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Wednesday, February 13, 2013  Syracuse mayor Stephanie Miner challenges Governor Andrew Cuomo to show leadership instead of offering budget gimmicks.

Wednesday, November 07, 2012  After conceding on Election night, Green Party candidate Ursula Rozum discusses her impact on the 24th Congressional District race.

Monday, November 05, 2012  Volunteers in Syracuse spent Monday night calling voters, asking for support of both local and national candidates on Election Day.

Wednesday, May 23, 2012  Gov. Andrew Cuomo says it's impossible to raise the minimum wage this year because of legislative politics. But advocates for the poor say he can force a change administratively.

Wednesday, January 18, 2012  Professor Anthony Rotolo of Syracuse University's i-School warns the debate over tougher rules for internet companies could send everyone who uses the internet on a slippery slop towards unprecedented government regulation. Rotolo took to his @rotolo Twitter account earlier Wednesday to send this message which he calls an "Excellent video explaining why we should #StopSOPA, which would censor the Internet and stifle innovation.

Tuesday, January 17, 2012  New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo says his mostly flat budget proposal of about $132 billion is a tool for shaping a new future for the state.

Sunday, January 08, 2012  As the race for President in 2012 takes shape, protesters hope candidates start to incorporate their message on the campaign trail.  While Occupy Syracuse will not endorse any candidate running for President, protesters said it's inevitable that anyone running for elected office will have to start listening to their message.

Wednesday, January 04, 2012  Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Wednesday outlined what he hopes are the next steps to reviving New York state and moving out of his famous father's shadow.

Wednesday, September 21, 2011  The City of Cortland has proposed important changes to its signs law in answer to objections by civil libertarians who feel it is unconstitutional.

Wednesday, September 21, 2011  The people have spoken in the Town of Camillus by voting to abolish the job of tax receiver.

Wednesday, August 24, 2011  It appears Dan Maffei is ready for a rematch with Rep. Ann Marie Buerkle.

Thursday, June 16, 2011  Conflicting interests and political maneuvering threatened to stall a vote in New York on whether to legalize gay marriage, viewed by advocates and opponents alike as a pivotal moment in the years-long debate.

Wednesday, February 23, 2011  Matt's Memo: Matt Mulcahy blogs about the days when Operation Rescue and anti-abortion demonstrations were part of the political landscape. Suddenly the abortion issue has returned.

Friday, February 11, 2011  With the shirtless photo sent to a woman he was apparently trying to woo online, Rep. Chris Lee is the latest in a string of New York politicians whose misdeeds have riveted national attention.

Thursday, February 03, 2011  Matt's Memo: Matt Mulcahy blogs about the uprising in Egypt and the violent outbreak overnight.  Where will this go next?