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I never get to do this, because it's been almost half my life, but: some personal news. Friday is my last day @wamcradio.bsky.social.

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July 24, 2025 at 5:12 PM
A statement of support for New York state Education Commissioner Betty Rosa, who is facing criticism for quietly taking a $155,000 pay hike, says "female leaders, particularly those of color, have historically been subjected to lower compensation rates compared with their peers."
February 3, 2025 at 2:04 PM
Cook on New York's 2026 gubernatorial race: "not considered competitive at this point but has the potential to change"
January 23, 2025 at 1:07 PM
Per advisory, Albany Mayor Kathy Sheehan’s longtime chief of staff David Galin will mount a bid for auditor, as the current auditor runs for mayor
January 14, 2025 at 5:27 PM
If you missed today's special, you can download it now on the WAMC News Podcast.

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January 9, 2025 at 12:16 AM
The New York state legislative session begins today and we'll be setting the stage with a special live hour beginning at 4 p.m. We'll be joined by legislative leaders, lawmakers, reporters and analysts from around the state on WAMC.
January 8, 2025 at 12:55 PM
Assemblyman D. Billy Jones of the 115th district, likely Democrats' most prominent potential candidate, will not run in the #NY21 special election when Rep. Stefanik heads to the UN
January 3, 2025 at 7:17 PM
It’s hard to imagine how a bum poll wouldn’t be protected speech
December 19, 2024 at 9:49 PM
On Sunday, Dave Parker got the call to join the Baseball Hall of Fame and Juan Soto signed a nearly $1 billion 15-year contract.

We chatted in 2021 about the Pirate great's landmark $1 million deal and more.

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December 9, 2024 at 2:01 PM
I think @joncampbellny.bsky.social may be to credit for the quotation marks, which feels like a new chapter in this
December 5, 2024 at 3:06 AM
For those who observe
December 3, 2024 at 11:18 PM
Asked NY-18 Democratic Rep. Pat Ryan about the Biden pardon.

"That protective impulse, I understand it. I do think, though, this sets a really problematic precedent. I don’t believe we’ve ever had a president pardon their own child. I think that’s problematic. So I don’t agree with the call."
December 2, 2024 at 4:05 PM
The city of Albany is closing Cafe Hollywood on Lark Street after a man was shot and wounded there in the wee hours today
November 24, 2024 at 9:54 PM
Asked NY-16 Rep.-elect and Westchester County Exec. George Latimer about next door NY-17 Rep. Lawler's gubernatorial chances and Gov. Hochul's standing today on WAMC's Congressional Corner.

"He's a formidable individual...I would not underestimate his skill set."
November 22, 2024 at 4:31 PM
They did not come with bubblegum
November 19, 2024 at 8:44 PM
I’m hosting Midday Magazine today at WAMC!
November 17, 2024 at 5:02 PM