Kathy Hochul Sees Her Star Rise

“One year ago, Gov. Kathy Hochul’s popularity was plummeting, rivals from the left and right were circling and her path to re-election looked bumpy,” the New York Times reports.

“Now, with the election nine months away, Ms. Hochul is heading to Syracuse for the State Democratic Party convention on Friday in a somewhat surprising position of strength. Two Republican bids fizzled: Representative Elise Stefanik dropped out, and Representative Mike Lawler’s challenge never materialized. Mr. Torres similarly ruled out running.”

“The only serious candidates left standing are Bruce Blakeman, the Republican Nassau County executive, and Mr. Delgado, who entered the race in June.”