You Decide with Errol Louis: Recent Episodes
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NY1’s Errol Louis has been interviewing powerful politicians and cultural icons for years, but it’s when the TV cameras are turned off that things really get interesting. From career highlights, to personal moments, to stories that have never been told, join Errol each week for intimate conversations with the people who are shaping the future of New York and beyond. Listen to "You Decide with Errol Louis" every Wednesday, wherever you listen to podcasts.
One week after Donald Trump defeated Kamala Harris, many across the country are wondering how he won so soundly and what this means for the country moving forward. Trump has wasted little time naming cabinet members to his incoming administration, while Democrats are scratching their heads and pointing fingers about what went wrong. At the same time, while the president-elect won all of the swing states on his road to the White House, Democrats either held onto or won Senate seats in four of those battleground states that Harris lost. So, is it a red wave or just a Trump wave?
To help make sense of all of this, veteran North Carolina Spectrum News political anchor Tim Boyum joined NY1’s Errol Louis to share his perspective as someone who watched the race play out in a swing state where Trump won the presidential race but the Democrats won the race for governor. They also discussed the realities of mass deportation, and the GOP retaining its House majority.
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Easily winning on Election Day, Donald Trump will be returning to the White House as the nation’s 47th president. While New York was one of the few states Vice President Kamala Harris won, the margin of victory was significantly lower than usual for a Democrat, marking the party’s worst presidential performance in the state since 1988. Down-ballot, however, New York Democrats won some key congressional House races, as they will retake some of the seats they lost in the midterm elections in 2022. So what does all of this mean for New York?
Spectrum News political anchor Susan Arbetter joined NY1's Errol Louis to discuss the results of the election and the impact it will have on New York. They also discussed why they were surprised by the country swinging right and the trouble in predicting elections. Additionally, Errol weighed in on how New York City Mayor Eric Adams may be feeling following Trump’s victory.
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State Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani announced his mayoral run last week, looking to unseat Mayor Eric Adams, who faces an uphill battle for reelection as he fights federal corruption charges. Mamdani is running as the most progressive candidate in the crowded race so far and has already received the endorsement of the New York City Chapter of the Democratic Socialists of America.
Mamdani joined NY1’s Errol Louis to discuss his decision to run for mayor. The conversation also touched on his thoughts on the Adams administration, his role in helping taxi drivers, the war between Israel and Hamas and ways to improve the MTA through new technology.
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The first indictment in modern history against a sitting New York City mayor has dominated local headlines. Where is the case headed? What will this mean for the administration’s ability to move forward with day-to-day operations? And what are the political implications if Mayor Eric Adams runs for reelection — or steps down? Vital City and the Columbia Journalism School hosted a virtual conversation featuring perspectives from law enforcement, journalism and government on the political and legal consequences of the allegations against Mayor Adams. The conversation was moderated by Errol Louis and included Stan Brezenoff; former First Deputy Mayor Carrie Cohen; former Assistant U.S. Attorney for the Southern District Tom Robbins; and investigative journalist and political strategist Basil Smikle.
Before that, Errol sits down with Spectrum News Chief National Political Reporter Josh Robin to discuss a brand new national special, “In Us We Trust: A Crisis of Confidence.”
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Since 1984, American historian and professor Allan Lichtman has correctly predicted nine of the last 10 presidential races. Lichtman, however, does not use polling data. Instead, he has developed a set of 13 metrics — or, as he calls them, keys.
Lichtman appeared on the podcast in February to discuss his elaborate forecasting system, and he promised he’d return after he announced his pick for president. Now, Lichtman joined Errol to discuss why he believes Kamala Harris will be victorious in November. The pair also discussed the possibility of an October surprise, how past predictions have made him unpopular, and why it is governing, not campaigning, that ultimately matters.
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With less than 30 days until Election Day and early voting already underway in some states, how we hold elections — and whether the results will be honored — is on the minds of many Americans. Ari Berman is the national voting rights correspondent for Mother Jones magazine and the author of “Minority Rule: The Right-Wing Attack on the Will of the People—and the Fight to Resist It.”
Ari joined Errol to discuss his book, as well as the stakes of the upcoming election. They also talked about the influence of conservative firebrand Pat Buchanan on Donald Trump, how rural states hold disproportionate power in the U.S. Senate, and the ways in which Generation Z could affect future elections.
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This week, Mayor Eric Adams appeared in court, where federal prosecutors said they might bring additional charges against him and indict others. Adams has maintained he will fight the charges and continue doing his job effectively. Many others have called on him to resign.
The charges were brought by Damian Williams, the U.S. attorney for the southern district. NY1’s Errol Louis discussed Williams’ resume and how he became the first and only Black U.S. attorney in the 235-year-old history of the southern district. He also talked with Katie Honan of The City about what lies ahead for Adams and the city of New York.
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Oath is a tech platform that provides data-driven recommendations for Democratic donors to make campaign contributions based on their issue interests, geographic focus or other criteria to maximize their impact. The platform connects donors with candidates and ballot initiatives they never would have found otherwise.
Brian Derrick is a political strategist, activist and tech entrepreneur who is revolutionizing civic engagement as the CEO of Oath. He joined NY1’s Errol Louis to discuss why he created Oath and his hopes for the future of the organization. They also discussed Oath’s immediate goals for the upcoming election, the importance of downballot races and the disadvantages of the antiquated methods candidates currently used to raise money.
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In 1974, it would have seemed unlikely that a massive biography of a New York urban planner would become an essential volume in the library of almost every American politician and pundit.
But, if anything, Robert Caro’s exhaustive examination of the life and legacy of Robert Moses has become even more important and relevant as time passes. “The Power Broker” is often enthralling reading, and NY1’s Errol Louis tackles how it continues to captivate its readers, 50 years after its publication.
Through conversations with New York City journalists, historians and documentarians, Louis examines the book’s ongoing impact and relevance. The discussion delves into Caro’s meticulous research for the 1,200-page book while also reexamining Moses’ complex legacy. Documentary filmmaker Lizzie Gottlieb, historian Kenneth Jackson and New York Times reporter Dana Rubinstein, and Robert Caro himself (via exclusive NY1 archived interviews), provide a nuanced look at the influence of the book and its subject.
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Since the Twin Towers fell, Lower Manhattan has gone through a tremendous overhaul. This week, NY1’s Errol Louis sat down with developer Larry Silverstein to talk about his long effort to rebuild the World Trade Center and the surrounding area.
The conversation took place in 7 World Trade Center, which was also destroyed on Sept. 11. It was the first building that was re-constructed by Silverstein, who had signed a 99-year lease for the World Trade Center Complex on July 24, 2001, just seven weeks before the terror attacks. He is detailing his experiences in a new memoir, titled, “THE RISING: The Twenty-Year Battle to Rebuild the World Trade Center.” They also discussed how he first got into the real estate business and how his wife’s insistence on visiting a dermatologist ultimately saved his life on Sept. 11.
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One person was killed, and four others were injured after gunfire broke out at the West Indian American Day Parade in Brooklyn on Monday afternoon. Despite the NYPD’s efforts to increase security at one of the city’s largest parades, the shooting left both the NYPD and the mayor on the defensive.
This week, NY1’s Errol Louis was joined by L. Joy Williams, the president of the Brooklyn NAACP and Brian Saunders, the president of the Community Council at the NYPD’s 77th Precinct,where the shooting occurred. They both discussed what could be done to prevent future tragedies and the NYPD’s new strategies this year. Errol was also joined by NY1 political reporter Dan Rivoli, who covered the NYPD press conference about the shooting.
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In the 1970s, the Mafia still had a powerful presence in New York City. Near the end of the decade, a series of events transpired that ushered in the downfall of the notorious five families that controlled the streets of New York. In 1979, Carmine Galante, a powerful boss in the Bonanno crime family, was killed while having lunch in an Italian restaurant in Bushwick. The murder would become a cornerstone in the Mafia Commission Trial, the case that forever hamstrung organized crime in the United States and ended the Mafia’s golden era.
A new true crime podcast series from the Law & Order franchise called “Law & Order: Criminal Justice System” reveals how an unlikely team of young local police and prosecutors beat the odds in dismantling the Mafia’s grip on the city. Former Brooklyn homicide prosecutor Anna-Sigga Nicolazzi hosts the series, and she joined Errol Louis on this week's "You Decide" to discuss season 1. They also talked about the unique production style of the podcast, what topics future seasons may cover, and why the Mafia captured the minds of so many.
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With hundreds of thousands of children already back to school across the country, there’s a renewed focus on making sure their classrooms aren’t health hazards. Lead pipes, substandard air filtration, lack of light and even bad acoustics have all proven to affect students, both academically and physically.
Spectrum News national health reporter Erin Billups visited two school districts working to create safe and healthy environments for their students in a new Spectrum News special, “Curing Our Classrooms.” She joined NY1’s Errol Louis to discuss why she decided to report on the “health” of school buildings, what she noticed when schools become modernized, the nearly impossible task of America raising the $85 billion it needs to fully renovate public schools, and why she’s still hopeful that things can change.
You can watch the full special here.
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In 2021, New York state passed legislation aimed at limiting solitary confinement in prisons and jails. But a new report from state Inspector General Lucy Lang says that the state needs to modernize its record-keeping capabilities in order to comply with the law, known as the HALT Act.
Lang joined NY1’s Errol Louis to discuss the antiquated record-keeping systems — currently done by pen and paper — that have made it difficult to track the use of segregated confinement. They also talked about cracking down on cases of welfare fraud, as well as misconduct in the gaming industry.
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The subject of autocracy is on the minds of many. We often hear about an existential threat to our democracy in the United States. But is fascism truly possible in America?
Ruth Ben-Ghiat is a professor of history and Italian studies at New York University. She writes about fascism, authoritarianism, propaganda and democracy protection. Her most recent book, “Strongmen: Mussolini to the Present,” explores what modern authoritarian leaders have in common and how they can be stopped. She joined NY1’s Errol Louis before a live audience at Temple Emanuel of Great Neck, New York, to discuss the book, her thoughts on how dictators rise to power and what she feels are effective weapons against strongmen.
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Since Joe Biden dropped out of the presidential race, Kamala Harris has been riding a Democratic wave, raising over $200 million in a week with 66% of the donations coming from first-time donors. Vote.org said there was a massive increase in voter registration, with people under 35 making up nearly 85% of the new voters registering. And at a recent Zoom call for Harris supporters, over 100,000 people attempted to log on, which broke Zoom. All of this is welcome news for Democrats, as are the memes, the coconut trees, the social media presence and the Beyonce soundtrack.
But who exactly is Kamala Harris?
Alex Cohen is a Spectrum News political anchor in southern California and has been covering Harris for decades, including Harris’ time as a state senator and as state attorney general of California. She joined NY1’s Errol Louis to discuss Harris’ momentum and her record.
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The States Project is an organization that believes state legislatures are the strongest force for change in the country. The Democratic-aligned group was founded by former New York state Sen. Daniel Squadron in 2017 and is focused on winning governing majorities by making state legislative campaigns more effective and better funded. The actor J. Smith-Cameron and author Melissa Walker are two members of the States Project team, and they say they’re starting to see the fruits of their grassroots efforts.
Smith-Cameron and Walker joined NY1’s Errol Louis to discuss the States Project’s goals for this election year. They also explained the power of state legislatures and how, unlike congressional races, they usually don’t require massive fundraising for victory. Smith-Cameron also talked about her role on the smash hit television show “Succession” and her many years as a New York stage actor.
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This week marks the 10-year anniversary of the death of Eric Garner, a man who was placed in an illegal chokehold by police who were arresting him for selling cigarettes illegally on a Staten Island street. Garner’s dying words to police, “I can’t breathe,” became a rallying cry for protesters who were outraged at the police brutality.
Debi Rose was a former Staten Island councilwoman whose district included the block where Garner was killed. Reverend Kirsten Foy is an activist who was a major organizer around the Garner case. They both joined NY1’s Errol Louis to tell the story of Garner’s killing and the many attempts by his family to fight for justice. They also discussed what, if anything, has changed in the ensuing decade.
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When it comes to local politics, it’s already been a sticky summer. From congestion pricing being put on hold to the 2025 mayoral race already heating up, there’s been plenty of major news in New York City beyond the fight for the White House.
This week, NY1’s Errol Louis was joined by two journalists who cover City Hall: Katie Honan from the news outlet The City and Jeff Mays from The New York Times. They examine the events of early summer, as well as looking at the mayor’s complicated relationship with the media and why Gov. Kathy Hochul’s decision to cancel congestion pricing could backfire politically.
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The Jewish community in New York was devastated by the surprise attacks that took place in Israel on Oct. 7. With over 1.3 million Jewish residents, New York City has the largest Jewish population outside of Israel. As the Israel-Hamas war continues, the rise in hate crimes and antisemitism has had a profound impact on the community. The fallout from the conflict in Gaza has also played a part in key congressional battles and the race for president.
Jacob Kornbluh is the senior political reporter at The Forward. He joined NY1’s Errol Louis to discuss how Jewish New Yorkers have become re-engaged in politics, what’s next for Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, the pro-Palestinian campus protests and why two-term incumbent Jamaal Bowman lost to George Latimer in a congressional primary last month.
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Early detection of cancer remains the single-best way to combat a disease that is the second-leading killer in the world. But many of the resources in the fight against cancer are devoted to relatively ineffective late-stage treatments. Bruce Ratner, known by many New Yorkers for his real estate projects, is entering the cancer battlefield, co-authoring a book that’s calling for a new approach to combating the disease.
Ratner, who sits on the board of the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center and Weill Cornell Medical College, is making a push for better cancer screening. He joined NY1’s Errol Louis in front of a live audience at the Center for Brooklyn History to discuss his book, “Early Detection: Catching Cancer When It’s Curable,” and how the death of his brother from metastatic cancer brought him to write it. They also talked about the importance of early screenings and expanding access to cancer screenings in poor communities.
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Karen DeWitt has been covering the statehouse since 1986. She joined the press corps at a time when very few women were in the industry, and quickly became a trusted voice on New York public radio, covering multiple governors, budgets, scandals, a pandemic and more. Recently, she announced that she’d be retiring and stepping down from her role as Capitol Bureau chief for the New York Public News Network.
Dewitt joined NY1’s Errol Louis to discuss her long and storied career in journalism. They also touched on the many campaigns she has covered, if her retirement is indeed final, how she longed to see one presidential campaign without having to report on it and how Mario Cuomo influenced her to quit while she’s ahead.
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Protesting is American as apple pie; it’s right there in the First Amendment. Regardless of what side of the aisle they are on, many Americans at some point in their lives have taken to the streets. Most recently, pro-Palestinian student protesters set up encampments at colleges across the country in a bid to get their universities to divest from companies with ties to Israel.
One person who knows a great deal about demonstrations and encampments is Marisa Holmes. Holmes is an author, organizer and professor at Rutgers University and Fordham University and was one of the core organizers of the Occupy Wall Street movement. She joined NY1’s Errol Louis to discuss the history of protests globally, the pro-Palestinian occupations, why she thinks traditional demands no longer work, and how these movements can exercise autonomy.
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Two years after a racially motivated mass shooting killed 10 Black people at a supermarket in Buffalo, Errol spoke with Jackie Bray, the first female commissioner of the State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services.
Bray joined NY1’s Errol Louis to discuss a new task force that was created to prevent mass shootings by leveraging public health tools and targeting the hate and radicalization of perpetrators. They also discussed the impact propaganda has in driving people toward dangerous ideologies, her early days in public service, and her concerns over this year’s hurricane season.
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From overturning the constitutional right to abortion to loosening long-standing gun laws, the Supreme Court ended one of its most historic and tumultuous terms in 2022. Breaking it all down is legal scholar Michael Waldman, author of “The Supermajority: How the Supreme Court Divided America.”
Waldman recently joined NY1’s Errol Louis at Temple Emanuel of Great Neck to discuss his book and the high court’s current term. They also talked about how the Supreme Court plays an extraordinary and unusual role in the lives of millions of Americans.
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More than 50 years ago, an early form of congestion pricing almost came to New York City when Mayor John Lindsay attempted to charge drivers for crossing the East River bridges into Manhattan. While Lindsay’s push died in court, one of his chief planners, Sam Schwartz, has been stuck in city traffic ever since.
“Gridlock Sam” is a former New York City traffic commissioner who has studied driving behavior almost his entire adult life. With the June 30 launch of congestion pricing fast approaching, Schwartz joined NY1’s Errol Louis to talk about the complicated history of traffic in New York City. They also discussed the origins of the term gridlock, support for bike lanes, recent safety issues plaguing McGuinness Boulevard in Brooklyn and the future of apps like Waze.
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Building on the success of NY1’s documentary about the career of Mario Cuomo, NY1 and Hunter College’s Roosevelt House held an in-depth discussion about the former governor that was moderated by Errol Louis. Errol’s panelists were Mary Ann Crotty, Cuomo’s former director of state operations; Harold Holzer, a former top aide to Cuomo who now serves as Roosevelt House’s director; and renowned journalist Denis Hamill.
The special live taping of the panel on May 14 was held at Roosevelt House — Hunter College’s Public Policy Institute and the former Manhattan home of Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt.
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Few people have had more of an impact on modern journalism than Jimmy Breslin. Breslin was a Pulitzer Prize Award-winning New York journalist and author who rose to fame in the 1960s, with columns that attracted millions of readers. Breslin displayed an unrivaled mastery at deadline journalism, whether he was covering John Lennon’s murder, the assassination of Malcolm X or the man who dug John F. Kennedy’s grave. His influential style has resonated long after his six-decade career came to an end and continues to this day.
One person who was influenced by Breslin’s writing is New York Times columnist Dan Barry. Barry is the editor of a brand new anthology of Breslin’s best work, titled “Jimmy Breslin: Essential Works.” Barry joined NY1’s Errol Louis to discuss their shared love of Breslin’s columns, as well as how he changed journalism. They also discussed the way he wrote about the people who rarely made the headlines. Finally, they touched on the current state of the New York Times, where he continues to work.
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Norman Siegel has been a civil right and civil liberties lawyer in New York City for over 50 years, spending a significant portion of his career defending free speech, often to his own detriment. The pro-Palestinian protests at Columbia University and colleges across the country have highlighted the topic of free speech. Siegel joined NY1’s Errol Louis to discuss how the protests resemble demonstrations from the past. He explained that it is time that people began to understand the First Amendment properly.
Siegel also reflected on his storied legal career, including his tenure at the New York Civil Liberties Union and how he helped create the Civilian Complaint Review Board. Finally, they talked about how he advocates for families who lost loved ones on Sept. 11.
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An increase in teen depression and mental health disorders over the last decade has largely been attributed to the widespread adoption of the smartphone by adolescents. Parents are obsessively worrying about screen time and the effects it could have on their children.
One such parent is Zephyr Teachout, attorney, author, political candidate and associate professor of law at Fordham University. Teachout joined NY1’s Errol Louis to discuss the dangerous and addictive content teens are being fed by social media platforms. They also talked about the government’s role in regulation, the status of the TikTok ban and how the algorithm preys on children’s weaknesses.
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For more than eight years, Basil Seggos had led the state’s Department of Environmental Conservation, trying to help New York in its transition away from fossil fuels. Now leaving office, Seggos joined NY1’s Errol Louis to discuss New York’s pivotal 2019 climate law and his own tenure with two different governors. They also spoke about Seggos’ dramatic first day in office and his top priority for his successor.
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After criticizing police strategy aimed at combatting subway crime, New York Daily News columnist Harry Siegel found himself under attack online by the NYPD. The mayor later defended police brass for going after Siegel and the police commanders doubled down on their harsh words in several interviews, including one with NY1.
Siegel joined NY1's Errol Louis for a candid discussion about the exchanges that have taken place since the op-ed appeared, as well as his intentions behind writing the piece. They also touched on the complicated relationships the press can have with the NYPD and Siegel’s role as senior editor of the news outlet "The City."
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With diabetes continuing to disproportionately affect the poor and people of color, the Bronx nonprofit agency Health People is launching a new campaign against the disease. Chris Norwood, the group’s founder and executive director, joined NY1’s Errol Louis to discuss their new education effort about diabetes as well as what she hopes to get out of the upcoming state budget. They also talked about some concerns over weight-loss drugs like Ozempic that are being used in the diabetes battle.
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Trying to make sense of one of the most pivotal years in American history, scholar Eric Klinenberg decided to focus on 2020 by using seven New Yorkers as his lens.
With social unrest, economic turbulence and a presidential election as his backdrop, Klinenberg tells a story that is still far from finished in his new book, “2020: One City, Seven People, and the Year Everything Changed.”
Klinenberg joined NY1's Errol Louis to discuss these seven stories and why he thought his approach was the best way to tackle 2020. They also discussed whether New York is any better equipped to handle another pandemic.
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Recently, NY1’s Errol Louis moderated a panel discussion, hosted by Vital City and the Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at CUNY, on New York’s rocky rollout of legalized cannabis — examining what policies and practices are needed to create a viable market moving forward.
Louis was joined for the discussion by Rosalind Adams, a reporter at The City, Dr. Yasmin Hurd, Ward-Coleman chair of Translational Neuroscience and the director of the Addiction Institute at Mount Sinai, and Alfredo Angueira, chief compliance officer and founding partner of CONBUD, the first legal cannabis dispensary run and operated by formerly incarcerated individuals.
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Few women have had a bigger impact on New York City politics than Elizabeth Holtzman. A Brooklyn native, Holtzman embarked on a political career over 50 years ago. She was an aide to Mayor John Lindsay in the late 60s and then became the youngest woman at the time ever elected to Congress at 31 years old. She was also the Brooklyn district attorney and the New York City comptroller — the only woman ever to hold either of those positions.
Holtzman joined NY1’s Errol Louis for a look back at her many years in politics. They discussed her role in the Nixon impeachment investigation while serving on the House Judiciary Committee in 1974. They also touched on her long relationship with President Joe Biden, her thoughts on Republican candidate Donald Trump, and the many accomplishments of women in politics since she started. Finally, she explained what made her initially enter public service and why it still matters to her.
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The Village Voice is widely considered being America’s first alt weekly newspaper. Started in 1955 by a small group of writers and editors that included Norman Mailer, the radical paper changed journalism. For six decades, the Voice covered politics, news and culture with a blend of energy and brashness, creating a style that inspired other writers and spawned weeklies across the country.
Tricia Romano was a nightlife columnist at the Voice and has written a critically acclaimed new book, “The Freaks Came Out to Write: The Definitive History of the Village Voice, the Radical Paper That Changed American Culture.” The oral history, drawing from over 200 interviews, is a colorful account of America’s most iconic weekly newspaper told through the voices of its legendary writers, editors and photographers. Romano joined NY1’s Errol Louis to discuss the book and why she felt compelled to write it after attending a reunion for the paper in 2017. They also touched on some memorable stories from the Village Voice’s 60-year tenure.
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Fighting for the rights of immigrants and the impoverished during the Great Depression, Fiorello La Guardia was considered “America’s mayor” by millions of New Yorkers during his 12 years in office. In a new book about La Guardia, journalist and historian Terry Golway looks at the many political lessons to be learned from the former mayor’s leadership — and how they can be applied today.
Golway joined NY1’s Errol Louis to talk about La Guardia’s legacy and discussed his post-mayoral life, the funny story of how an airport opened in his name and how La Guardia would be perceived in today’s political climate.
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There are a little over nine months until the 60th presidential election in November. As the primaries wrap up, it remains clear that it will be a rematch between President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump.
Michael Beschloss is an American historian specializing in the United States presidency and is the author of nine books on the topic. He joined NY1's Errol Louis for an interview hosted by Temple Emanuel in Great Neck. They discussed what we can expect from the candidates over the next nine months as the race heats up. They also touched on Trump’s recent remarks regarding NATO, the current dialogue around the age of both candidates and the difficulties in how the media will go about covering the election. They also took questions from members of the congregation.
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Racism often ensures that Black Americans get worse results than other groups when they visit the doctor or an emergency room. It not only affects patients: only 2% of physicians in the U.S. are Black women. Dr. Uché Blackstock is trying to level the playing field. A New York-based physician, Blackstock is the author of “Legacy: A Black Physician Reckons with Racism In Medicine,” which addresses the deep inequities in the American health care system.
Dr. Blackstock joined NY1’s Errol Louis to discuss her efforts as well as her childhood in Crown Heights as the daughter of a physician, and the potential ramifications of shuttering the SUNY Downstate Medical Center in Brooklyn.
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With the presidential race already underway, NY1’s Errol Louis decided to have a candid conversation with Allan Lichtman, an acclaimed historian who has devised a successful system that has — with one exception — correctly predicted the winner of the last ten presidential elections.
Lichtman discussed his 13-point checklist for presidential campaigns and where we currently stand in the race.
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Scott Stringer spent three decades in New York politics before badly losing in the Democratic primary for mayor in 2021. But a few weeks ago, with Mayor Eric Adams facing low poll numbers, the former city comptroller announced he was exploring another run for mayor.
Stringer joined NY1’s Errol Louis for a candid conversation about sexual harassment allegations he faced in 2021 that badly damaged his campaign. They also talked about his upbringing in the world of politics and why he believes he could do a better job than Adams. Finally, they discussed the Adams administration’s struggles with housing, cuts to the city’s pre-K and 3-K programs, and the migrant crisis.
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Halfway through his term in office, Mayor Eric Adams delivered his annual State of the City address, detailing proposals covering everything from the ongoing migrant crisis to public safety to housing and the economy. He also said Health Commissioner Dr. Ashwin Vasan has declared social media a public health threat.
Joining NY1’s Errol Louis to talk about where things stand in the Adams administration is Nicole Gelinas, a senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute, a contributing editor of City Journal, and a columnist at the New York Post. Additionally, they discuss the details of the city’s emergency hotel contracts to shelter migrant families.
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A year after Gov. Kathy Hochul and state lawmakers failed to reach a deal on a housing plan, they’re back at work in the State Capitol with the governor making a more modest proposal to build affordable homes across the state.
One person who’s fighting every day to end the crisis is Cea Weaver, who co-founded the Housing Justice for All coalition. Weaver joined NY1’s Errol Louis to discuss the governor’s plans and what may make this year different from the last. They also talked about what’s known as “Good Cause Eviction,” pathways to social housing and the upside to reviving state-subsidized housing programs.
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This week, Gov. Kathy Hochul delivered her third State of the State address, focusing on housing proposals and plans to make the state a safer and more affordable place to live by addressing mental health care — especially in young New Yorkers. Her agenda is much more scaled back than in previous years, as the state faces a $4 billion budget gap and state lawmakers seek reelection.
NY1’s Errol Louis was joined by Nick Reisman, state politics reporter of Politico New York, and Ian Pickus, WAMC radio news director, for a detailed look at the address. They analyzed the governor’s focus on crime and public safety, and the notable decision to exclude the migrant crisis from her speech. They also talked about how lawmakers will react to her priorities and how previous administrations have failed to tackle issues like artificial intelligence. And, they discussed Hochul’s other initiatives, such as an investment in swimming lessons and improving access to pools.
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This week, in addition to celebrating its five-year anniversary, NY1’s “You Decide” is taking a quick look back at 2023 with an eye on 2024. Errol Louis selected some of his favorite episodes of the podcast from the past 12 months, and discussed why he found each conversation so memorable and relevant to the year ahead. He revisited his interviews with various authors, politicians, activists, the mayor of New York City and many others to see what the future may hold in a year that promises to be even more eventful.
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Bradley Tusk is no stranger to politics. He was Sen. Chuck Schumer’s communications director and former Mayor Michael Bloomberg’s campaign manager. He was also a political consultant for Uber. All of this experience finds its way into his debut novel “Obvious in Hindsight,” a behind-the-scenes look at a campaign to legalize flying cars in New York City, Los Angeles and Austin, told from the perspectives of a vivid cast of characters — political operatives, venture capitalists, startup founders, TV hosts, union bosses, FBI agents, Russian mobsters — pushing for the campaign’s success and plotting its downfall.
Tusk joined Errol Louis to discuss his new book and how its origins lie in a TV series that got derailed by the pandemic and, funny enough, how it contains a fictionalized version of Errol’s nightly show, “Inside City Hall.” The conversation also touches on the pros and cons of mobile voting, as well as venture capitalism, regulatory issues and autonomous vehicles.
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In late 1991, some Democrats were hopeful that Mario Cuomo would finally agree to run for president. When he didn’t, President-elect Bill Clinton then wanted to appoint him to the Supreme Court. He cast aside these opportunities, and instead lost a bid for a fourth term as governor.
Why didn’t Cuomo run for president? Why didn’t he accept Clinton’s appointment? And how did he lose to a relatively unknown freshman state senator named George Pataki? Episode 3 of “Mario Cuomo: The Last Liberal” attempts to answer the questions that have captured the minds of many New Yorkers for decades, while examining Cuomo’s legacy and looking at his life after politics.
Forty years ago, Mario Cuomo began his three-term tenure as governor. He inherited a state that was in the midst of a fiscal crisis and a crime problem. With the help of his top aide, Michael Del Giudice, Cuomo began to tackle the budget and try to get the state in order.
To complicate matters, in 1984, Cuomo gave the keynote speech at the Democratic National Convention that thrust him into the national spotlight and led to pressure from Democrats for him to pursue the presidential nomination in future elections.
From the perspective of his key advisers and the reporters that covered him, we’ll hear how Cuomo managed to juggle governing and external pressures while keeping his ideals intact, and we’ll learn how the decisions he struggled to make have had a lasting effect on both the state and the country.
2023 marks 40 years since Mario Cuomo was sworn in as governor of New York for the first time.
Cuomo was one of the most unlikely politicians the state had seen in a long time. The child of illiterate working-class immigrants who owned a grocery store in South Jamaica, Cuomo was a public-school genius who found himself graduating at the top of his class at St. John’s Law School. After taking a few pro-bono cases representing homeowners in Queens, Cuomo found himself encouraged to enter politics by legendary journalists Jimmy Breslin and Pete Hamill, as well as NYC Mayor John Lindsay. What followed was a wild rise up the ranks, one that included a highly publicized run for mayor, as well as turns as lieutenant governor and New York secretary of state before finally being elected governor.
From the perspective of his advisers and the reporters that covered him – some of them speaking about their experiences with Cuomo for the first time – we'll find out how Cuomo managed to become a major political figure in the Democratic Party despite having a background that differed from most elected officials.
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With Ronald Reagan and the GOP dominating America’s political landscape in the 1980s, Democrats were largely dispirited and looking for someone to push back against a new wave of conservatism. Improbably, Mario Cuomo, the son of a grocer from Queens, became one of their heroes.
Serving as governor of New York for 12 years, Cuomo was one of the chief standard-bearers of liberalism at a time when the political pendulum was swinging to the right. Even as many New Yorkers were increasingly worried about crime, Cuomo strongly resisted any calls for the death penalty, saying it made no sense morally or pragmatically. Filled with passion, Cuomo’s address on abortion rights and his keynote speech at the Democratic National Convention in 1984 are still studied today by students of the political craft and by those trying to explain the DNA of the Democratic Party.
Cuomo was well-positioned to take his positions and ambitions nationally and launch a presidential campaign in 1992. Why Cuomo never pulled the trigger is one of the great mysteries of New York politics.
Told from the perspective of his key advisors and the reporters that covered him, this special three-part podcast with NY1’s Errol Louis traces the rise of Mario Cuomo, measures his impact on New York and America, and tries to solve the riddle of why Cuomo didn’t run for president.
As we enter the holiday season, we celebrate GivingTuesday, where nonprofit groups hope to inspire people’s generosity. NY1’s Errol Louis is dedicating an episode of “You Decide” to 10 of his favorite charities in New York City.
The conversation also includes a quick look back at the past year of “You Decide,“ as well as at an exciting new podcast series that will drop in the weeks to come.
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“Doppelgänger: A Trip Into the Mirror World” is the most recent book by social activist Naomi Klein. The book has an unlikely premise: Klein has often been confused with author Naomi Wolf. Klein uses this confusion to tell her most personal story yet, but along the way writes of the online paranoia that rose through the pandemic. The “other Naomi” is a rabid anti-vaxxer and conspiracy theorist and, in many ways, Klein’s polar opposite.
Klein joined NY1’s Errol Louis to talk about her new book and the allure of the world of conspiracy theories after tragic events occur. They also discussed the public’s fascination with cloning, doppelgänger literature, and the monetization of conspiracy theories. Finally, the conversation touched on the diverging paths she and Wolf took, the Israel-Hamas war and the dangers of using words like “fringe” to describe the far right.
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Veteran journalist Joe Sexton spent over two decades at the New York Times, where he was both Metro Editor and Sports Editor. Following a lengthy stay at ProPublica, the Brooklyn native started writing a magazine story about two tragic deaths in Omaha stemming from the 2020 George Floyd protests. The magazine piece turned into a book, and this year, the critically acclaimed account, “The Lost Sons of Omaha: Two Young Men in an American Tragedy,” was published.
Sexton joined NY1’s Errol Louis for a discussion in front of a live audience at the Center for Brooklyn History. They talked about their careers in journalism, including their early days together at the City Sun, and what drove Sexton to write a book about the deaths. They also weighed in on the death of local newspapers, how social media can both positively and negatively affect how a story gets told, and how “the good old days” weren’t always so good.
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During the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, Melissa DeRosa became a familiar face as she sat by Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s side during his popular daily briefings. As his top aide, she also stood by him amid a barrage of sexual harassment allegations, which led to Cuomo’s resignation in August 2021. Two years later, DeRosa returns with a memoir called “What’s Left Unsaid: My Life at the Center of Power, Politics & Crisis.”
She joined NY1’s Errol Louis to discuss her book and the many allegations Cuomo faced. They also discussed the status of the #MeToo movement, as well as her thoughts on Gov. Kathy Hochul. Finally, they talked about some of the decisions the administration made as New York City faced an unprecedented pandemic in March 2020.
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About 600,000 people are released from prison every year but finding support for them to reintegrate into society is a challenge. While the United States spends billions of dollars on incarceration, funding for reentry services remains limited. JoAnne Page is trying to change those numbers. As president and CEO of the Fortune Society, Page has fought to support successful reentry as well as promote alternatives to incarceration, strengthening the fabric of our communities. After 34 years at her job, Page recently announced she’s stepping down at the end of this year.
Page joined Errol to discuss her career at the Fortune Society, taking about the Society’s origins, how she found her life’s calling at 18 and what her plans are for the future. They also talked about the impact of the Black Lives Matter movement, the limited prospects for people when they are released from prison and how we may be entering a new era of mass incarceration.
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This week, Democrat Justin Brannan and Republican Ari Kagan, who are running for a City Council seat in Brooklyn, squared off in a debate that took place during an episode of "Inside City Hall." Brannan and Kagan currently represent adjoining districts but are competing for the newly redrawn District 47, which runs from Bay Ridge to Coney Island. With early voting beginning this Saturday, Oct. 28, and Election Day just around the corner, host Errol Louis was joined by the publisher and editor of Bklyner, Liena Zagare, to talk about the unique race between incumbents, and the twists and turns that have occurred along the way. They also discussed the highlights of the debate, and shared their opinions on who fared better overall. The debate can be heard in its entirety in the episode.
While The New York Times is riding a remarkable wave of journalistic success, it’s sometimes been a bumpy ride for the most-heralded and most-read newspaper in the United States. The long and storied history of the newspaper is detailed in Adam Nagourney’s new book, “The Times: How the Newspaper of Record Survived Scandal, Scorn, and the Transformation of Journalism.” The book looks at the last four tumultuous decades of the newspaper’s history, including its coverage of the Sept. 11 attacks and its ousting of two high-profile executive editors.
Nagourney, who covers national politics for The Times, joined NY1’s Errol Louis to discuss how he went about writing the book and how the digital revolution became one of its key themes. They also touched on Nagourney’s history of covering the gay rights movement, the importance of mentorships in the newsroom, and how covering New York City is sometimes not a priority for the paper.
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Last week, a horrific surprise attack on Israeli civilians by the Palestinian terrorist organization Hamas has now grown into a full-blown war. The conflict has gripped the United States, provoking intense and varied reactions from political leaders across the country. President Joe Biden has condemned the attacks, saying the United States stands firmly behind Israel. This comes after the White House saw a different kind of chaos when House Speaker Kevin McCarthy was ousted by his own party in an unprecedented, historic event.
Errol Louis was joined this week by Spectrum colleagues from different cities to obtain a more national perspective on all the big news. His guests were North Carolina political anchor Tim Boyum, who is the host of “Capital Tonight” and the “Tying it Together” podcast, and from Los Angeles political anchor Alex Cohen, who is the host “Inside the Issues.” The trio also weighed in on Donald Trump’s commanding lead in the GOP primary race, the potential effects of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s decision to run as an independent in the presidential race, and the United Auto Workers strike.
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As it did in universities and colleges across the country, enrollment at CUNY campuses dropped significantly due to the pandemic. For the first time in three years, the public university system has seen an uptick in enrollment. Félix V. Matos Rodríguez joined NY1’s Errol Louis to discuss the state of the university and a new initiative aimed towards public high school seniors in the five boroughs.
They also weighed in on the dangers of political interference in classrooms in states such as Florida, Texas and North Carolina.
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Even though the Latino population in New York is at record levels, there are no citywide Latino officials. A new survey of Latino voters in New York finds that Latinos themselves have a hard time naming an influential Latino leader in New York, with just under 15% naming Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. Latino voters are also split in their opinion of the Democratic Party — with 40% saying that the state government does not represent or incorporate the Latino perspective.
Luis Miranda, founder of the Hamilton Campaign Network, and Melissa Mark-Viverito, president of the network and former City Council speaker, joined NY1’s Errol Louis to discuss the poll they commissioned and the role of Latinos in New York politics. They also talked about how the migrant crisis needs a leading voice from the Latino community, and how some asylum seekers have encountered acts of violence and hostility upon arriving in New York.
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With a re-election campaign looming next year, Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand joined NY1’s Errol Louis to talk about the issues she’s focusing on during a tumultuous political season, including her thoughts on the state’s migrant crisis.
A senator since 2009, Gillibrand also discussed her recent 62-county, statewide tour and her concerns about a potential government shutdown.
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As the migrant crisis continues, New York City has faced multiple challenges helping feed and house those staying in the five boroughs. Around 113,000 asylum seekers have entered the country since the spring of 2022, and last week, Mayor Eric Adams said the crisis would “destroy” the city. It appears now that some federal help is on the way, as the legal battle continues over the city’s right-to-shelter laws. And at the same time, there has been misinformation over the legal status of arriving migrants.
Luis Gomez Alfaro is an attorney in New York and New Jersey, with extensive experience in immigration law. He has advocated for clients in various immigration courts across the country. Luis joined Errol to discuss the crisis from a legal perspective. Their conversation touched on the process of migrants applying for asylum, the complexities of immigration, and what Adams and the White House could do to speed up the process of obtaining work authorization.
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The nearly constant shifts in our relationship with the internet have permanently altered our lives and they show no signs of slowing down. In her new book, “Extremely Online: The Untold Story of Fame, Influence, and Power on the Internet,” Taylor Lorenz, a technology columnist at the Washington Post, documents these shifts and the rise of social media. The book chronicles what Lorenz calls the “history of the social internet.”
Lorenz joined NY1’s Errol Louis to discuss her book, as well as her career in tech journalism. They also discussed how “mommy blogging” was the true beginning of content creation and pioneering revenue streams; the significance of going viral; the downfall of Vine; the role of Netflix in the writers’ strike; and how former President Donald Trump’s social media campaign could fare in his third election cycle. They also touched on Lorenz’s struggles with long COVID and how she uses her platform to strengthen communication around the virus.
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As migrants seeking asylum continue to come to New York City in droves, some residents are fighting efforts by the city to place the newcomers in their neighborhoods.
One of the protest leaders, former mayoral candidate Curtis Sliwa, joined NY1’s Errol Louis to discuss his fight against the policies of the Adams administration. Their discussion focused on the migrant influx and how Sliwa has been arrested three times in the last two weeks. Sliwa, the founder of the Guardian Angels, explained why he thinks many asylum seekers are “jumping the line,” and why he thinks they should be housed at Rikers Island.
They also touched on Sliwa’s long career in radio, his role as an animal-rights activist and tips on how to be a successful organizer.
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In 1984, a subway straphanger named Bernhard Goetz shot four Black teenagers who he said were trying to mug him. The case soon drew national attention — with Goetz being celebrated as a hero by some New Yorkers, even after he was charged with attempted murder. The city was reminded of the Goetz case this past May after 30-year-old Jordan Neely was placed in a fatal chokehold by a man who said he was defending his fellow subway passengers.
Noted podcast host and producer Leon Neyfakh was in the middle of producing a six-part audio documentary on Goetz called “Vigilante” when the Neely news broke. He joined NY1’s Errol Louis for a look at the Goetz story and how he thinks the killing of Neely indicates how little has changed in four decades. They also discussed how he began his podcast career, why he created the hit podcast “Slow Burn” for Slate, and his thoughts around his latest project “FIASCO.”
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With the music world celebrating hip-hop’s 50th birthday, New York Lt. Gov Antonio Delgado joined NY1’s Errol Louis to talk about hip-hop, including his pursuit of a recording career as “AD the Voice,” which preceded his venture into politics. They also touched on the migrant crisis and the statewide reach of anti-hate task forces.
After that, NY1 criminal justice reporter Dean Meminger shared his thoughts on the anniversary of hip-hop from outside a celebration and concert at Yankee Stadium. Their conversation included Dean’s memories of growing up in New York and hearing the music for the first time.
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In the early 1990s, Barbara Butcher was hired as a death investigator at the Office of Chief Medical Examiner in Manhattan.
She would be the second woman ever to hold the position, and she held the role for more than two decades. During that time, she investigated more than 55,000 death scenes — 680 of which were homicides. She was also part of the team that identified victims of the September 11th terror attacks.
Butcher joined Errol to share her accounts of investigating everything from accidental deaths to gruesome murders. Her memoir, titled “What the Dead Know: Learning About Life as a New York City Death Investigator,” was recently published by Simon & Schuster. She discussed her experiences with Errol, including the life events that led her to choose her career and the incredible toll of the job.
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The migrant crisis has been at the center of almost every political discussion in New York City for over a year. As the wave of new arrivals shows no signs of slowing down, Mayor Eric Adams says the city needs federal help because its resources are stretched beyond their limits. Public Advocate Jumaane Williams recently took a trip to the White House hoping to obtain assistance. He joined NY1’s Errol Louis to discuss his meeting and what he hopes will happen in the future.
They also touched on Adams’ recent clash with the City Council over housing vouchers, his views on congestion pricing and what to do about the problems that continue to plague Rikers Island.
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The myth of a monolithic Latino vote has been shattered in recent national and local elections. With a wave of new migrants coming to America from many Spanish-speaking countries, voting patterns are shifting in a community that is complicated and diverse. Recent analysis of the 2022 midterm elections found that first-time Latino voter growth was driven by younger voters, especially in Arizona, Nevada and Florida. What will this all mean for elections in 2024?
On this week’s episode, NY1’s Errol Louis was joined by several experts for a discussion about the upswing in the power of the Latino electorate. First, he talked with Arturo Vargas of the National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials. Then, Louis sat down with two of his colleagues: Karina Kling, host of “Capital Tonight” in Texas, and Alex Cohen, political anchor at Spectrum News 1 in Southern California and the host of “Inside the Issues.” Both discussed how their states have been affected by recent demographic changes. And finally, Eli Valentin, an authority on Latino politics in New York, stopped by to talk about the issues that drive Latino voters to the polls.
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In 2003, something almost unthinkable happened at City Hall when Brooklyn Councilman James Davis was killed by an assassin in the chambers of the City Council.
The shooting sent shockwaves across the city, with New Yorkers stunned that a murder could occur in the building, which is heavily guarded by police.
To reflect on Davis’ legacy on this week’s podcast, NY1's Errol Louis is joined by New York City Mayor Eric Adams, Davis’ brother Geoffrey and three people who were inside City Hall on that fateful afternoon: state Sen. James Sanders (who was then a city councilman), Democratic consultant Lupe Todd-Medina and former NY1 political reporter Michael Scotto. They also discuss Davis’ impact on Brooklyn politics and what his future might have been.
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One could claim, without hyperbole, that Ben Smith helped invent modern digital media.
Smith, the co-founder of Semafor News, is a former New York Times media columnist and the founding editor-in-chief of BuzzFeed News. He is also the author of “Traffic: Genius, Rivalry, and Delusion in the Billion-Dollar Race to Go Viral,” which chronicles both BuzzFeed’s rise to fame and Nick Denton, the controversial mastermind behind Gawker. Along the way, Smith tells other tales of the many key players involved in New York City’s Silicon Alley.
Smith joined NY1’s Errol Louis for a lengthy discussion about his book, and his years at BuzzFeed. They also talked about his blog years, the ability to make things go viral, his thoughts on Thread and how he and his colleagues may have misjudged human nature. They also weighed in on the role social media will play in the 2024 presidential election. And they touched on how so many major players in the right-wing media movement came from the same offices and companies that Smith did.
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The author of ten novels for young adults and children, Melissa Walker, got involved in politics in 2016 as a leader at The States Project, a left-leaning political group focusing on state legislative races. Last year, The States Project spent nearly $60 million in races in five states with some key wins. In her role, Walker gathers people to share stories about how they can pool their resources and change the balance of power in state legislatures. She joined NY1’s Errol Louis for a discussion about how she suddenly found herself getting involved in politics, the success of The States Project, and why state legislative campaigns matter but are often overlooked.
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Primary Day in New York City had two big surprises. Yusef Salaam of the “Exonerated Five” is poised to win a City Council primary in Harlem and longtime Brooklyn City Councilman Charles Barron is badly trailing challenger Chris Banks.
Brigid Bergin, the senior politics reporter at WNYC, and Emily Ngo, a political reporter for NY1, joined Errol Louis to discuss the primaries and talk about which races they found the most interesting. They also looked at the election's low turnout rate and discussed what could get more voters to the polls.
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With the United States still recovering from one of the most divisive elections in its history, the next presidential campaign cycle is revving up — with the possibility that President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump will face off against each other again. Thomas B. Edsall, a veteran political journalist, joined Errol Louis to discuss where things stand in this tumultuous era. A columnist for The New York Times and former reporter for the Washington Post, Edsall discussed the divisive nature of politics today, how his own reporting style has changed with age, and how the Democratic Party has shifted dramatically over the past few decades. He also weighed in on how the press could tackle covering Trump and how he thinks Republicans have effectively used wedge issues to upend the Democrats. More of Edsall’s observations are also collected in his new book, “The Point of No Return: American Democracy at the Crossroads,” published by Princeton University Press.
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Three Democratic candidates for the 9th City Council District in Manhattan squared off in a primary debate, hosted by Errol Louis on Spectrum News/NY1. The district includes much of Harlem, and the seat is currently held by Kristin Richardson Jordan, who announced last month that she would not be running for re-election. While her name will still appear on the ballot, there are three candidates vying for the position: Yusef Salaam, Inez Dickens and Al Taylor.
When it came to housing, the candidates discussed how they want to utilize a controversial site on 145th Street in Harlem. They also talked about the legal cannabis market, the resignation of NYPD Commissioner Keechant Sewell and migrants arriving in the city and public safety in Harlem.
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As we close in on June 27, Primary Day in New York City, we continue our look at some of the most competitive City Council races. This week, we head to eastern Queens in District 23, where there is a highly competitive race in which the incumbent Linda Lee is facing criticism from her challengers for voting in favor of cutting the school budget last year. Up in the Bronx in District 13, Marjorie Velazquez looks to hold on to her seat, while facing some serious opposition in the general election due to issues around the controversial Bruckner rezoning.
NY1 political reporter Emily Ngo has been closely covering these races. She joined Errol Louis for an in-depth look at the approaching primaries. They touched on the contests both in District 23 and District 13, including the highly competitive Republican primary in the 13th District, as well as the emergence of many Asian Americans running for office. They also discussed the debate around specialized high school testing and test prep.
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We are less than a month away from June 27, Primary Day in New York City, where close to two dozen City Council seats will be on the ballot. Among the most-watched races is in Harlem with incumbent Kristin Richardson Jordan dropping out of the race in May. Two state lawmakers and one of the exonerated Central Park Five are the remaining candidates. Another tight race is in Brooklyn’s District 43, which was redrawn in last year’s redistricting process to create a heavily Asian district.
Ariama Long, a reporter from the New York Amsterdam News, sat down for a conversation about the District 9 Democratic Primary and the candidates looking to fill Richardson Jordan’s shoes. She and NY1’s Errol Louis also touched on the housing issues that are plaguing Harlem.
After that, Annie McDonough, the deputy City Hall reporter for City & State New York, joined Errol to discuss the primary race in District 43 and the fairly new names that are on the ballot.
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Founded in New York in 1998, the Working Families Party has played an active role in New York politics, sometimes promoting candidates on their own ballot line and sometimes cross-endorsing Democrats.
Sochie Nnaemeka has been running the New York chapter of party since 2019, but has recently decided to step down in order to have more time to spend with her family. She joined Errol Louis for an exit interview where she discussed her many accomplishments while leading the party, as well as the future of the progressive agenda in New York. She also touched on the polarization of politics, and why she feels the response to Jordan Neely’s killing was a tremendous failure of leadership.
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Two journalists have spent the last several years working in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, meticulously documenting what happens (or does not happen) when the internal affairs department of the local police department receives complaints about the excessive use of force. Daryl Khan and Clarissa Sosin joined Errol Louis for an in-depth look at their five-part series chronicling their investigative work that came in the wake of the 2016 death of Alton Sterling after he was shot and killed by two police officers. They discussed how they got involved in a story 1,000 miles from home, how local news has national resonance and what they see in the future for the Baton Rouge Police Department.
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The Writers Guild of America (WGA) is a labor union whose members write content for motion pictures, television productions, news and online media. On May 2, the WGA went on strike after months of tense negotiations with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers. The last time the guild felt compelled to strike was over 15 years ago, and it is unlikely that the current disagreement will be resolved anytime soon. Meanwhile, picket lines have appeared on both coasts daily, and several local television shows in the five boroughs have shut down as a result.
Warren Leight, a noted New York writer, producer, showrunner and ‘strike captain’ (“Law & Order: SVU and “In Treatment”), has been helping to lead the charge on behalf of the WGA East. He joined Errol Louis to explain why the strike, as difficult as it may be on the writers, is completely necessary. They also talked about how streaming continues to change the way writers need to be paid, what a traditional writers’ room is really like and the effect artificial intelligence may ultimately have on the industry.
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This week, Gov. Kathy Hochul signed the state’s $229 billion spending plan, just hours after state lawmakers officially signed off on the package. Hochul joined Errol Louis on “Inside City Hall” for an exclusive one-on-one interview, during which she outlined the budget. She also explained what’s next for her ambitious housing plan, which was a pillar of her agenda but was largely scrapped from the budget. She also addressed the controversy surrounding a recent report in “The New York Times” about her consultant Adam Sullivan, who resigned days after the piece was released.
After that, Spectrum News political anchor and the host of “Capital Tonight” in Albany Susan Arbetter joined Louis for a look at the final budget, and discussed how Hochul fared in negotiations. They also touched on the latest changes to minimum wage, and why Arbetter believes Hochul’s housing plan will eventually see the light of day.
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The 2019 police killing of Kawaski Trawick inside his own Bronx apartment has not received the same attention as similar cases across the country. But this week, an NYPD disciplinary trial began for two officers involved in the fatal shooting. The NYPD says the 32-year-old rushed at officers while holding a knife during the interaction, which lasted under two minutes and was caught on body camera footage. The Trawick family and advocates are calling for accountability after the Bronx district attorney declined to bring charges and an internal NYPD probe found no wrongdoing. The administrative trial will resume in mid-May.
In an effort to understand the fatal encounter better, Errol Louis talked about the case with Kawaski Trawick’s parents, Ellen and Ricky Trawick; Loyda Colon, the executive director of the nonprofit Justice Committee; Eric Umansky, the editor at large from ProPublica; and Marinda van Dalen, a senior staff attorney for New York Lawyers for the Public Interest.
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Manhattan’s Upper West Side has become a flashpoint in efforts to help homeless New Yorkers, with some residents pushing back against a new facility that’s dedicated to being a “safe haven” for people who were living on the streets.
Corinne Low, the executive director of the Open Hearts Initiative, is the woman behind the project that has sparked a fight. Low joined Errol Louis to explain the philosophy behind her project, where people can have either private or semi-private rooms, and why she considers that approach more effective at connecting homeless New Yorkers with services and permanent housing than traditional shelters.
Low also discussed how she thinks people’s perception of safety is often much different from the reality, and why she was driven to start the Open Hearts Initiative in the middle of a pandemic.
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The Democratic National Committee has chosen Chicago over New York to host the 2024 Democratic National Convention. Errol spoke about the decision with Jay Jacobs, the New York State Democratic Party chairman.
And as New York Democrats look ahead to 2024, they discussed efforts by Governor Hochul and state Attorney General Letitia James to redraw congressional and state legislative districts. This comes after Republicans flipped several seats in last year’s midterm elections, which led the GOP to take control of the House. Jacobs also weighed in on whether former Rep. Tom Suozzi will run to take back his former congressional seat, which is now held by Rep. George Santos.
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This week, former President Donald Trump surrendered to authorities and pleaded not guilty to 34 felony counts of falsifying business records, related to alleged hush money payments made to two women during his 2016 presidential campaign. It marks the first time in U.S. history that a current or former president has ever faced criminal charges.
Zachary Carter, who previously served as U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District, joined Errol Louis to discuss the unprecedented event, as they focused on how the unsealed indictment appears to be much broader than just the Stormy Daniels case. They also discussed the intense pressure and scrutiny being placed on acting New York Supreme Court Judge Juan Merchan, as he presides over this monumental case. And they got into Carter’s time as a U.S. Attorney.
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It’s been 20 years since former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg effectively banned smoking in bars, restaurants and workplaces. At the time, the Smoke-Free Air Act was met with plenty of opposition, with critics saying it would destroy the restaurant and bar industry, hurt tourism and create a dip in tax revenue. Two decades later, the measure has proven to be an overwhelming success, with many other municipalities, both in America and abroad, following in the city’s footsteps. Dr. Tom Frieden was Bloomberg’s health commissioner in 2003, and was an integral part of making the law a reality. He joined Errol Louis to look back at how the Smoke-Free Air Act came to pass, while discussing the many struggles that remain in the war against smoking, including the current statewide proposal to ban menthol cigarettes. The conversation also covered Frieden’s tenure as the director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, as well as his current position as the president of Resolve to Save Lives, a health organization fighting to prevent epidemics and cardiovascular disease. Join the conversation, weigh in on Twitter using the hashtag #NY1YouDecide or give us a call at 212-379-3440 and leave a message. Or send an email to YourStoryNY1@charter.com.
Doug Muzzio, one of the most colorful and most-quoted commentators and pollsters on the New York political scene, is hanging up his hat.
Muzzio, the chief pollster at Baruch College where he worked for the last 43 years, joined Errol Louis for a conversation touching on everything from polling techniques, diversification in the city and the changes that have occurred in the CUNY classrooms.
They also discussed Kathy Hochul’s tenure as governor, as well as some nonpolitical projects, including Muzzio’s book about silent movies.
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Some drivers in New York City are flagrantly breaking the rules, doing things like tampering with their license plates in an attempt to avoid being detected by red-light and speed cameras. The number of scofflaws defacing plates is mushrooming after the cameras started operating around the clock last August. Another workaround increasingly used by some motorists are parking placards. Hundreds of government workers and city contractors are abusing their city-issued parking placards by parking illegally, while other are using fake placards. Critics say placard abuse is costing the city over $100 million per year, and making streets and sidewalks less usable and more dangerous. Enter journalist Gersh Kuntzman, a one-man crusader who is trying to end these trends. He joined Errol to discuss his “criminal mischief” campaign, which finds him on the streets with a screwdriver and blue Sharpie marker, regularly restoring defaced license plates. He’s been capturing his adventures on video and has become somewhat of a local hero on social media. He also talked with Errol about congestion pricing, his blog Streetsblog NYC and a new campaign called “March Madness,” which takes a look at suspect parking practices at some local police precinct houses. Join the conversation, weigh in on Twitter using the hashtag #NY1YouDecide or give us a call at 212-379-3440 and leave a message. Or send an email to YourStoryNY1@charter.com.
There are over 71,000 people in New York City’s shelter system, including more than 13,000 families with children, a number that continues to climb as more migrants arrive in the five boroughs. Many in the system are escaping trauma, and they would benefit from mental health treatment.
The former speaker of the New York City Council, Christine Quinn, joined Errol to discuss the nonprofit entitled WIN, which she heads. WIN, which stands for Women in Need, is the largest provider of shelter and supportive housing for families in NYC, and Quinn is currently spearheading a proposal to require the Department of Homeless Services to offer mental health services at the 30 largest shelter systems in the city by 2024.
Their conversation also went on to cover the status of the New York Democratic Party since the gubernatorial election, as well as Quinn’s recent bout with cancer, and the importance of cancer awareness and early detection.
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With hip hop celebrating its 50th birthday and getting a museum in its Bronx birthplace, Errol sat down with one of the leading scholars and critics of the genre: Nelson George.
George has spent the last four decades chronicling hip-hop's rise. His coverage in the Village Voice and the many books he has written are all important pieces in understanding a cultural movement he calls “post soul." Their conversation covered everything from the music's origins, the music and film scene that exploded in Fort Greene and Clinton Hill in Brooklyn, and how the blackout of 1977 may have been a more pivotal cultural event than most people realize.
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Bob McCarthy was at the Buffalo News for 41 years, spending much of it covering New York politics. He retired this February, leaving behind an award-winning career and a deep understanding of all things related to the so-called Queen City, including the lengthy political life of Buffalo-native Kathy Hochul.
Bob McCarthy joined Errol to talk about the challenges Hochul faces as a governor from Upstate New York, what the battle over her chief judge nomination may mean for Democrats, and why she should not be underestimated as a politician. They also looked back on his long career in journalism and discussed what Buffalonians should be paying attention to.
Finally, they weighed in on how the Christmas blizzard in Buffalo was handled and whether some of the 47 deaths that occurred could have been prevented.
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North Carolina and New York could not be more different: culturally, socially, economically, historically and — most relevant to us — politically. This week on “You Decide,” Spectrum’s North Carolina Politics Anchor Tim Boyum joined Errol to discuss how that, while they both essentially do the same jobs, their respective regions couldn’t be more different.
The conversation touched on the changing face of North Carolina politics, how Democrats there have struggled to find a new identity and what issues may hold them back. They also weighed in on New York’s relationship with urban and rural areas and how it differs from the Tarheel State. Last, they looked ahead to the 2024 elections and revealed why their podcasts give them the opportunity to cover politics in a manner that’s quite unlike their nightly television shows.
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For over 22 years, A.R. Bernard has run the largest church in New York City, the Christian Cultural Center in Brooklyn. Starting as a preacher from his kitchen in Williamsburg, Bernard is now of of New York’s most powerful religious officials, running the center at its 10-acre campus in Brooklyn. Bernard has advised everyone from actor Denzel Washington to Mayor Michael Bloomberg to NBA star Jason Kidd to President Bill Clinton and, for a short time, President Donald Trump.
Bernard joined Errol Louis for a frank discussion about his journey to Christianity, his beginnings as a member of the Nation of Islam, and how his background as a banker helps him to offer financial advice to his congregation. They also talked about his role as one of the more prominent black Republicans in New York City, his plans for a “mini-city” within the Christian Cultural Center’s campus, and why many younger people are turning away from religion.
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Just a day after announcing her $227 billion state budget plan, Gov. Kathy Hochul joined Errol for an exclusive one-on-one interview. The conversation covered many aspects of the new budget proposal, including her plan to help the city with an increase of asylum seekers. They also discussed congestion pricing, a potential gas stove ban, and the steps she’ll be taking after her chief judge nominee, Hector LaSalle, was rejected by a state Senate committee. Join the conversation, weigh in on Twitter using the hashtag #NY1YouDecide or give us a call at 212-379-3440 and leave a message. Or send an email to YourStoryNY1@charter.com
Eric Adams began his second year as mayor of New York City with his annual State of the City address, which outlined his so-called “Working People’s Agenda.” The address detailed proposals covering everything from public safety to housing and the economy. He then joined Errol for an interview, highlighting some core issues and discussing where things stand with public housing and Rikers Island.
After that, Katie Honan, reporter for the news organization THE CITY and co-host of the “FAQ NYC” podcast, sat down with Errol for a look at how Adams’ address compared to those of previous mayors. And they talked about what we should expect from the Adams administration in 2023. The conversation also touched on the relationship between Gov. Kathy Hochul and Adams, the current state of public housing, and the mayor’s new newsletter and podcast.
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As the calls continue to close the city’s massive jails complex on Rikers Island, most New Yorkers are unaware of the history – and sometimes horrors – of the infamous correctional institution. The country’s largest detention complex, Rikers is now overseen by a federal monitor after years of mismanagement, violence, and dysfunction.
A new book, “Rikers: An Oral History," by journalists Graham Rayman and Reuven Blau, pulls back the curtain and goes behind the bars to look at life in the notorious facility. The authors joined Errol to talk about the book and why they chose the oral history format. They also traced the ugly history of the island and its possible future.
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The housing crisis in New York has now reached epic proportions.
In her State of the State address, Gov. Kathy Hochul vowed affordable housing would be a top priority as she aims to build over 800,000 new homes over the next decade.
Meanwhile, Mayor Eric Adams has stated he’s looking to expand affordable housing through incentives for developers and preserving existing below-market units.
Cea Weaver, who co-founded the Housing Justice for All coalition, joined Errol to talk through the different ways of tackling the current crisis in New York. Their conversation covered Cea’s experience living both upstate and downstate and how it’s important for both regions of New York to be understood and properly represented in the housing debate.
They also discussed Hochul’s new housing initiative and the ideas behind the so-called good cause eviction protections. Additionally, they both weighed in on the concept of non-reformist reform.
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Rep. George Santos started his first term in Congress representing parts of Long Island and Queens with a resume which has been proven to be a series of lies. While his fellow Republicans in Congress have avoided criticizing his, Santos is now being attacked by some of his fellow New York Republicans.
Meanwhile, Santos’ presence on Capitol Hill has also been the subject political drama and he's been pursued daily by reporters who want answers.
Errol sat down with NY1 political reporter Emily Ngo and NY1 Washington correspondent Kevin Frey in an attempt to make sense of this unprecedented situation.
After that, Errol talked to Democratic Rep. Dan Goldman, who along with Rep. Richie Torres, recently filed an official complaint with the House Ethics Committee about Santos. Goldman explained the investigation is necessary because Republicans have remained so quiet about the extensive allegations against Santos.
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To call 2022 an eventful year in New York politics is an understatement. NY1’s “You Decide” was there for all of it. This week, Errol Louis selected some of his favorite episodes of the podcast from the past 12 months, and discussed why he found each conversation so memorable.
He revisited his interviews with Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, administrator of the Drug Enforcement Administration Anne Milgram, city Comptroller Brad Lander, Mayor Eric Adams and many others in an attempt to make sense of a year that was full of surprises.
This is part two of “You Decide: The Year in Review — 2022.”
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To call 2022 an eventful year in New York politics is an understatement. NY1’s “You Decide” was there for all of it. This week, Errol Louis selected some of his favorite episodes of the podcast from the past 12 months, and discussed why he found each conversation so memorable. He revisited his interviews with Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, DEA Administrator Anne Milgram, the city’s Comptroller Brad Lander, Mayor Eric Adams and many others in an attempt to make sense of a year that was full of surprises. This is part one of “You Decide: The Year in Review - 2022, Part.” The second part will be published next Thursday.
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Over the last year, Venezuelans have been crossing the Texas border into the United States in record numbers. Because of Texas Gov. Greg Abbot’s controversial busing plan, many of those asylum seekers have arrived here in New York City.
Why are Venezuelans fleeing at such a record pace?
Journalist William Neuman tackles the issue in his fascinating book “Things Are Never So Bad That They Can't Get Worse: Inside the Collapse of Venezuela.":
Neuman recently joined Errol for a candid discussion about the ongoing migration crisis. Their conversation touched on the economic collapse of Venezuela, the failure of U.S. sanctions to improve the situation as well as the inability for the homeless shelter system in New York to be the receiving center for this influx of asylum seekers.
They also looked at Hugo Chavez’s years ruling Venezuela, and assessed if the country can recover from its economic collapse and once again be home to the seven million people who eventually may want to return.
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Just a few weeks ago, former President Donald Trump announced he’d be running for president again in 2024, despite many critics feeling he was responsible for the Republicans’ overall poor performance in the midterm elections.
Acclaimed journalist Maggie Haberman has covered Trump more closely than anyone, and examines the former president in a new book, "Confidence Man: The Making of Donald Trump and the Breaking of America."
She recently returned to You Decide and discussed the book with Errol, as well as the ongoing investigations into Trump’s political and business activities. The conversation also covered how rare it is to have a president from New York, how his father, Fred Trump, influenced the former president and Trump’s role in the events of Jan. 6, 2021.
They also touched on Maggie’s large social media presence and how she is able to withstand the criticism she often receives from both sides of the aisle. Finally, Maggie shares her thoughts on President Joe Biden’s chances of running again.
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“Loudmouth” is a brand new documentary about the life and career of The Rev. Al Sharpton. The retrospective focuses on the Brooklyn-born Baptist minister's origins and takes a detailed look at Sharpton’s journey from his early days as an activist fighting for justice around the 1986 murder of Michael Griffith in Howard Beach to his role in the George Floyd protests.
Sharpton returned to “You Decide” to discuss the documentary’s approach to chronicling his life and how the movie came to fruition.
Along the way, the conversation moved to Sharpton's thoughts on how racism affected Donald Trump’s Queens upbringing and what he hopes to accomplish in the years ahead.
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More than 37 million Americans are living with diabetes; another 96 million are pre-diabetic, making it among the most widespread health conditions in the U.S. It can also be among the most debilitating — when not well-managed, it can cause heart disease, kidney failure, blindness, and even lower limb amputation. However, for the millions dealing with type 2 diabetes, it is also one of the most treatable chronic diseases.
In an effort to raise awareness around the issue, Spectrum News National Health Reporter Erin Billups joined Errol Louis to talk about their new collaborative special report “USA1C: Fighting the Rise of Diabetes,” which is currently airing on Spectrum News nationally.
The conversation covered “the social determinants of health” — a recognition that income and education levels and where people live are just as important as genetics. They also discussed Erin’s trip to the diabetes belt that stretches along the Mississippi Delta, where she met Dr. Faluso Fakorede, a leading advocate in the fight against diabetes. And they weighed in on their experiences here in New York where Mayor Eric Adams has advocated for systemic change in health care.
After their conversation, you can listen to the special in its entirety.
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Crime and public safety were some of the top issues that New York voters were concerned about during the election cycle and major talking points in the race for governor. Even with the election mostly in the rear-view mirror, the issue of crime will continue to be a focus in New York as Mayor Eric Adams calls for changes to the state’s bail laws and other reforms.
Errol talked it over with Scott Hechinger, a former public defender in Brooklyn and the founder of Zealous, a national criminal justice nonprofit. He sat down with Errol for a lengthy discussion about the recent gubernatorial election in New York and what the results indicate about the emerging narrative around bail reform.
They also touched on the power and importance of Twitter as a tool for social justice. They also looked at the impact that storytelling and the media can have compared to data, and examined the misconception that public defenders don't care about public safety.
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After a highly competitive race, Democratic incumbent Gov. Kathy Hochul defeated Republican challenger Rep. Lee Zeldin to make history as the first woman governor of New York.
Errol analyzed the results with Harry Siegel of the news organization the City and co-host of the FAQ NYC podcast; Brigid Bergin, host of the “People’s Guide to Power” on WNYC Radio; and Josh Greenman, the editorial page editor of the New York Daily News. They discussed what ultimately led to Hochul’s victory in the hard-fought matchup, and they also weighed in on the current state of the Democratic Party in New York City.
Additionally, they talked about what the closest gubernatorial contest in decades means for Republicans moving forward.
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The unprecedented migrant crisis in New York City has forced Mayor Eric Adams to declare a state of emergency. The influx of asylum seekers has been accelerated by Texas Gov. Greg Abbot who is is trying to handle his own state’s border issues by busing thousands of migrants to New York. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has also seen a large influx of immigrants from Venezuela, as people try to escape that country’s economic decline. While the number of migrants entering New York City has dropped off significantly in recent weeks, the crisis is still an ongoing national problem.
With this in mind, Errol sat down with his Spectrum colleagues Karina Kling, the host of Capital Tonight on Spectrum News 1 in Austin, and Ybeth Bruzual from Spectrum News 13 in Orlando for a multi-city discussion about asylum seekers entering the United States.
The conversation touched on how this is a bipartisan problem, what impact the general election may have on the crisis and what to expect in the months ahead. Also, they examine whether New York’s relationship with the state of Texas has been strained.
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This week, incumbent Democrat Gov. Kathy Hochul and her Republican challenger, Rep. Lee Zeldin, squared for the first and likely only time in a televised gubernatorial debate hosted by Spectrum News NY1.
Moderators Errol Louis and Susan Arbetter of Spectrum News' "Capital Tonight" weighed in on the highlights of the showdown, including the candidates' extremely different policy views in a race that is tighter than many people anticipated.
Hochul and Zeldin sparred over issues such as abortion, crime, and pay-to-play allegations. Errol and Susan break it all down and offer their insights.
In case you missed it, you can listen to the entire debate immediately after their discussion.
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Michael Cohen rose to fame as Donald Trump’s attorney and worked in the Trump organization for over a decade. In 2018, after things disintegrated between the two men, Cohen found himself in a heap of legal trouble which eventually landed him in rison and cost him his ability to practice law. He’s since emerged as an author and a commentator. His brand new book, “Revenge: How Donald Trump Weaponized the US Department of Justice Against His Critics," discusses Cohen’s experiences with Donald Trump, and serves as a warning of what may lie ahead. Cohen sat down with Errol Louis for a fascinating and candid discussion about his years with the ex-president, Trump’s business practices, and predictions for what his future in politics might look like. They also acknowledged how Cohen’s testimony helped lead to the recent investigation by New York Attorney General Letitia James. The conversation then touched on Trump’s mistreatment of many members of the Republican Party, as well as his unique ability to hone in on people's weaknesses and exploit them. Join the conversation, weigh in on Twitter using the hashtag #NY1YouDecide or give us a call at 212-379-3440 and leave a message. Or send an email to YourStoryNY1@charter.com
This November, New Yorkers will be weighing in on a ballot measure that will determine if the state can borrow up to $4.2 billion to finance environmentally friendly projects.
Julie Tighe, the president of the New York League of Conservation Voters, joined Errol to explain the importance of the measure, which will address climate change, land conservation and flood prevention initiatives. Tighe has been working on the measure for three years, since the Cuomo administration, but said it’s been under Gov. Kathy Hochul that she has been able to get it prioritized.
She also discussed whether New York will be able to meet its goal to reduce emissions, as the controversial congestion pricing plan moves forward.
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The wave of migrants being bused to the city from Texas and Florida has pushed the shelter system to its breaking point. The Adams administration recently announced it will moved a planned emergency relief tent from Orchard Beach to Randall’s Island.
Mayor Eric Adams joined Errol for the first time since taking office, to discuss the crisis and react to the City Council pushing back against his Randall’s Island plan, urging the mayor to find alternate locations. He also weighed in on a controversial Bronx rezoning battle and concerns over public safety.
Before that, Errol took a look at some viewer mail.
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A few decades ago, Rudy Giuliani was known as “America’s Mayor” with an approval rating of over 90%. His response to the tragedy of 9/11 made him a national hero. The fame he garnered, however, ultimately became the seeds of his undoing, leading to a lengthy series of moral compromises.
Author and ex-host of “Inside City Hall,” Andrew Kirtzman, wrote a new book called “Giuliani: The Rise and Tragic Fall of America’s Mayor.” He joined Errol Louis on this week’s “You Decide” to discuss the story of Giuliani. Their conversation covered Giuliani working-class upbringing, his disinterest in the 1960s counterculture, his incredible success as U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York, and his misguided mission in the Ukraine to find some dirt on Joe Biden through his decision to align himself with former president Donald Trump.
Errol Louis also shared some of his own memories of covering Giuliani over the years.
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Craig Newmark founded Craigslist in San Francisco in 1995. It was an immediate sensation, and has become one of the busiest digital marketplaces in the world, currently covering 70 countries. His attention however, has most recently turned to protecting the future of democracy, focusing most specifically on the organized disinformation programs that are designed to confuse and divide the public.
Newmark sat down with Errol Louis for a discussion about how the ongoing threat to democracy is incredibly serious. So serious that he has put up $250 million of his own money to help defend against it. The conversation also touched on what we as individuals can do to get involved, the power of TikTok and the uncertain future of journalism. And as a recent transplant to New York City, Newmark also commented on the importance of supporting institutions like CUNY and the 92nd Street Y, New York.
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Darren Walker knows philanthropy. After a lengthy tenure at the Rockefeller Foundation, he is currently the president of the Ford Foundation. Walker is actively working on fighting urban poverty on a national level, while examining the root causes of it.
He sat down with Errol Louis for a discussion about his career thus far and what he still hopes to accomplish. Along the way, they talked about how the outcomes of our criminal justice system are completely predictable, and how he still maintains a belief in the “goodness” of American people.
They also touched on his time as commander of France’s Order of Arts and Letters, and a recent piece he wrote about respecting the rules of civil discourse.
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Rep. Carolyn Maloney lost a highly competitive primary in the 12th Congressional District to her colleague and friend Rep. Jerry Nadler, ending a thirty year run on Capitol Hill. But she’s not dwelling on that. Maloney sat down with Errol Louis to discuss her storied multiple decade career, which includes a series of firsts for women in politics starting in her time at the City Council.
She also talked about how she helped create the James Zadroga 9/11 Health and Compensation Act and the Credit Cardholders’ Bill of Rights, which protects consumers from high fees and unfair practices.
And as chair of the House Committee on Oversight and Reform, she discussed her priorities for her last couple of months in office, such as leading an investigation into former President Donald Trump’s financial records.
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As the city marks the one-year anniversary of Hurricane Ida and more than 100 families remain displaced, city Comptroller Brad Lander joined Errol to discuss the push to legalize basement apartments in the five boroughs and explain why the city denied thousands of property damage claims.
He also shared what he saw during a recent visit to Rikers Island and reacted to Mayor Eric Adams’ remarks questioning the plan to close the notorious jail complex. And from the city’s employment levels to rising rent prices, he weighed in on the state of the city’s economy.
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After a competitive election cycle, Jerry Nadler overwhelmingly defeated Carolyn Maloney, ending her three-decade career in Congress. Errol analyzed the results of primary night with Ben Max of Gotham Gazette. They discussed what led to Nadler’s victory in the hard-fought matchup. And in the 10th Congressional District, they talked about Dan Goldman’s lead and projected win, as the city Board of Elections prepares to count absentee ballots.
They also weighed in on the results of the state Senate races, in which incumbents largely held onto their seats.
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This week, six of the leading Democratic candidates for New York's 10th Congressional District squared off in a primary debate, co-hosted by Spectrum News NY1 and WNYC-Gothamist.
Moderators Errol Louis and Brigid Bergin of WNYC weighed in on the highlights of the showdown, including the moments candidates attacked each other on issues of personal investments and differing policy views.
Errol and Brigid shared their thoughts and insights, including what they thought about the candidates’ answers to a question about former Mayor Bill de Blasio.
And if you missed any part, you can listen to the entire debate immediately after their discussion.
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This week, longtime political titans Rep. Carolyn Maloney and Rep. Jerry Nadler, along with challenger Suraj Patel, squared off in a lively Democratic primary debate, hosted by Spectrum News NY1 and WNYC-Gothamist.
Listen to the full showdown, co-moderated by Errol Louis, in which the candidates looked to distinguish themselves ahead of the August 23 primary. The Democrats debated on issues like SCOTUS, climate change and the economy. While Patel focused on the need for new leadership on Capitol Hill, Nadler and Maloney leaned on their lengthy resumes, as they both fight for their political lives.
One of the highlights of the evening was a surprising answer to a lightning round question, which caught many off guard.
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As Mayor Eric Adams calls for Albany lawmakers to act on New York’s bail laws, former Assembly member Keith Wright joined Errol Louis to weigh in on the debate over bail reform. A Harlem-native and the son of a judge, Wright also shared his early start in politics, discussed his time in Albany and talked about the political future of his neighborhood. As the current chair of the Manhattan Democratic Party, Wright discussed the direction of the party and reflects on what makes a successful politician.
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Longtime legislator and politician Al Vann died at the age of 87, forever leaving his mark on central Brooklyn, an area he represented in the state Assembly and City Council for almost four decades. He mentored a generation of New York politicians, including current state Attorney General Letitia James and Mayor Eric Adams.
Errol explored Vann’s life and legacy with some of the people who knew him best. They discussed his time as a central figure in the racially-charged clash over local school control in the late 1960s to his efforts organizing Jesse Jackson’s 1984 presidential campaign and building up Bedford-Stuyvesant.
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As the presidential race got underway in 2016, some said that if Donald Trump won the election, they’d leave America. But how many people actually did? Audrey Edwards kept to her word and moved across the Atlantic Ocean. She wrote about her experience in a book titled “American Runaway: Black and Free in Paris in the Trump Years.” She joined Errol to talk about how she arrived at her decision, and how her life has changed in the last six years. They also discussed how Edwards perceives “running away” as something much different than most people.
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The recent decision from the Supreme Court limits the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s ability to regulate greenhouse gas emissions from power plants. It’s being described as a ‘gut punch' by some environmental activists. Judith Enck, a former EPA regional administrator, joined Errol to react to the ruling, explain how the Biden administration can move forward despite it and discuss what it means for New York. Enck summed up the situation as “a gift to the fossil fuel industry and really bad for our lungs.” And as the president of Beyond Plastics, Enck talked about the importance of recycling and policies that reduce single-use plastics.
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Over the past few years the number of overdose deaths in America has risen at an alarming rate. More than 107,000 people died last year alone from overdoses, a record-high. Fentanyl, in particular, is largely responsible for the rapid increase. Errol Louis sat down with Anne Milgram, the administrator of the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration, for a candid discussion about what America is up against. She talked about how the drug problem has changed since her years as the New Jersey Attorney General, and what the DEA is doing to combat it. JOIN THE CONVERSATION Join the conversation, weigh in on Twitter using the hashtag #NY1YouDecide or give us a call at 212-379-3440 and leave a message. Or send an email to YourStoryNY1@charter.com
As the January 6th hearings continue, Errol sits down with the former Attorney General of the United States, Eric Holder, to discuss his brand new, critically acclaimed book, “Our Unfinished March: The Violent Past and Imperiled Future of the Vote - A History, a Crisis, a Plan." The conversation covers the idea of a “democracy under attack,” and the way the media should be responding. Also, Holder talks about how the civil rights movement consists of more than just the names we all know, and how he is the head of the national democratic redistricting committee that has been fighting the problem of gerrymandering and voter suppression.
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Ahead of the upcoming primary elections, as well as the NY1 Democratic debate in the race for lieutenant governor, Errol hosted a live edition of "You Decide" on Twitter Spaces. He was joined by Spectrum News political anchor Susan Arbetter and several members of the NY1 political team. The group weighed in on the races for governor, lieutenant governor and state Assembly, and discussed the debates over cryptomining and what the word progressive currently means. Check out our voter guide and election blog on the Spectrum News app. JOIN THE CONVERSATION Weigh in on Twitter using the hashtag #NY1YouDecide or give us a call at 212-379-3440 and leave a message. Or send an email to YourStoryNY1@charter.com
Last week NY1 hosted the first Democratic gubernatorial primary debate. Moderated by our own Errol Louis and Susan Arbetter, the candidates gave their views on gun control, the economy, abortion rights and the absence of Gov. Kathy Hochul. With the Democratic primary right around the corner, it’s a good time to listen to Tom Suozzi and Jumaane Williams as they enter the final stages of their race against the incumbent governor.
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As the New York state department of education proposes regulations for instruction in nonpublic schools, Errol discussed the debate over standards with Naftuli Moster, who has advocated for changes for many years. The executive director of the group Young Advocates for Fair Education was raised in Borough Park, Brooklyn, and shared his experience attending Yeshivas, which are traditional Jewish schools. He also explained what the state is proposing and the different ways schools will be able to prove what education officials call “substantial equivalency” in classroom instruction.
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As some members of Congress look to set up a bill that would allow Puerto Rico’s residents to vote on the island’s status, Errol Louis discussed the future of the U.S. territory with Christina Ponsa-Kraus, who is a constitutional scholar and historian at Columbia Law School. She explained the history of Puerto Rico, including how the U.S. constitution and Supreme Court decisions from the early 1900s play a role in the island’s current status. And she discussed the debate over making Puerto Rico another state versus granting the island complete independence.
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The Buffalo mass shooting has once again sparked calls for stronger gun control, with Governor Hochul outlining stricter proposals in an effort to keep guns out of the hands of people deemed to be dangerous. Nick Suplina, the senior vice president for law and policy at Everytown for Gun Safety, joined Errol to explain why gun violence should be seen as a public health issue and what actions lawmakers should be taking. He also talked about the increase of so-called ghost guns and what the Biden administration is doing to crack down on the untraceable weapons. And he weighed in on the upcoming Supreme Court ruling on New York’s gun permit law and discussed the rise of armed groups in America, especially after the January 6 insurrection.
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Following a New York Times exposé about former Mayor Ed Koch’s homosexuality, gay rights advocate Allen Roskoff joined Errol to explain why he’s leading a campaign to get Koch’s name off the 59th Street Bridge in Manhattan. Roskoff also opens up about his painful experience as a gay man in the New York of the 1970s and shares some of his most memorable stories from his decades in activism. Weighing in on Mayor Eric Adams, he says members of the LGBTQ community are disappointed in some of his decisions so far and will continue to “keep a close eye” on his administration.
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New York’s primary elections have been thrown into chaos and confusion after the state’s highest courts rejected the congressional and state Senate district maps, ruling them unconstitutional. And as the state Assembly maps also make it through the courts, Ali Najmi, a leading election attorney, joined Errol to discuss what the court ruling means for the upcoming primaries and candidates. He also discussed controversy surrounding the Brooklyn Democratic Party involving forged ballot petition signatures. And he weighed in on the changing political makeup in Queens after New Yorkers voted for a diverse City Council class, including the first Muslim woman member elected.
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New York has pledged to reach net-zero emissions by the year 2050. It’s an ambitious goal that will require a total transformation of the state’s economy, which is why environmental activists like Eddie Bautista are calling on the state to drastically boost its investment on green infrastructure and green jobs. Bautista, executive director of the New York City Environmental Justice Alliance, joined Errol to talk about the push for lowering emissions as the climate emergency grows. They also got into some trash talk, and he explained how some corporations are taking part in what’s known as greenwashing. And he shared some of his experiences as a longtime community organizer who has made it his life mission to fight on behalf of low-income and minority communities that have suffered the brunt of climate change.
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Two months since Russia launched a full-on invasion of Ukraine, millions of people have been displaced and President Biden is signing off on new aid for Ukraine. For weeks, journalists have been reporting on the humanitarian crisis, including many independent reporters like Terrell Starr, who has been living on and off in Kyiv, Ukraine, for several years. He joined Errol Louis to share his experiences being on the ground and his insight into why Russian President Vladimir Putin invaded the country. And he shared his stories about being in Eurasia as a “Black man from Detroit” and how the conflict might continue to unfold. In a very candid conversation, Starr also opened up about his sexual identity, his mental health struggles and his future professional plans.
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Amid mounting controversy over Mayor Eric Adams’ decision to clear out hundreds of homeless encampments all over the city, homeless rights advocate Shams DaBaron joins Errol to talk about his own experience living on the streets of New York. Shams, who is commonly known as the “homeless hero,” also opens up about his own struggles with depression and alcohol abuse, as he pushes for better mental health resources for homeless New Yorkers. He also explains why New Yorkers sleeping on the streets and on the subway are not likely to go to city-run shelters, where they often encounter dangerous and unsettling conditions.
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Amid a spiraling humanitarian catastrophe on Rikers Island, a doctor shares her experience taking care of the sickest and oldest detainees at the city’s largest jail complex. Dr. Rachael Bedard joined Errol Louis to explain why she sees the COVID-19 pandemic as a missed opportunity to reimagine the city’s approach to criminal justice and permanently reduce the inmate population. While her disillusionment ultimately led her to leave her job on Rikers, she’s still fighting to protect the rights of those behind bars as a research fellow at the “Institute to End Mass Incarceration.”
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As she seeks a third term, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez sat down with Errol at her campaign headquarters in the Bronx to reflect on her time in office, issues in her district and some Washington politics.
The Queens and Bronx representative weighed in on the debate over public safety, bail reform and the crisis on Rikers Island. And on the national end, she discussed the midterm elections and how President Biden is faring so far, including the stalling of his social spending agenda.
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Majora Carter, an urban revitalization strategist from the South Bronx, argues that gentrification starts when people don’t see the value in their own neighborhoods. That’s why her approach to community development is centered on creating incentives to encourage successful people to stay in the low-income areas they grew up in. She joins Errol to talk about her new book: “Reclaiming Your Community: You Don’t Have to Move Out of Your Neighborhood to Live in a Better One,” where she outlines her strategies to create prosperous local economies and shares her experiences going up against what she calls the “non-profit industrial complex.”
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Two years after New York was largely shut down because of the coronavirus, the city is now seeing the pendulum swing back: most school children no longer have to wear masks in schools, and businesses aren’t required to request proof of vaccination from their customers. But, as health experts warn, this doesn’t mean the pandemic is over. The state health commissioner, Dr. Mary Bassett, and the city health commissioner, Dr. Dave Chokshi, join Errol to reflect on New York’s response to the pandemic and encourage New Yorkers to keep taking certain precautions.
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After President Biden announced Ketanji Brown Jackson as his Supreme Court nominee, Senator Charles Schumer said the U.S. Senate would move her nomination expeditiously. If confirmed, Jackson would be the first Black woman to serve as a justice in the court’s history. Errol discussed the historic nature of the nomination with Olatunde Johnson, a Columbia Law School professor who served on Biden’s Presidential Commission on the Supreme Court. And as a former clerk for Supreme Court Justice John Paul Stevens, she discussed some of the cases currently on the docket and the challenges that Jackson faces.
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Last month’s fatal shooting of two NYPD officers in Harlem is just one of many high-profile shootings over the years. That includes Steven McDonald, who was shot in 1986 while on patrol and was left paralyzed for decades. His story is part of a recent book, “New York’s Finest, Stories of the NYPD and the Hero Cops Who Saved the City” by veteran journalist Michael Daly.
Daly joined Errol to talk about McDonald’s life story and the years that he has covered the NYPD, from his time at the Daily Beast to the New York Daily News. He also gave some advice to the next generation of journalists and talked about the impact the pandemic has had on the city, as we approach the two-year anniversary of the first confirmed cases in the five boroughs.
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All around the U.S. a new wave of elected leaders are going into government at all levels. Many are activists taking matters into their own hands, while others are following the more traditional route of working for an elected official before throwing their hat into the ring. But that wasn’t the case for Will Haskell, who was a 22-year-old student at Georgetown University when he decided to run for state Senate in his native Connecticut. Persuaded by the words of President Obama, Haskell launched a long-shot campaign against an incumbent who had been in power for decades.
He joins Errol to talk about his improbable path to victory and the many lessons he learned in the process. Haskell also talks about his new book “100,000 First Bosses: My Unlikely Path as a 22-Year-Old Lawmaker,” where he tries to guide and inspire other young people who want to claim a seat at the table.
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The United States economy is bouncing back from the worst effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, but the recovery is not being experienced equally — with millions of families across the country still struggling to pay rent and put food on the table. Sophie Collyer from the Center on Poverty and Social Policy at Columbia University joined Errol Louis to discuss what the federal and state governments need to do to push back against widening inequality and prevent more Americans from falling into poverty.
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After the death of Michelle Go, who was pushed in front of a train in a random attack, Mayor Eric Adams vowed to send more police underground. And he teamed up with Gov. Kathy Hochul to advocate for more social workers to help New Yorkers taking refuge in subway stations and on trains. Joe Lhota, the former CEO of the MTA, joined Errol to talk about concerns over crime in the transit system and what the city should be doing about it. He also reflected on the recent deaths of two NYPD officers in last month’s shooting in Harlem and talked about how the Adams administration is doing so far. And he shared his experience as a deputy mayor for the Giuliani administration, working on the city’s recovery after the September 11th terror attacks.
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As the city deals with a series of high-profile crimes, including the shooting death of two police officers, Mayor Eric Adams releases a new plan to combat the rise in gun violence. But will his proposals make the city safer?
Elizabeth Glazer, the former director of the Mayor's Office of Criminal Justice, joined Errol to react to the mayor’s blueprint and give some suggestions for the new administration. She also explained why the pandemic may be one of the reasons the city is seeing a surge in crime and weighs in on the debate over criminal justice reforms.
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The coronavirus wave, driven by the omicron variant, seems to finally be peaking in New York, but experts are warning about the situation in hospitals, where an exhausted workforce is still having to deal with an influx of new patients. One of the ER doctors sounding the alarm is Dr. Craig Spencer, who has been on the frontlines of the pandemic since the very beginning. He joined Errol to share his takeaways from the latest surge and explain the many lessons yet to be learned from the pandemic. Dr. Spencer, who is the director of global health in emergency medicine at New York-Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center, also shared his experience treating Ebola patients in West Africa and testing positive for the virus after coming back to the city in 2014.
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With crime on the rise, Eric Adams promised that when he became mayor, his police department would try to cut crime off at the pass, getting ahead of problems before they could get worse. National security expert and former undercover FBI agent Naveed Jamali joined Errol to explain how data can help the NYPD achieve this goal. He also argues that the police need to stop measuring success by the number of arrests they make and focus instead on disrupting criminal activity. Beyond sharing his ideas on how to improve public safety, Jamali dives into his experience infiltrating a Russian military intelligence operation in New York, a fascinating story that he narrates in detail in his book “How to Catch a Russian Spy: The True Story of an American Civilian Turned Double Agent.”
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For the second year in a row, New York City schools are back in session after the winter break amid a rapid surge in COVID-19 cases — this time caused by the highly contagious omicron variant. Keeping schools open for in-person learning is a controversial move, but the new mayor, Eric Adams, and his schools chancellor are sticking to it. Brooklyn College and CUNY Grad Center education professor David Bloomfield joined Errol to weigh in on the debate over school closures and talk about the many other deep-rooted problems the city’s Department of Education still needs to confront. Bloomfield argues that Chancellor David Banks needs to focus on tackling school segregation, but is he willing to take on that fight?
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Days ahead of Eric Adams officially taking office, Errol Louis previewed his upcoming administration, with Ben Max of Gotham Gazette and the NY1 political team during a live event of “You Decide” on Twitter Spaces. They talked about what Adams’ leadership will look like, analyzed his recent appointments and discussed his possible agenda for Albany. And they weighed in on what his relationship will be with the City Council and the media.
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As Eric Adams prepares to take office and New York City gets ready to enter a new era, Errol looked back at how much the city has transformed, with Thomas Dyja, the author of “New York, New York, New York,” a recent book that explores the last 40 years of the city’s political and cultural history.
Dyja discussed the different visions previous mayors had for the five boroughs and how City Hall has changed its approach in addressing needs of New Yorkers. He discussed the transformation of the city, from public spaces to public safety, and he weighed in on Mayor de Blasio’s fight for equity.
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With just weeks to go until he leaves office, Mayor Bill de Blasio joined Errol for “Inside City Hall,” to talk about his eight years leading the city, including his fight against income inequality. He discusses the state of the city, what he’s most proud of and what comes next. And he shares some advice for Mayor-elect Eric Adams.
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With the Andrew Cuomo sexual harassment scandal still having political reverberations, former Cuomo aide Karen Hinton joined Errol to shed light on what it is like to work for powerful men who create toxic work environments. Hinton, who is one of the 11 women who initially accused Cuomo of sexual harassment, has written about her experience in her new book “Penis Politics.” She shared stories about Cuomo’s all-consuming personality, including how he acted inappropriately with her more than two decades ago at the Department of Housing and Urban Development. Her memoir is also a coming-of-age story, from her childhood in Mississippi – where she first encountered a man who abused his authority at the expense of a young girl – to her time as a journalist and her days working for Mayor Bill de Blasio.
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As the CEO of Twitter announces his exit from the social media company and Congress gets ready to investigate the effect of Instagram on teenagers, veteran tech journalist Kara Swisher joined Errol to break down the latest news surrounding big tech. She also talked about her new companion podcast to the HBO show “Succession,” the future of cryptocurrency, and Donald Trump’s fight to get back on social media.
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While there’s a changing of New York’s political guard next year, Latinos are notably absent in the upper ranks of city and state government — even as the population is growing. Errol explores the city’s changing political dynamics with professor and author Eli Valentin. They talk about the Latino vote in other cities, the competitive race for City Council speaker, and the challenges that Mayor-elect Eric Adams faces.
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Zachary Carter, who served as the city’s corporation counsel under Mayor Bill de Blasio, joined Errol to talk about the high-profile cases he took on during his tenure, including the settlement of the Central Park Five, who are now known as the “Exonerated Five.” He also weighed in on the state of police-community relations and discussed what Eric Adams should be focused on when he is sworn-in as the next mayor. And as the first Black U.S. Attorney appointed to the Eastern District of New York, Carter talked about leading the prosecution against the NYPD officers in the 1997 case involving Abner Louima and the case of Jordan Belfort, the stockbroker whose story was turned into the movie, “The Wolf of Wall Street.”
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After a decisive election night in New York City, Errol Louis broke down the results during a live event of “You Decide” on Twitter Spaces, with members of the NY1 political team, Laura Nahmias, Robert George and some surprise guests. They analyzed Eric Adams’ win, the historic changes at the City Council and Republicans gaining ground in some races on Staten Island and in Queens. They also discussed where things stand in the Buffalo mayoral race, the future of the Democratic Party and what New Yorkers should be keeping an eye on moving forward.
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The Civilian Complaint Review Board, the oversight agency that investigates and prosecutes complaints of misconduct involving the NYPD, recommended in October that 65 officers be disciplined for their actions during the Black Lives Matter protests in the summer of 2020. Fred Davie, the chair of the CCRB, joined Errol Louis to discuss the case and the recent trial proceedings against Ed Mullins, the now former president of the Sergeants Benevolent Association. He also discussed his push for accountability and transparency, the Black Lives Matter movement and the debate over bail reform. He explained why he’s a fan of Dermot Shea, the current police commissioner. And he talked about his path from being a Presbyterian minister to leading the CCRB.
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With the November general election quickly approaching, the city’s next mayor already has plenty on the to-do list, and that includes addressing the rise in traffic fatalities. Advocates say this summer was the deadliest in terms of traffic crashes in the five boroughs, despite Mayor de Blasio’s Vision Zero initiative. Gersh Kuntzman, the editor-in-chief of StreetsBlog, joined Errol to talk about what the next mayor should be prioritizing to make the city’s streets safer for everyone. He also discussed the increase in bike riding, the debate over electric scooters and the push for more speed cameras. And he talked about breaking “car culture” and the issues surrounding placard abuse.
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This week, Senate Democrats officially introduced the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act, which was approved by the House of Representatives several months ago. This comes amid a year in which 19 states have passed laws making it harder for citizens to vote, according to a recent report. Sherrilyn Ifill, the President of the NAACP Legal Defense and Education Fund, joined Errol to talk about the decades-long battle over voting rights and explain the current legislation. She also discussed voter suppression efforts and talked about the push to desegregate public schools, including in New York City. And she weighed in on the debate over police reform.
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Conditions have quickly been deteriorating on Rikers Island, the city’s notorious jail complex. From staffing shortages to increased violence and concerns over COVID, lawmakers are calling the situation on Rikers a humanitarian crisis. And this week, a 12th person in the custody of the Department of Correction died.
Errol examines the emergency with two journalists who have been covering the issue for years: Graham Rayman of the New York Daily News and Reuven Blau of the City.
They discuss the challenges lawmakers face, how the jail got into a state of chaos and what can be done to address the situation.
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With just over a month until the start of early voting for the November general election, Republican Curtis Sliwa joined Errol to talk about his campaign for mayor. He discussed some of the top issues of his campaign, including public safety and animal rights. And he shared his personal experience with Rikers Island as the only candidate who’s been detained at the massive jail complex. He also discussed his roots as a community organizer, how he started the Guardian Angels and his career as a radio host. And he explained why crime boss John Gotti targeted him and the time he narrowly survived after getting shot several times in a cab.
Check out Errol’s conversation with Democratic nominee Eric Adams.
And if you enjoyed this episode, listen to Errol’s chat with Ron Kuby.
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After last week’s deadly flooding, President Biden toured parts of Queens, meeting with homeowners who are still recovering from the storm. Biden, along with Governor Hochul and Mayor de Blasio, reiterated the urgent need to act on climate change and prepare for the next extreme weather event, especially in vulnerable communities. Eric Goldstein, the New York City environmental director for the Natural Resources Defense Council, joined Errol to talk about what the city should be doing to make the five boroughs more resilient, including upgrading the aging infrastructure like its sewer system. He also talked about efforts to reduce building emissions and the importance of divesting from fossil fuels. And he analyzed Hochul’s new law requiring most vehicles sold in the state to be zero emissions by 2035.
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After two decades, President Biden completed the withdrawal of U.S. troops from Afghanistan, officially ending the war and leaving the country in control of the Taliban.
Iraq war veteran and advocate Paul Rieckhoff joined Errol to explain why he thinks Biden's handling of the withdrawal has been a debacle and why the U.S. is responsible for helping the Afghan people left behind.
And as we approach the 20th anniversary of the September 11th terror attacks, he discussed his experience as a first responder in Lower Manhattan and explained why he first decided to enlist in the National Guard.
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Ahead of Gov. Kathy Hochul's official event announcing Brian Benjamin as lieutenant governor, Errol hosted a live edition of "You Decide" on Twitter Spaces. With the help of the NY1 political team and special guests Harry Siegel and Alyssa Katz, Errol analyzed Hochul's ascension to the governorship and what her leadership means for the future of New York. They also discussed her top priorities, including fighting COVID and dealing with a housing crisis, as the eviction moratorium comes to an end. And they talked about what Andrew Cuomo will do now, after spending nearly 11 years leading the state. And Errol takes some listener questions.
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It was a historic week for New York politics: Governor Andrew Cuomo announced his resignation a week after a report by State Attorney General Letitia James found he sexually harassed 11 women and created a toxic work environment. Casey Seiler, editor-in-chief of The Albany Times Union, joined Errol to analyze Cuomo’s fall from grace and discuss whether he’ll be impeached. He also talked about his newspaper turning into an investigative powerhouse and being responsible for breaking multiple stories about the alleged misconduct within the Cuomo administration. He shared his observations about Cuomo and he weighed in on his recorded exchange with top aides that was included as part of the state attorney general report.
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After a report by state Attorney General Letitia James finds that Gov. Andrew Cuomo sexually harassed 11 women, Errol breaks down the investigations with Spectrum News political anchor Susan Arbetter. They discuss the fallout, including Cuomo quickly losing the support of top labor unions and longtime allies like President Joe Biden. And with Cuomo continuing to deny the allegations as the state legislature moving towards impeachment, they make some predictions about what comes next for Cuomo.
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New York City’s pandemic recovery may be underway, but with a rising crime rate and some businesses unable to keep their doors open, the five boroughs are still struggling. How did we get here?
Veteran journalist Seth Barron tackles that question in his new book “The Last Days of New York,” and he joins Errol to explain how he thinks Mayor de Blasio has left the city vulnerable. They also discuss taxing the wealthy and get into a debate over diversity in public schools — including the city’s elite high schools. Barron also explains why he thinks de Blasio really ran for president.
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Eric Adams first began his career in law enforcement after being persuaded to change the NYPD from within, during a meeting at the House of the Lord Church in Brooklyn. Reverend Leah Daughtry is the presiding minister of the church now, and she joined Errol to weigh in on Adams’ primary victory and the rise of Black power. She discussed the diversity in Black politics and what that means for the future of the Democratic Party. She also shared her experience growing up as the daughter of prominent faith leaders and her recent efforts to empower Black women to use their political and economic power in their communities. And she talked about her recent meeting with Vice President Kamala Harris and other Black leaders over the push for voting rights.
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Reihan Salam, the president of the Manhattan Institute, joined Errol to discuss Eric Adams’ Democratic primary win and what he thinks the next mayor should be prioritizing, including public safety – as Adams finds himself in the national spotlight after meeting with President Biden over a rise in gun violence. And as the leader of a conservative think tank, Salam weighs in on the future of the conservative movement in cities. He also discusses his Brooklyn upbringing, including his journey from public school to his time as the executive editor of the “National Review.”
Check out Errol’s conversation with Eric Adams.
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Two weeks after primary night, Eric Adams is declared the winner of the Democratic primary for mayor. Harry Siegel of “The Daily Beast” and the “New York Daily News,” joins Errol to analyze the new results, talk about what an Adams’ mayoralty will look like and how he plans to tackle concerns over public safety and the NYPD. And he discussed how ranked-choice voting ultimately shaped the election and led to an Adams victory.
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While final results from the primary may not be known for weeks, preliminary numbers show that women could soon hold the majority of seats in the New York City Council. Former Council Speaker Melissa Mark-Viverito joined Errol to discuss her campaign to get more women elected to the legislative body.
And she talked about her efforts to give Latino voters in New York more of a voice in government. She also explained why she’s been championing for the closure of Rikers Island, and weighed in on the debate around Puerto Rico’s future.
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After a memorable primary night, NY1 political director Bob Hardt joined Errol to analyze the initial results of the Democratic primary for mayor, from Eric Adams’ sizable lead in the unofficial tally of first-choice votes to Andrew Yang conceding after coming in fourth.
They discussed what comes next, how ranked-choice voting will play out and whether Maya Wiley or Kathryn Garcia have a chance. They also talked about the race for Manhattan district attorney and how City Council candidates backed by the Democratic Socialists of America fared.
Check out full primary night results here.
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With election season officially in full swing as New Yorkers begin to hit the polls for early voting, Howard Wolfson, former adviser to Mayor Bloomberg, joined Errol to discuss what voters should be looking for in their next mayor and where candidates should be focusing their efforts in the final week of the campaign. He also talked about the conversation around criminal justice and how concerns over a rise in crime has shaped the race. And as someone who ran Hillary Clinton’s 2008 presidential campaign, Wolfson weighs in on whether or not New York City is ready for a woman mayor. And he discussed who he thinks Bloomberg supporters may vote for.
Check out Errol’s conversations with the leading Democratic candidates:
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This week, our exclusive Spectrum News NY1/Ipsos poll in the race for mayor shows Eric Adams leading the crowded field, followed by Andrew Yang and Kathryn Garcia. Christina Greer, a NY1 political commentator and Fordham University associate professor, joined Errol to break down the results and discuss the growing concerns over crime and public safety. She also talked about what Black voters are looking for in their next mayor and why she’s skeptical of an Andrew Yang mayoralty.
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With just weeks to go until the primary election, left-leaning mayoral candidates have been looking to consolidate support. Errol analyzed the progressive landscape and the campaigns of Maya Wiley, Dianne Morales and Scott Stringer, with Katrina vanden Heuvel, the editorial director and publisher of “The Nation” magazine. They talked how police reform is playing a role in the mayoral race and where Eric Adams and Andrew Yang fall on the issue. And they discussed the tenure of Mayor de Blasio and whether he lived up to his progressive promises. They also analyzed the race for Manhattan district attorney, a seat that her father once ran for in 1973.
Check out NY1’s extensive 2021 election guide on the Spectrum News app and here.
Listen to the latest episode of “Off Topic/On Politics,” featuring a conversation with Dianne Morales.
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Ahead of NY1’s Republican primary debate for mayor between Curtis Sliwa and Fernando Mateo, veteran political consultant Tom Doherty joined Errol to talk about the state of the Republican Party in New York. And as a former top aide to Governor Pataki, he shared his experience working on the 1994 Pataki campaign against Mario Cuomo and weighed in on whether Andrew Giuliani has a shot at becoming the next governor of New York. And he explained why after being a life-long Republican he’s leaving the GOP.
If you enjoyed this episode, listen to Errol’s conversation with George Pataki.
Check out NY1’s extensive 2021 election guide on the Spectrum News app and here.
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As the race for mayor heads into the final weeks of the campaign, former mayoral candidate Bill Thompson joined Errol to share his experience running for mayor, from the day-to-day and the strategy behind campaigns. He reflected on how this year’s race is similar and different than 2013’s contest and shared some advice for the candidates.
Check out NY1’s extensive 2021 election guide on the Spectrum News app and here.
And if you missed the NY1 mayoral debate, watch it in its entirety here.
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Ahead of the first official mayoral debate of the primary season veteran Democratic strategist Bruce Gyory joined Errol to analyze where things stand in the campaign and discuss how ranked-choice voting could change everything this year. He also discussed whether newspaper endorsements will sway any voters, as two editorial boards back candidates in the race. And since he has worked on mayoral campaigns in the past, he offered some historical insight into how this year’s contest compares to previous ones.
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With the June Democratic primary just seven weeks away, mayoral candidate and political newcomer Dianne Morales joined Errol to discuss what’s motivating her to run for mayor, including her journey through the city’s public schools to her first job in the child welfare system and eventually running nonprofits. She talked about the role that nonprofit organizations would play in a Morales administration, and as a former public school teacher, she discussed what needs to be done to fix the city’s schools.
And after receiving millions in matching funds and securing some progressive support, she talked about her campaign gaining momentum and weighed in on getting the attention of young city voters.
Check out NY1’s extensive 2021 election guide on the Spectrum News app and here.
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Mayoral candidate Maya Wiley joined Errol to talk about her plans to tackle the rise in gun violence and how she plans to desegregate city schools. As a civil rights attorney who spent years in public service, she discussed how her parents put her on the path to fight for racial justice and how her upbringing shapes the way she plans to lead the city. And she shared her personal experience about what it’s like to run for mayor as a Black woman.
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Scott Stringer recently secured two big endorsements from the left-leaning Working Families and the United Federation of Teachers, giving a big boost to his campaign for mayor. Stringer joined Errol to talk about his Manhattan roots, his decades of experience in public office and why that makes him the most qualified to lead the city’s recovery. And he discussed his progressive values and whether he can bring about the change that some voters are looking for.
Check out NY1’s extensive 2021 election guide on the Spectrum News app and here.
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With just two months to go until early voting begins for the June primaries, Eric Adams joined Errol to talk about his Brooklyn roots, why he joined the NYPD and how his time in the department shaped his ideas around police reform. He also discussed his time as state Senator, during what was a tumultuous time in Albany. And he explains his health journey and why he thinks getting New Yorkers to eat healthier can help solve some of the city’s problems in the long run.
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As state lawmakers reach a deal to raise taxes on New York’s highest earners and corporations, Kathy Wylde, the CEO of the Partnership for New York City, joined Errol to explain why increasing taxes will encourage businesses to move their headquarters to other states. Wylde, who has advocated on behalf of the city’s top business organizations for decades, talked about how the city’s labor market has changed, what needs to be done to keep jobs in the five boroughs and the concerns of business leaders about the city’s economy. And she discussed her career, from moving to Brooklyn in the 60s and her experience working with the last three mayors.
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After months of people incarcerated in jails and prisons being excluded from New York’s vaccine rollout, a judge ruled that the state must allow New Yorkers behind bars access to the COVID-19 vaccine. Jose Saldaña, the director of the Release Aging People in Prison campaign, joined Errol to talk about the ruling and the overall state of medical care in state prisons. And as someone who was incarcerated for nearly four decades, he discussed his personal journey and his experience with the parole system.
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With just three months to go until the Democratic primary, mayoral candidate Ray McGuire joined Errol to talk about his path from growing up in a single-parent household in Ohio to becoming one of the few top Black executives on Wall Street. He talked about why he’s leaving a successful career behind to run for mayor and explained why his experience makes him the best candidate to lead the city out of an economic crisis.
And as someone who has sat on several museum boards, he discussed his love of art and the inspiration behind his personal collection.
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Mayoral candidate Shaun Donovan joined Errol to discuss his long career as a housing expert, from his first job out of college to serving as the secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development under President Obama. He talked about his time working in the Bloomberg administration as housing commissioner, and he explained his proposals to fix public housing and achieve more equitable housing in the city.
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Errol breaks down the nursing home scandal and the multiple sexual harassment allegations against Governor Cuomo, with Spectrum News political anchor Susan Arbetter, who has covered the state capitol for many years. She offers historical insight into scandals of previous governors, explains the rise of Cuomo’s national profile during the pandemic and discusses how lawmakers are reacting to the recent allegations.
They also talk about what comes next amid calls for his resignation, and if Cuomo can weather the storm.
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As the race for mayor heats up ahead of the June Democratic primary, candidate Kathryn Garcia joined Errol to talk about her Brooklyn childhood, her time as the sanitation commissioner and her experience running the New York City Housing Authority. She also laid out her vision for the city and discussed her plans for reforming the NYPD.
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In his first weeks of office, President Biden signed a slew of executive actions aimed at reversing policies Donald Trump had enacted. In addition to pledging to rejoin the Paris climate accord, the Biden administration has also made moves to reduce the country’s dependency on the oil industry. Bill McKibben, an environmentalist and founder of 350.org, joined Errol to talk about the fight against climate change, the push to move towards renewable energy and whether there’s any hope for the next generation.
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What would society look like if racism was taken out of politics and policy making?
Heather McGhee, the former president of the think tank Demos, toured the country in search of answers and wrote about her experience in a new book, “The Sum of Us: What Racism Costs Everyone and How We Can Prosper Together.”
She joined Errol to discuss her findings that racism ultimately hurts everyone economically, not just those who are being discriminated against. She explained that government investments in social programs would ultimately benefit both Black and white Americans and that racism is at the heart of why there is no universal health care or a proper education system. And she shared a vision of a path forward for Americans to cross the social divide to benefit everyone.
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As part of Vaccine Education Week on NY1, Errol discussed the glaring racial gap in the distribution of COVID-19 vaccines in New York and across the country, with Dr. Uché Blackstock, who is an emergency medicine physician based in Brooklyn and a Yahoo News medical contributor. Dr. Blackstock explained what the Biden administration should be doing to address the racial disparities and discussed the need to improve overall access to the vaccines.
She also shared what she tells patients who are hesitant about taking the shot and explained the differences between all the vaccines and their effectiveness against the new strains of coronavirus. And as New York City prepares to resume indoor dining, she talked about whether or not people should be eating at restaurants indoors.
Escucha aquí un podcast especial en español en el que la presentadora de Spectrum News, Ybeth Bruzual conversa con el Dr. Faisal Fakih, un neumólogo con décadas de experiencia. El doctor Fakih habla sobre los mitos de la vacuna COVID y sobre lo que los inmigrantes indocumentados deben saber sobre el proceso de vacunación.
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Washington Post columnist Jonathan Capehart is the anchor of the new MSNBC show “The Sunday Show with Jonathan Capehart” and was just named a PBS NewsHour regular contributor. Capehart, who’s covered Washington politics for years, joined Errol to talk about the change of culture in D.C. since Joe Biden was sworn in. And he previewed the upcoming impeachment trial and analyzed the fallout after the Capitol attack.
He also discussed his career, including his days at “The New York Daily News,” where he was on the editorial board with Errol.
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With the Donald Trump presidency officially over and an impeachment trial set to begin, the Republican Party is at odds about its future. Will Trumpism continue to dominate the GOP?
The Washington Post’s Josh Dawsey joined Errol to talk about his experience covering the Trump presidency for the past four years, weigh in on the future of the Republican Party and the shifting demographics in traditionally red states.
He also about his path from growing up in a small town in South Carolina to covering City Hall and Mayor de Blasio in New York City.
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In the 100th conversation of "You Decide," Errol discussed whether Joe Biden's policies and the ongoing vaccine rollout will have an impact on the pandemic with Dr. Irwin Redlener, who is the founding director of the National Center for Disaster Preparedness at Columbia University's Earth Institute and a public health analyst for MSNBC.
As the death toll surpasses 400,000 and the U.S. marks one year since the first positive case, Redlener explained what the year ahead will look like, and he talked about the anti-vaccine movement.
He also discussed his efforts to help provide health care to underserved children and the state of child homelessness.
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Presidential historian Douglas Brinkley joined Errol Louis to discuss the deadly attack on the U.S. Capitol and analyze whether the riots and subsequent calls to remove President Trump from office will define his legacy. He also weighed in on the future of the Republican Party and looked ahead to Joe Biden’s inauguration.
And he discussed his prolific career, including being the literary executor of journalist Hunter S. Thompson’s estate and his work with the New York Historical Society.
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Journalist Matthew Yglesias, a Vox co-founder and editor of the newsletter Slow Boring, joined Errol Louis to discuss different ideas to help solve New York City’s budget hole and economic crisis. That includes potential mayoral candidate Andrew Yang’s idea of universal basic income, the debate over raising taxes on wealthy New Yorkers and the fight over development projects. He also talked about his decision to launch his own newsletter on Substack and weighed in on the future of media and journalism, as local news continues to take hits all over the nation.
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In the final “You Decide” episode of the year, Errol looks ahead to the 2021 campaign for New York City mayor. With the Democratic primary six months away, he explains what he thinks the candidates should be focusing on and he shares some of your thoughts on the race so far.
Check out Errol’s interviews with the mayoral contenders on “Inside City Hall”: https://www.ny1.com/nyc/all-boroughs/politics/inside-city-hall
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Former Lieutenant Governor and MTA Chairman Richard Ravitch joined Errol Louis to weigh in on New York’s fiscal crisis and the rise in New Yorkers leaving the five boroughs. He discussed what actions the city should be taking and had some advice for the incoming Biden administration to help struggling states. And he talked about his experience as MTA chairman and the crisis the agency is facing due to the pandemic.
He also discussed the race for mayor and shared his thoughts on current field of candidates.
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Luis Miranda joined Errol Louis to discuss his journey from Puerto Rico to New York and how he got his start as a political consultant. Miranda reflected on his days working in Mayor Ed Koch’s administration and with David Dinkins.
He also talked about his attempts to get more diverse candidates elected to office and increase the Latinx vote, and he weighed in on the changing landscape of the Democratic Party.
And he discussed efforts to help Puerto Rico recover after Hurricane Maria, including an ambitious goal to bring his son's award-winning production of “Hamilton” to the island.
His life is the subject of a new documentary, “Siempre, Luis,” which is available now on HBO Max: https://www.hbo.com/documentaries/siempre-luis
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Jennifer Jones Austin, the longtime CEO of the Federation of Protestant Welfare Agencies, joined Errol to talk about the disproportionate effect the pandemic has had on low-income communities in New York and what can be done to achieve equality in the city.
She shared her ideas to end systemic racism and talked about what policies mayoral candidates should consider as the city looks to recover from COVID-19. And she discussed her recent partnership with the NYPD to develop ways the department can reform policing and become more transparent.
She also walked Errol through her personal path into social justice and anti-poverty advocacy, and she reflected on her fight against leukemia.
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Earlier this week, Mayor David Dinkins passed away at his home on the Upper East Side. Dinkins made history when he was inaugurated on January 1, 1990, as New York City’s first Black mayor. As New Yorkers remember Dinkins, we wanted to revisit our podcast special which originally aired in January:
After a turbulent four years in office, David Dinkins was forced to wage a tough re-election fight against rival Rudy Giuliani. And, three decades after Dinkins first took office, Errol explores the former mayor’s legacy.
In case you missed it: listen to Part 1, and Part 2.
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Earlier this week, Mayor David Dinkins passed away at his home on the Upper East Side. Dinkins made history when he was inaugurated on January 1, 1990, as New York City’s first Black mayor. As New Yorkers remember Dinkins, we wanted to revisit our podcast special which originally aired in January:
When David Dinkins took office, he promised to bring the divided city together. But his administration faced a host of problems, from racial tensions and concerns about public safety to a budget deficit. From the perspective of Dinkins and his top advisers, Errol delves into Dinkins’ time in office, the challenges he faced and some of the administration’s high points, including Nelson Mandela’s visit to the city.
Also check out part three, which explores Dinkins’ re-election fight in 1993 and his legacy, 30 years later.
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Earlier this week, Mayor David Dinkins passed away at his home on the Upper East Side. Dinkins made history when he was inaugurated on January 1, 1990, as New York City’s first Black mayor. As New Yorkers remember Dinkins, we wanted to revisit our podcast special which originally aired in January:
With the help of some of David Dinkins’ closest advisers and Dinkins himself, Errol explores the Mayor’s journey from the Manhattan Borough President’s Office to his successful campaign facing longtime incumbent Ed Koch and Rudy Giuliani.
Also check out parts two and three, which focus on Dinkins’ four years in office, his loss to Rudy Giuliani in 1993 and his legacy today.
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Randi Weingarten, the president of the American Federation of Teachers, joined Errol to talk about how teachers and schools are coping with the recent coronavirus surge. As the head of a union that represents 1.7 million educators and school staff across the country, she weighed in on Education Secretary Betsy DeVos’ tenure.
She also discussed what’s next for education under a Biden administration, especially with Dr. Jill Biden as first lady, and addressed rumors that she’s on the short list for the next education secretary. And she reflected on her time working with former New York City Mayors Rudy Giuliani and Mike Bloomberg, while at the helm of the city teachers union.
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Jeet Heer, the national-affairs correspondent for “The Nation” magazine, walked Errol through Joe Biden’s path to victory, including efforts to court Republican voters, and explained the historical significance of Biden’s win. And he discussed the debate over the future of the Democratic Party and the blame game between the moderate and progressive wings of the party.
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As the country awaits results in some critical states, veteran election attorney Jerry Goldfeder joined Errol to walk through the process of counting mail-in ballots, possible legal fights that could arise, and the recount procedure. They also took a closer look at Pennsylvania’s election laws and discussed why that state’s count could reach the Supreme Court. And he ran through some of the different paths to victory for both Joe Biden and Donald Trump.
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As states see a record number of early voters, including New York and key battleground states, Ari Berman, who covers voter access as a senior reporter at Mother Jones, joined Errol to discuss how the Trump administration has been restricting access to the ballot box. And he explained the consequences of a 2013 Supreme Court ruling on the Voting Rights Act of 1965 and what Amy Coney Barrett’s confirmation means for the future of ballot access. He also talked about how the pandemic may permanently change how Americans vote.
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Bill Kristol, a long-time conservative political analyst and the editor-at-large of the Bulwark, joined Errol to weigh in on the upcoming elections and the effort by some Republicans to get Joe Biden elected into office. As a former staffer in both the Ronald Reagan and George H. W. Bush administrations, he also discussed how conservatism and the Republican Party has changed in recent years, and he offered a historical perspective on “Trump tribalism.”
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Charlie Warzel, an opinion writer at large for the New York Times, joined Errol to discuss the growing power of Facebook, its influence on the upcoming elections and what can be done to stop the social media giant from fueling conspiracy theories like QAnon and authoritarian governments.
He also talked about his new project, which explores the pandemic and more Americans working from home.
If you enjoyed this episode, check out Errol’s conversation with Zephyr Teachout.
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Rev. Al Sharpton joined Errol Louis to analyze the vice presidential debate, including how Mike Pence and Kamala Harris handled themselves on the stage and their answers to questions over racial justice.
He also discussed his new book, “Rise Up: Confronting a Country at the Crossroads.”
Check out Errol’s previous conversation with Rev. Al Sharpton: Tales From a Life of Preaching & Politics
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The coronavirus pandemic has had a devastating impact on the already existing hunger crisis across the nation and in New York City. By some estimates, about two million New Yorkers are struggling to put food on the table. What can be done to deal with the problem? Is the de Blasio administration taking the steps needed to help New Yorkers?
Joel Berg, CEO of the nonprofit Hunger Free America, joined Errol to discuss the fight against hunger and explain what policies both the federal government and the city should be enacting to end food insecurity. And he talked about his time working to end hunger during his time at the U.S. Department of Agriculture under the Clinton administration.
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As wildfires rage through the West Coast, millions of acres have been reduced to ash and thousands of people have been displaced from their homes. The frequency of deadly wildfires have been increasing each year, along with stronger storms and flooding.
David Wallace-Wells, deputy editor and climate columnist for New York Magazine, joined Errol to talk about how climate change has been contributing to extreme weather and what immediate steps the federal government and cities should be taking, including New York City. And he discussed how divided President Trump and Joe Biden are on climate change and environmental policy.
He also talked about new research into the long-term effects of COVID-19 and analyzed the public health response to the pandemic.
Mentioned in this episode: The Uninhabitable Earth
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It’s no secret that President Trump is a loyal Fox News watcher, but how much influence do they have on each other?
Brian Stelter, CNN’s chief media correspondent and the anchor of Reliable Sources, joined Errol to talk about the relationship between the news network and the commander in chief. It’s the subject of his new book, “Hoax: Donald Trump, Fox News and the Dangerous Distortion of Truth.“
Stelter explains why the President’s bond with the channel has an impact on the entire country, and he discusses the future of cable news.
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In the wake of a report that President Trump disparaged war heroes, intelligence and counterterrorism expert Malcolm Nance – who served in the U.S. Navy for two decades – joined Errol to react to the scandal and weigh in on Trump’s relationship with the military. He also discussed how he thinks the Trump administration has put our national security at risk and how Russia continues to threaten our Democracy, which is the subject of his recent book “The Plot to Betray America.” And he explains his concerns about the growing danger of the QAnon conspiracy theory.
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Elie Mystal, the justice correspondent for “The Nation” magazine, joined Errol to discuss what the outcome of the November election means for the future of the Supreme Court, and he explained why Democrats need to be focusing on the importance of the courts.
They also analyzed the recent political conventions, including a look into Black Republicanism. And he talked about why he’s taking a critical look at white allyship in the wake of recent protests calling for racial justice and whether there’s actually hope for real change. He also reflects on Mayor de Blasio’s record on policing.
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With just over two months to go until the November election, Democrats have been working on getting Donald Trump out of office by focusing on his character. In a new book “The Opportunity Agenda,” former Kansas City Mayor Sly James and real estate executive Winston Fisher say the party needs to look past the election and work on revamping its policy platform to help struggling Americans – especially amid a pandemic and an economic crisis. James joined Errol to discuss the importance of helping the middle class by investing in small businesses, increasing access to child care and improving education. And he talked about his experience leading Kansas City, Missouri, and weighed in on the influence of money in politics.
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The Opportunity Agenda
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It’s 1970, Richard Nixon is president and the United States is at war in Vietnam. In a new book, “The Hardhat Riot,” author and journalist David Paul Kuhn chronicles a day known as Bloody Friday, when anti-war protesters and construction workers clashed in Lower Manhattan. He joined Errol to explain how, at the time, New York City was a microcosm of class divide and how that was the day that sparked a shift of the white working class towards the Republican Party, forever shaping American politics. And he discussed how the events of that era ultimately led to Trump presidency and what lessons should be learned heading into Election Day.
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The Hardhat Riot
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At the end of July, the CEOs of tech giants Amazon, Apple, Facebook and Google testified before Congress to answer questions about using their power to crush smaller competitors. Zephyr Teachout, an attorney with a background in corruption and antitrust law, is sounding the alarm about these big companies in her new book, “Break 'Em Up: Recovering Our Freedom from Big Ag, Big Tech, and Big Money.” She joined Errol to explain why corporate monopolies are more powerful than government, pose a threat to our Democracy, and play a role in economic inequality across the country. And she discussed how monopolies exist in all sorts of industries, from pharmaceuticals to our food supply, and offered policy solutions to create a moral economy.
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BREAK 'EM UP: Recovering Our Freedom from Big Ag, Big Tech, and Big Money
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With just three months to go until the November general election, Jay Jacobs, the chair of the New York State Democratic Party, joined Errol Louis to talk about the final push to unseat Donald Trump and upcoming political conventions. He also weighed in on the future of the changing Democratic Party, with progressives winning both Congressional and State legislative seats in June’s New York primary. And with Jay being a Long Island-native, he discusses the shift of party allegiance in suburban communities across the country, which could be vital for Democrats at the ballot box in November.
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Wes Moore, the CEO of the Robin Hood organization, joined Errol to talk about his anti-poverty work amid a growing hunger crisis and racial wealth gap that’s been exacerbated due to the coronavirus pandemic. And as America confronts systemic racism, he discussed Robin Hood’s new efforts to fund nonprofits that have diverse leaders. He also walked Errol through his personal journey, from his Bronx and Baltimore roots to his time in the army and then serving as a White House Fellow. And he talked about his new book, “Five Days: the Fiery Reckoning of an American City,” which gives a front-row perspective of the Baltimore uprising after the 2015 death of Freddie Gray.
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The debate over how to reopen schools in the fall is happening in communities all over the country, with educators and families voicing health and child care concerns. But with coronavirus cases continuing to spike in other states, can New York City’s 1.1 million public school students take part in in-person learning? Or is remote learning the way to go?
Richard Buery, who previously served as deputy mayor in the de Blasio administration, joined Errol to talk about the future of learning as we face a pandemic. He also discussed the problem of segregation in city public schools and described his experience attending Stuyvesant High School, one of the city’s specialized high schools. And he talked about his new role as the president of the Achievement First charter network and made the case for charter schools.
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Tanzina Vega has covered race and inequality for many years, including as the current host of “The Takeaway” on WNYC Radio. As the national conversation around race spurs change across the country, she joined Errol to talk about the fight for diversity in her newsroom and at other news outlets. She also talked about how news organizations are changing the way they cover race and the philosophy behind editorial decisions at “The Takeaway.” And she discussed about how she charted her path in journalism, from a childhood in public housing to working at some of the top media companies in the industry.
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While New York City has been well on its way with reopening the economy and easing social restrictions, city officials have been working on figuring out how to find billions of dollars in savings after the coronavirus pandemic put the city deep in the red. Nicole Gelinas, an urban economics expert at the Manhattan Institute, joined Errol to walk us through the fiscal situation the city is facing and discuss the future of the city and what our elected officials should be doing. She also weighs in on Mayor de Blasio’s and Governor Cuomo’s handling of the pandemic, the recent protests and police reforms.
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Actor Michael K. Williams, best-known for his portrayal of Omar Little on “The Wire,” joined Errol Louis to talk about his advocacy efforts on criminal justice issues and his work with the nonprofit NYC Together. He also discussed his journey into acting, the story behind his signature facial scar, and how he draws on his Brooklyn childhood and personal experiences to bring his nuanced characters to life. And he explained how he using his projects to bring voice to his community and talked about the need for more diversity in Hollywood and filmmaking.
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Anti-racism scholar Ibram X. Kendi, the author of the best-seller “How to be an Antiracist,” joined Errol to discuss the importance of people uprooting racism from themselves and from society, in an effort to build a more equitable future. And he talked about his new book “Antiracist Baby,” a tool for parents to talk about racism with their children.
For more on Race & Policing in America, check out Errol's past conversations with: Jelani Cobb: Race, Policing and a History of Injustice in America & Nikole Hannah-Jones: Talking about Race in America
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In the wake of anti-police violence protests across the country, calls are growing to “defund the police.” But what does that exactly mean?
Alex Vitale, a professor at Brooklyn College and the author of “The End of Policing,” joined Errol to talk about the resurgence of the movement to dismantle police departments, and Mayor de Blasio’s vow to shift funds from the NYPD to youth services as a response to the protests.
He also discusses his vision for the role of police in society and explain why he thinks reforms just don’t go far enough to fix policing.
Mentioned in this episode: “The End of Policing”
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As protesters continue to take to the streets to demand justice and police reform in wake of the police killing of George Floyd in Minnesota, Jelani Cobb, a historian and staff writer at the New Yorker, joined Errol Louis for a conversation on the long history of inequity, systemic racism and policing in America. They also discuss the coronavirus pandemic and its disproportionate impact on black communities.
For more on race in America, check out Errol's conversation with: Nikole Hannah-Jones.
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The coronavirus pandemic has taken a heavy physical toll on the country. But there is also a concern about the long-term effects of the pandemic on the mental health of first responders, families and especially children. Dr. Jennifer Havens, a child and adolescent psychiatrist at NYU Langone Health, joined Errol to discuss how the pandemic is leading to increased anxiety and depression across all young ages, how concerned parents can spot symptoms and the urgent need for access to affordable care, especially in minority communities. This comes amid an already existing children’s mental health crisis and high suicide rates.
She also talks about the rise of telehealth and telepsychiatry as a response to the pandemic.
If you enjoyed this episode, check out Errol's conversation with: Sheri Fink: A Dire Warning For New York City’s Hospitals
Over the past few months as the coronavirus pandemic spread across New York City, we asked listeners to tell us how their lives have changed during this crisis. In this special edition of You Decide, we share some of those stories. We heard from New Yorkers on their daily struggles and their daily joys, and the impact the virus has had on families, jobs and neighborhoods.
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With a majority of businesses across the nation at a standstill and soaring unemployment rates, former U.S. Secretary of Labor Robert Reich joined Errol to talk about what the coronavirus pandemic means for the future of the U.S. economy and the growing income inequality. As someone who has served in the administrations of three different presidents, he also weighed in on President Trump's handling of the crisis and the recent coronavirus aid bills. And he talked about his new book "The System: Who Rigged It, How We Fix It," which explores the role of wealth and power in American politics and how an elite oligarchy is undermining democracy.
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The System: Who Rigged It, How We Fix It
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Andrea Bernstein: Taking on Trump Inc.
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Former New York Governor George Pataki joined Errol to analyze Governor Cuomo's response to the coronavirus as he calls for an investigation into the state's handling of the pandemic in nursing homes. He also discussed what he learned while leading the state in the aftermath of 9/11 and shares some advice for elected officials who seem to be at odds. And he weighs in on President Trump's time in office and analyzes his re-election chances.
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Beyond the Great Divide: How A Nation Became A Neighborhood
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SPECIAL EDITION - Over the last month, we’ve been focused on the many different ways the coronavirus pandemic has changed the lives of New Yorkers.
So NY1 Political Reporter Courtney Gross is going to take us to Rikers Island to show how coronavirus has affected prisoners behind bars and the people who work at the infamous jail. You’ll hear firsthand accounts of what it was like when the virus started spreading.
Here’s her reporting in a special podcast episode of “Off Topic/On Politics.”
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The news media is one of the many industries that's been affected tremendously by the coronavirus pandemic. And as ad revenue declines, there have been layoffs across the country. Ben Smith, the media columnist at the New York Times, joined Errol to talk about what media and journalism will look like post-coronavirus and weigh in on the news coverage of President Trump’s nightly coronavirus press conferences. He also discussed the state of local news outlets as they compete with tech giants like Facebook and Google. And he talked about his eight years as founding editor in chief of Buzzfeed News.
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Voices from Rikers: Behind Bars as Coronavirus Spreads
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As the rate of hospitalizations drops in New York, state officials are looking to restart the economy amid the coronavirus crisis. But what's the best way to do that safely?
Errol spoke about it with Dan Doctoroff, who led the effort to rebuild New York City after the 9/11 terror attacks as deputy mayor of economic development and rebuilding under the Bloomberg administration. With the city losing billions of dollars of revenue and hundreds of thousands of residents out of work, he discussed what should be taken into account as Mayor de Blasio develops a plan to reopen restaurants, small businesses and theaters. He also talked about his current work as the CEO of Sidewalk Labs, which develops technology to aid and innovate urban life.
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MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
Greater Than Ever, New York's Great Comeback
Brian Lehrer, the host of "The Brian Lehrer Show" on WNYC Radio, joined Errol to reflect on one month since New York City residents started staying at home due to the coronavirus pandemic. He discussed how he's been guiding listeners through this crisis, what he's been hearing from the New Yorkers who call into his show and what he thinks about the government's response. He also shared how he first got into journalism and talked about his long career at WNYC, including covering the 9/11 terror attacks.
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Andy Slavitt, who previously served as acting director of Medicare and Medicaid Services under President Obama, has been working to get medical supplies to health care workers across the nation. He’s been outspoken about what needs to be done to fight the coronavirus, and he joined Errol to weigh in on the White House’s response to the coronavirus pandemic and analyze Governor Cuomo’s rise on the national stage. He also discussed the fight over ventilators between states and the federal government.
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MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
In the Bubble with Andy Slavitt (podcast)
Medium: States are Being Forced Into a Bidding War for Ventilators
New York Times correspondent Sheri Fink joined Errol to talk about her recent report, where she spent 12 hours shadowing health care workers at an independent hospital, the Brooklyn Hospital Center, amid the coronavirus pandemic and a shortage of medical supplies. And as hospitals across the city face a surge in patients, she discusses what our health care system should expect, drawing on her experience covering a New Orleans hospital post-Hurricane Katrina. She also talks about her recently released documentary, “Pandemic: How to Prevent an Outbreak” and lessons that can be applied to the current pandemic.
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MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
'We're in Disaster Mode:' Courage Inside a Brooklyn Hospital Confronting Coronavirus
Five Days at Memorial Hospital
Netflix doc: “Pandemic: How to Prevent an Outbreak”
With the Coronavirus pandemic getting worse, especially in New York City, Errol speaks with Father James Martin, a Jesuit priest and the editor-at-large of “America” magazine, for a philosophical and theological conversation about faith and God.
And Errol shares some of your calls about social distancing.
READ HIS OP-ED HERE:
Where Is God in a Pandemic?
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As the coronavirus pandemic spreads across the country and people are encouraged to stay home, there are many questions about how to manage anxiety in a stressful situation and feelings of isolation. Psychiatrist Dr. Gail Saltz joins Errol to give some coping mechanisms and discuss how parents should talk to their kids about the news of the day.
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Listen to Dr. Gail Saltz's podcast, Personology.
Criminal defense and civil rights attorney Ron Kuby has represented dozens of high-profile clients, from accused terrorists, accused cop killers, but also one of the Exonerated Five, previously known as the Central Park Five. He joins Errol to walk through his long career, including training under acclaimed lawyer William Kunstler, who represented Martin Luther King Jr. He also talks about going head to head with New York City’s district attorneys and weighs in on the progressive wave hitting DA offices across the country. And he discusses his successful radio career and his efforts to “keep New York weird.”
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How will women vote in 2020? What will happen with down-ballot elections? And what do Maine voters truly think of Senator Susan Collins?
Rebecca Traister, who has written about women in politics at length, joined Errol ahead of Super Tuesday to try to answer those questions. She talks about the role of women’s rage in politics, warns about the media’s intense focus on the race for the White House and analyzes the different campaigns, including Elizabeth Warren’s. She also explores what we should learn from the 2018 midterm elections as we head deeper into the primary season. And she discusses her recent profile in New York Magazine of Maine Senator Susan Collins.
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
Good and Mad: The Revolutionary Power of Women's Anger
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Judge Shira Scheindlin spent years handling some of the most high-profile cases in the country, including the stop-and-frisk lawsuit in which she ruled against the Bloomberg administration and changed the policy of the NYPD. She joined Errol to weigh in on Mike Bloomberg’s apology, his run for president, and how criminal justice has changed during her career on the bench.
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Award-winning New York Times columnist Nicholas Kristof has been covering human rights abuses around the world, including the genocide in Darfur, the Iraq War and the refugee crisis. Kristof joined Errol to talk about his time as a foreign correspondent and his newest book, “Tightrope: Americans Reaching for Hope,” which he co-wrote with his wife, Sheryl WuDunn. They travel back to Kristof’s farming hometown in Oregon to document a personal story about the struggles facing the families he grew up with, from incarceration to drug abuse and poverty. And he discusses what can be done to help blue-collar America.
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MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
“Tightrope: Americans Reaching for Hope”