If you’ve been keeping up with the news out of Albany, you probably know that the New York state budget is late *again*. In this episode of State Government 101, I explain why this benefits Governor Hochul and stymies progressive political change, and what we can do to fix it.

I got to sit down with @ghostrunnerblog.bsky.social to discuss a wide range of policy issues, the ins and outs of the lobbying process in Albany, and the NY-12 race. Here’s a choice cut of our conversation about AI companies and the RAISE act.

Washington Square Park should be welcoming to all - gates won't accomplish that. Thanks to @abc7ny.bsky.social for highlighting my statement at yesterday's Community Board 2 meeting on this topic!

Join me at 1PM this Saturday, 6/6 in Washington Square Park for a special Pride Canvass Kick-Off! I’ll be joined by some exciting guest speakers to discuss LGBTQ+ issues, then we’ll break to go talk to voters during this critical stretch of the campaign.

At last night's candidate forum on small businesses, I got to talk about how creating a robust environment for small businesses to thrive in is integral to maintaining a healthy labor market in the AI era.

Today I visited the protest outside of Delaney Hall detention center in Newark, NJ, and what I saw was jarring, even as someone who spent a week at ICE’s “baby jail” in Texas.

Knicks in 4️⃣‼️

Fun at the NYC Dance Parade!

State Government 101 Office Hours was a success! Thanks to everyone that came to chat about the New York State Legislature with me. If you have a question on the topic, I'm pretty sure I have an answer - so feel free to drop me a line!

Earlier this May Day, I stood in solidarity with Sunrise Movement at Wall Street, where activists shut down business as usual and got arrested to demand that we tax the rich, abolish ICE, and secure free and fair elections.

The war in Iran is officially over, according to the White House - but don't expect everything to magically go back to normal just yet. Credit: @patloller.bsky.social | Source #PeaceOut #WarIsOver #PTSDAwareness #FakeNews

Five-meter-high flames are shooting out of the roof of the Vondelkerk. All rights reserved - Whispering Media

Rep. Norman: January 6th was an issue that was made up in the first place. Reporter: Made up? Norman: That was a staged thing from day one. Reporter: The riot was staged? Your Republican colleagues barricaded themselves in their chamber. You think they were acting? #cdnpoli

Help us reach Top 100 Most Wishlisted Games on #Steam! This helps us reach more people who may want to experience the wonderful world of Hawthorn and help us grow the game. Please Wishlist and share. #playhawthorn #multiplayer #whattoplay #cozygaming #rpggames

447: The Red Pyramid - Rick Riordan (2010) Intro Series: The Kane Chronicles - 1 Rating: 4.1 ⭐️ Watch summary (6 min) in the profile Genre: Adventure, Fantasy, Fiction, Magic, Mythology, Urban Fantasy, Young Adult, Young Adult Fantasy 📚 Love books? ❤️ Like, ➕ Follow, ✈️ Share

You are now listening to a relaxing frequency. Take a moment to regulate your nervous system. This sound aids in releasing happy hormones such as serotonin and endorphins naturally, regulating blood pressure and heart rate. Original post

Why can't every day life be more like this?

Me: Okay, this is a casual game. Take it easy, and remember it's for fun The voice inside my head:

The Jamaica Under-17 national football team has secured a place at the FIFA U-17 World Cup after an impressive qualifying campaign — including a crucial 3-1 win over Canada to top their group! 🇯🇲⚽ #JamaicaU17 #FIFAU17WorldCup #ReggaeBoyz #FootballHighlights #CaribbeanFootball

We have maintained our policy interest rate at 2.25% https://bit.ly/47HRePR #MonetaryPolicy #InterestRates #cdnecon #economy #BankOfCanada

👏 This team! Our fans! We march on! #lufc

“if anybody should be awarded for excellence in journalism, it is all of those Palestinian journalists in Gaza who have risked their lives to live stream a genocide” – @dianabuttu.bsky.social on journalists like @Anas al-Sharif covering Israel’s genocide in Gaza Full report ▶️ youtu.be/YeQD6spHyEU

SOCIETY IS BRAINWASHED

finally got around to making my own art for @ashortsquirrel.bsky.social's tamagotchi ych :3c #furry #ych #blender

Caufield Saturday Special

One Man’s Dream Story is ALL of ours too. I pray for soon, Ukrainians deserve Peace, life and Love. #BeBraveLikeUkraine #Ukraine #Peace #Life #Ukrainians

Hagmaxxing #vtuber #hag

I know you'll be shocked to hear that the guy commissioned to build a Gold Trump statue got stiffed on the bill. ☑️ Gold Trump statue dispute stalls Ohio sculptor's Elon Musk project https://archive.ph/gFTjU #trump

Celebrating purrrrrsday 😻 #happypeef #purrsday #purrypeef #loudpurrs #snuggsonmom #snugglepuff #snugglepeef #momsgirl #dadsgirltoo #peefonapillow #peefalicious #peefsworld #peefthefluffmuffin #PEEFSTRONG

🚨 Weekend Review Clip 🚨 The lads discuss Ballyhale Shamrocks’ impressive win at the weekend and whether they could be contenders again! Can Ballyhale win the All-Ireland again this year? 🏆 #gaa #gaelicgames #hurling #kilkenny

Looking for a great spot near Ocean City, NJ? Pull over at the Route 52 Welcome Center soon! The egrets are nesting right by the lot, and the babies are growing fast. Super easy to see with your phone. I filmed this today, #OCNJ #OceanCityNJ #ShoreLife #NJWildlife #Egrets

PWHL Detroit General Manager Manon Rhéaume spoke with the media today, and talked about how this particular opportunity was a good fit for her.

Vorbildlich nicht wahr ?

Everything I went through led me here. To serve other people.

What are the current challenges and opportunities in Syria? Clive Stafford Smith explores how advocates can support Syria’s rebuilding process after years of civil war, and what role the international community can play moving forward. Watch now: https://gres.hm/guantanamo-syria

Me if Arsenal beat PSG in the UCL final 🧳

🔴 ÚLTIMA HORA | El ministro Óscar Puente denuncia que se está intentando "derribar al Gobierno con métodos no democráticos" social.elpais.com/a8p…

Dá-lhe, Érika Hilton! ❤️

This doesn't leave the playlist, ever: Santeria by Sublime.

Please rise for the Mexican National Anthem!!! 🇲🇽🇲🇽🇲🇽

He probably thinks I'm following him.

Every marathon I run reminds me that if we put one foot in front of the other, we’re capable of more than we ever thought possible. That’s exactly how I’m running this campaign: one conversation after another and one city at a time as we build momentum to make Michigan the best place to call home.

@fishengal.bsky.social @siciliansapien1.bsky.social @sophiemom.bsky.social @molly-bee.bsky.social WELL, IT'S "INSANE IN THE BRAIN" WEDNESDAY ACROSS TRUMPFUCKISTAN AMERICA #NoKings #NoDictators #NoPedoPresidents #2026Bitches #ProtestThePresident #TrumpEpsteinPedoCoverUp

In #Microbiome 🚨Effect of microplastics on gut microbes causes liver inflammation in cattle 🔍Investigating how exposure to microplastics pollution induces toxicity via the rumen microbiota-gut-liver axis 👉 doi.org/q6kw #OpenAccess #Microplastics #Pollution

The road’s been long, the bullets spent, but Undead West still rides strong. 💀 Spooky season’s here, partner. Time to return to the darkness, claim your revenge, and stare down the Man in Red. 🎃🤠 #indiegame #retrogaming #roguelike

On the last Saturday of 2025, there were about 40 Resisters standing up for our rights in Colma. We had blue skies, great camaraderie & quite a few laughs. #Resist #TeslaTakedown #RemoveTheRegime #NoKings #StandUp #StopICE #FreeDC #NoTrillionaires #Colma #California #Indivisible @maddow.bsky.social

Good Beautiful Friday to my Wonderful 1,092 #Followers. My goodness I do enjoy that of the people that do #Followme there are so many different types of people. Some enjoy the AI Learning Journey & Information, & others like the Creations & Entertainment of the #AIVideos. That's SO Cool! Thank You.🥰

Grace, glow, and gemstone magic collide in one unforgettable stare. When elegance meets bold design, even silence feels powerful and playful. Did you know amethyst was once considered more valuable than diamonds and worn by royalty to symbolize clarity and protection? This look reminds me that true

We can’t let our president threaten to wipe out an entire civilization. Invoke the 25th Amendment now.

“We’ve all got some agency to make a difference.” In this episode of the We Society, Will Hutton is joined by Prof Tim Lenton from @exeter.ac.uk, to share his research into positive tipping points & how we can all contribute to accelerating climate action. Listen👂➡️ podfollow.com/the-we-socie...

If AI were banned, programming would slow, requiring hours for tasks like debugging. Developers would rely more on documentation and manual work, slowing workflows and increasing fatigue. This highlights our dependence on AI.

There’s more to what you’re seeing. Spirit is the power behind all appearances. 👀 #UnityChurch #NewThought #Spirit #UnityofWestchester #EmmetFox

Click ➡️ Shake ➡️ Magic✨ They say a picture is worth a thousand words, but a Polaroid of our stunning campus? Well, that’s a whole novel. 📖 Happy #WorldPhotographyDay from our picture-perfect campus! 📸

Easy as 1-2-3 🔥

#OVERWORKCHAOS || December 19, 2024 || #Mannys

@mikellyoung.com wishing you were here watching some graps

To all the mage slayers and wizard haters

Tailor & Sean have mastered the art of enjoying life. 🐾❤️ Good friends, plenty of space to run and not a care in the world. Every rescue dog deserves the chance to feel this happy. 🌿🐕🐕‍🦺