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Maybe you voted for them and maybe you didn't, but either way, what they do and how they think affects you. Keep abreast of political developments and gain insight into how New York State politicians think when you listen in as political scientist Dr. Alan Chartock converses with people in positions of power!
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Latest Stories from Capitol Connection
Last updated: Friday, June 01 2012 09:28 AM
The Capitol Connection #1221
Friday, May 25 2012 07:03 PM
Host Alan Chartock is joined by New York State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli, a Democrat who has been in office since 2007 after two decades in the Assembly. They discuss the state of the pension fund, the minimum wage debate, and the troubled New York Racing Association.
DiNapoli: Minimum wage hike fears overblown
Thursday, May 24 2012 03:45 PM
New York State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli is weighing in on the Capitol’s contentious minimum wage debate. The Democrat and former Assemblyman tells WAMC today that he supports a hike in the rate. Comptroller DiNapoli appears on this week’s Capitol Connection program, which airs Friday at 10:30 or Saturday at 1.
The Capitol Connection #1219
Friday, May 11 2012 08:15 PM
Host Alan Chartock is joined by Nancy Zimpher, Chancellor of the State University of New York system. They discuss campuses as engines of economic growth, budget cuts, and Zimpher’s relationship with New York Governor Andrew Cuomo.
The Capitol Connection #1218
Saturday, May 05 2012 08:06 PM
Host Alan Chartock is joined by James Odato, who covers New York state government for the Albany Times Union and writes an influential weekly column. They discuss the New York Racing Association’s latest scandal and the prospects for casino gambling.
The Capitol Connection #1217
Friday, April 27 2012 12:30 PM
Host Alan Chartock is joined Ed Cox, Chairman of the New York State Republican Party. They discuss the end of the GOP primary for president, Mitt Romney’s chances of carrying New York in the general election, and whether the Republicans can retain control of the state Senate.
The Capitol Connection #1216
Friday, April 20 2012 02:18 PM
Host Alan Chartock is joined by retiring New York State Assembly Majority Leader Ron Canestrari, a Democrat who has represented the 106th District since 1989. They discuss Canestrari’s decision to step aside, campaign finance reform, and the state of ethics.
The Capitol Connection #1215
Friday, April 13 2012 07:56 PM
Host Alan Chartock is joined by New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman. They discuss gang violence, cracking down on drug distribution, wrongful convictions, Indian Point, and Wall Street.
Schneiderman hopes for justice in Zimmerman case
Thursday, April 12 2012 07:05 PM
On the same day community watch volunteer George Zimmerman made his first appearance in court to face murder charges in the death of Florida teen Trayvon Martin, New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman tells WAMC that the case is a good example of what can happen when the public takes an interest in pursuing justice.
Schneiderman appears on this week’s Capitol Connection program, which airs Friday at 10:30 p.m. and Saturday at 1.
The Capitol Connection #1214
Friday, April 06 2012 03:21 PM
Host Alan Chartock is joined by Sheldon Silver, the Speaker of the New York State Assembly. They discuss the on-time budget, the minimum wage, redistricting, and the 2012 elections.
The Capitol Connection #1213
Saturday, March 31 2012 08:18 AM
Host Alan Chartock is joined by Dan Cantor, executive director of the Working Families Party. They discuss the budget, redistricting, and campaign finance reform.
The Capitol Connection #1212
Saturday, March 24 2012 05:20 AM
Host Alan Chartock is joined by New York State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli. They discuss the budget, Tier VI retirement discussions, redistricting, and ethics in the Comptroller's office.