Fred Mogul

Healthcare and Medicine Reporter, WNYC News

Fred Mogul appears in the following:

Five Takeaways from Cuomo's Budget Proposal

Tuesday, January 16, 2018

Governor Cuomo is effectively running against President Trump in 2018 — and perhaps in 2020 — considering the priorities he spelled out in his budget address.

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Cuomo Address: Tactical Roll-out or 'Spaghetti on the Wall'?

Wednesday, January 03, 2018

Since mid-December, Gov. Cuomo has been previewing his 2018 agenda with numerous proposals, large and small. Today, he brings it all together for the annual State of the State address. 

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Filling a $4-billion Hole: What to Look for in Albany Next Year

Tuesday, December 26, 2017

How did the budget deficit get so large? What can Gov. Cuomo and the legislature do to close it? A preview for taxpayers as New York State heads into an election year in 2018.

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After Newtown, Anti-Gun Measures Rise and Crime Rates Fall

Monday, December 11, 2017

Both New York and Connecticut enacted tough gun laws after the Sandy Hook massacre. Here's a look at how effective they've been.

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Candidates Angle to Replace State Senators in Possible Special Election

Thursday, November 16, 2017

Newly open seats in the Bronx and Westchester are considered relatively safe for Democrats — but which flavor: 'Mainline' or 'Independent'?

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This Week in Politics: Is It 2018 Already?

Saturday, November 11, 2017

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2017 is a wrap. So it's time for an early preview of the governor's race and the Congressional midterms.

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There's Always 2037

Tuesday, November 07, 2017

For the fourth consecutive time, New Yorkers declined to hold a convention to overhaul the state constitution and reform Albany.

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New York Voters May Move to Rewrite the State's Constitution

Monday, November 06, 2017

On Election Day, New Yorkers will go to the polls to decide whether to hold a Constitutional Convention, which hasn’t happened in 50 years.

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New York Voters, Remember to Turn Over Your Ballot!

Monday, November 06, 2017

Three referendum questions will appear on Tuesday's ballots in New York, but on the reverse side. One could lead to changes in the state constitution.

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Ten Things New Yorkers Could Gain or Lose from a 'ConCon'

Thursday, November 02, 2017

Supporters and opponents of a Constitutional Convention argue about what it could do for New York. Herewith, some best- and worst-case scenarios, if the ballot referendum passes.

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New Yorkers Gather For Vigil After Attack

Thursday, November 02, 2017

At a candlelight vigil in New York City, religious leaders read the names of the victims of this week's terrorist attack — and called for unity and peace.

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Hundreds Seek Solace After a Murderous Rampage Kills Eight

Wednesday, November 01, 2017

At a candlelight vigil, spiritual leaders seek a message of solace, peace and unity.

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Ahead of Election Day, Bernie Sanders Stumps for Mayor de Blasio

Monday, October 30, 2017

With a week to go until the election, the senator and former presidential contender is endorsing Mayor de Blasio.

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Clock Ticks Down on Special Visa Program for Haitians

Sunday, October 29, 2017

Many immigrant communities are worried about DACA, but Haitians are focused on another program, too — one specially designated for strife-ridden countries like theirs.

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Even If Jailed, Suffolk County DA Won't Lose State Pension

Friday, October 27, 2017

Suffolk County District Attorney Thomas Spota could face up to 20 years in prison for covering up a crime. But under state law he would keep his taxpayer-financed pension.

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The Convention to End All Conventions?

Monday, October 23, 2017

New Yorkers will soon decide whether to hold a state constitutional convention. The last one was 50 years ago, and it failed spectacularly. Observers disagree what that means for today.

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Group Urges NY Cities, Counties and Towns to Sign Up for Census Review

Tuesday, October 03, 2017

New York routinely under-counts its population at census time, depriving residents of government resources and skewing political maps. A limited-time-only program could improve that.

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As November 'ConCon' Referendum Nears, Supporters and Opponents Escalate Attacks

Thursday, September 28, 2017

Every 20 years, New York invites voters to hold a convention to overhaul the state constitution. Those for and against it warn of influence by "special interests."

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A Vote Is a Terrible Thing to Waste

Tuesday, September 05, 2017

An upcoming U.S. Supreme Court case looks at states with turbo-charged gerrymandering, like Wisconsin. But a ruling could have much to say about New York, too.

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Free Air for Everyone! (On Bicycles.)

Thursday, August 31, 2017

In an ongoing effort to make biking around the city as convenient as possible, the Department of Transportation is piloting a pair of durable bike pumps, bolted to the sidewalk.

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