08-2324 min
Power & PoliticsNYSUT President Melinda Person, May 12, 2024The conversation included topics like school safety/lockdown drills, teacher shortages, absenteeism, along with the discussion around Foundation Aid and Hold Harmless during this year's budget debate."The perception that school districts are teaching to empty desks, that enrollment has declined so therefore we can cut funding, we really blew that myth away when we went out and talked to educators in schools," Person says. "What we saw was that districts were actually using that decline in enrollment to invest in things that they always to do in our schools."Person said districts are providing...2024-08-2328 min
Power & PoliticsNYS Assemblyman John McDonald, May 11th, 2024 Following the announcement of $5 million in state funding to keep the Burdett Birth Center open over the next five years, New York State Assemblyman John McDonald (D-Cohoes), joined Tom Eschen on Power and Politics.They took a deep dive into the Birth Center funding, and why he wants the State to continue to support pre and postnatal care, and also the community members who fought to keep the Center open. That conversation continued with the issues facing emergency rooms and the root causes behind long wait times.McDonald also discussed the movement at the State l...2024-08-2331 min
Power & PoliticsTroy Mayor Carmella Mantello, April 28th, 2024Mantello ran her campaign on creating a "safer, cleaner" future for the City of Troy, and laid out initiatives she believes are steps in the right direction for the citizens of the City. She touches on:-The city's workplace culture-responding to resident issues-vision for future of City Hall-The potential closure of the Burdett Birth Center on June 30th-Troy's lead pipe replacement progress-The City's American Rescue Plan Act funding status-Public safety-Relationship with City Council-Biggest differ...2024-08-2329 min
Power & PoliticsAlbany County Legislator Carolyn McLaughlin, April 12th, 2024Dr. McLaughlin gave her perspective on several of the issues currently facing residents in the City of Albany.-30 years of public service-Being the first Black Albany Common Council President-David Soares controversy-ARPA fund update-Vision for site of South End Grocery store-affordability for the elderly, and young people in the City Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-08-2325 min
Power & Politics2025 Albany Mayoral Candidate Dorcey Applyrs, April 4th, 2024The City of Albany's Chief City Auditor and 2025 Albany Mayoral Candidate Dorcey Applyrs appeared on CBS6's Power and Politics this week.She discusses:-The recent comments by Rebecca Lobo saying "What's there to do in Albany?"-Her background, and motivations in public service-Endorsement from State Senator Neil Breslin-Recent equity audit findings-Albany Police Department adding 20 social worker positions-Albany's inclusionary zoning ordinance-The future of the Central Warehouse Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone...2024-08-2324 min
Power & PoliticsSaratoga Springs Mayor John Safford, April 2nd, 2024The wide-ranging conversation covered several of the current issues in Saratoga Springs right now, including the Belmont, First 100 Days, and Campaign of Civility, People Experiencing Homelessness, Short-Term Rentals, City Council Meetings, Saratoga Black Lives Matter, Paid Parking Proposal, Public Safety and more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-08-2326 min
Power & PoliticsNYS Senator Neil Breslin, March 15, 2024They discuss:
Breslin's retirement after 28 years of serving in the Senate, the Chamber's longest tenured Senator
Breslin's brothers, who all held public office at one point in their careers
Migrant crisis, and why Breslin believes immigrant can help solve New York's outmigration problem, helping fill jobs
The cost of the legislature's budget proposal, going about $13 billion above Governor Kathy Hochul's, over $240 billion from the Senate
His thoughts on Governor Kathy Hochul's relationship with the legislature, and why he thinks this budget conversation will make a big difference
His perspective in working with Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins
What...2024-08-2321 minPower & PoliticsIntroducing Power & PoliticsPower & Politics is a podcast that explores how local political decisions impact our daily lives. Host Tom Eschen engages in frank conversations with community leaders and influential figures, asking tough questions to cut through rhetoric and hold decision-makers accountable on issues ranging from taxes to public safety and healthcare. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-08-0501 min
On The Record with AmbiLisa Woolfson (B.A.'20)Since graduating last year in May 2020, Lisa Woolfson freelanced for Washington Jewish Week and the Baltimore Jewish Times. Recently she became a Newscast Producer at WRGB-CBS6. Learn more about Lisa by listening to her episode! 2021-05-0311 min