Terry Strada, National Chair of 9/11 Families United, September 11th, 2025
Terry Strada, who lost her husband in the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001, shares her story on the day of the attacks, and the years since. She also speaks of her advocacy, fighting for accountability and justice for her, and the hundreds of families impacted by the terror attack.
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Tom DiNapoli, NYS Comptroller on budget projections, federal funding, Mamdani policies, September 5th, 2025
YS Comptroller Tom DiNapoli joined Power & Politics this week, discussing his most recent analysis of the State FY2026 Budget.
He touched on the impact of the economic outlook, the potential for federal budget cuts, and the impacts of changes to SNAP and Medicaid at the federal level.
DiNapoli also addressed the weight of the New York City Mayoral election on the rest of the State's finances, and how Democratic candidate Zohran Mamdani's proposals would make an impact if elected.
They also discussed Raise the Age funding along with his perspective on the recent Master Plan for Aging.
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Christina Keim, Author: “UNWANTED: The Causes and Effects of America’s Horse Population Crisis”, August 28th, 2025
Tom Eschen speaks with Author Christina Keim about her new book, “UNWANTED: The Causes and Effects of America’s Horse Population Crisis”. Keim discusses her deep dive into the perception of horses, and horse racing, not only in New York State, but across the country and even the world. She talks about what happens after a horse's "work" is done, and what resources are available for long-term quality of life.
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Jon Campbell, WNYC and Gothamist Reporter on his reporting into the aftermath of the death of Peanut the Squirrel, August 22nd, 2025
WNYC and Gothamist Reporter Jon Campbell joined Power & Politics this week, discussing his recent reporting on the aftermath of the viral death of social media-famous Peanut the Squirrel.
To listen to Jon's reporting on NYC Now, click here.To read Jon's reporting in Gothamist, click here.
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Jacqueline Franchetti, Kyra's Mother, Child Advocate, on meeting with Governor's Office, August 18th, 2025
A step forward at the State Capitol this week for a mother still grieving the murder of her 2-year-old daughter, which happened in the middle of a custody battle. Ever since that day in 2016, Jacqueline Franchetti has worked to pass Kyra's Law, which she says will save lives.
This week, she says she was able to speak with members of Kathy Hochul's administration.
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