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Off Topic/On Politics

By: Spectrum News NY1
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  • What happens when three New York reporters sit in a (small) room and talk politics? Join the NY1 political team each week for a conversation where no topic is off-limits and everything is on the record.​
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Episodes
  • Primary recap and budget talks
    Jun 28 2024

    Tuesday’s primary election went pretty much as expected, but the impact and national significance of Westchester County Executive George Latimer's win over two-term incumbent Jamaal Bowman will be measured in the months ahead. NY1 investigative reporter Courtney Gross and political reporters Bobby Cuza and Ayana Harry analyze the contest in Congressional District 16, as well as the results of several downballot races.

    After that, the city budget deadline is this Sunday, June 30. A handshake agreement is expected before then, but the City Council and the mayor have been at odds over a variety of issues and cuts. The "Off Topic" team looks at where they think the cuts will be and what effects they will have on New Yorkers.

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    32 mins
  • Primary preview plus a potential mask ban for straphangers
    Jun 21 2024

    Next Tuesday is primary day here in New York City. There are three Congressional primaries and several primaries for State Senate and the Assembly. NY1 investigative reporter Courtney Gross, political reporter Bobby Cuza and Statehouse reporter Bernadette Hogan look at some of the more high-profile races including NY-16 in parts of the Bronx and Westchester — between Democrats George Latimer and the incumbent Jamaal Bowman. They also look at some down-ballot races which have been receiving less attention.

    After that, in an about-face, Gov. Hochul is considering banning commuters from wearing face masks on mass transit. The possible move comes as there are increasing concerns that criminals are wearing masks while they commit crimes. The proposal immediately sparked controversy, and comes as the governor faces her lowest favorability and job approval ratings ever, according to a new Siena College poll. The "Off Topic" team discusses the proposed ban as well as Hochul’s plummeting poll numbers.

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    34 mins
  • Bowman and Latimer clash in NY-16 debate live on NY1
    Jun 14 2024

    In a televised debate on NY1, Rep. Jamaal Bowman and his Democratic primary challenger, Westchester County Executive George Latimer, traded policy positions and sharp words just two days before the start of early voting. The Democratic primary in the 16th Congressional District is one of the more hotly contested primary races in our area. NY1 investigative reporter Courtney Gross, and political reporters Bobby Cuza and Ayana Harry, discussed the fiery debate and look at how the candidates differ on key policies.

    After that, congestion pricing is still on the minds of many New Yorkers. A week after Gov. Kathy Hochul's shocking announcement to pause the long-planned Manhattan toll, advocates and city officials are looking for answers and are threatening lawsuits. The ‘"Off Topic" team discusses whether the lawsuits can actually overturn the governor's decision, and look at how the MTA will make up an enormous loss of revenue.

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    34 mins

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