Recent Streetsblog NYC posts about Elections

Cuomo’s Econ Plan Whispers Sweet Transportation Nothings

By Noah Kazis | Oct 1, 2010 | 17 Comments

When Andrew Cuomo released his “New York Works” economic development plan earlier this week, much attention was paid to the fact that he did it in Carl Paladino’s backyard. But there’s also a full chapter on rebuilding New York State’s infrastructure, particularly its transportation system, buried in that document. The Cuomo transportation plan bears all […]

Three Transit Villains Exit the Stage in 2010 Primaries

By Ben Fried | Sep 15, 2010 | 10 Comments

The votes have been counted in the 2010 primaries, humbling three of the state legislators who killed major transit funding initiatives the past few years. Richard Brodsky, ringleader of the anti-congestion pricing contingent in Albany, vacated his Assembly seat in a bid for Attorney General. He lost convincingly last night. Bridge toll obstructionist Pedro Espada, […]

Election Night Open Thread: Rivera KOs Espada

By Ben Fried | Sep 14, 2010 | 13 Comments

The early returns are in, and Pedro Espada is going to have to make up some ground to retain his seat in the State Senate. Other incumbents don’t seem to be in as much jeopardy. Update: It’s official. Espada has conceded the race to challenger Gustavo Rivera. It also looks like congestion pricing antagonist and […]

Primary Day Open Thread

By Ben Fried | Sep 14, 2010 | 9 Comments

So the big day is here and several seats in the state legislature are in play. Leave your analysis, predictions, and stories from the polls in the comments.

NYC Primaries: A Handful of Votes Will Shape Transpo Policy for Millions

By Noah Kazis | Sep 13, 2010 | 6 Comments

Primary day is tomorrow, which means one thing for livable streets advocates: You need to get out there and vote. Remember, whether it’s MTA financing or complete streets, bus lane cameras or smart growth, some of the biggest decisions about how New Yorkers get around will rest with the Albany-bound pols who win tomorrow. The open […]

House Candidates Powell and Towns Taking Questions on WNYC Today

By Ben Fried | Sep 9, 2010 | No Comments

This year’s election coverage at Streetsblog is mostly focused on the primary races where seats in the state legislature are up for grabs, but we’ve also got some competitive congressional contests where the Democratic nomination is at stake. One of them is the 10th congressional district in Brooklyn, where 13-term incumbent Ed Towns faces a […]

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