I'm so excited to (belatedly) share the news that I've joined @GovKathyHochul as Senior Director of Strategic Planning. I'm beyond thrilled to help this groundbreaking governor make the lives of New Yorkers even better.
Heavy rainfall & potential flash flooding is beginning tonight & continuing through tomorrow night in the Hudson Valley, in New York City, & on Long Island.
Parts of these areas are expecting five or more inches of rain. It’s important to take steps now to stay safe.
Today's Supreme Court ruling on affirmative action is an affront to democracy and equity.
In New York, we celebrate diversity and inclusion in our education system, and we will work to ensure that the ladder of opportunity is accessible to all.
A statewide Air Quality Health Advisory is in effect today.
Please continue to monitor the latest forecasts on your weather app, @NYSDEC, or https://t.co/NrN5UzPd1U, take steps to protect yourself, and consider picking up a free mask at a location near you.
Stay safe, New York.
NEW: New York City is leading the nation by becoming the first city in America with a congestion pricing program — setting the standard in the fight for cleaner air, better transit, and less traffic.
As we so often do here in New York, today, we’re making history.
UPDATE: Governor Kathy Hochul commented on the killing of Jordan Neely today and condemned the actions of the perpetrator who “took the situation into his own hands.”
“No one has the right to take the life of another person.”
Silencing the voice of an elected representative is silencing the voice of the people.
Rep. Zephyr — you are so brave for speaking out and using your voice for equality. We stand with you.
“Where are all the allies? We’re out here, left to fend for ourselves.”
Facing the most extreme anti-trans bills to ever come before the Texas legislature, families feel a sense of existential peril. https://t.co/N5viioxNXX
Our latest research featured in the NYTimes! "The Representation Project tracked four hours of red carpet coverage on Sunday night...and found that women were still twice as likely as men to be asked about what they were wearing." #AskHerMore
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This storm will create hazardous road conditions through Wednesday morning.
Please stay home & avoid any unnecessary travel so you can stay safe & help plow crews do their job.
The snow will be heavy — one & a half feet will feel like three — & will likely cause power outages.
🔋 Make sure you have essentials on hand, including groceries, batteries, & blankets.
📱 Charge cell phones & other electronics.
⚠️ Be careful when shoveling &
take breaks.
This is going to be a powerful storm, but we’ll get through it if New Yorkers heed warnings, take steps to prepare, and exercise caution.
Sign up for emergency alerts: https://t.co/ELyoVQXTQV
Pharmacies are the new battleground in the fight for abortion rights.
@NewYorkStateAG and I are making it clear: In New York, your reproductive rights will always be protected.