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Aaron Shellow-Lavine
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While results from the New York State Board of Elections were unofficial Tuesday night, Democrat Sarah Rogerson led state Sen. Jim Tedisco by 5,428 votes.
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Mass. Democrats win statewide contests with ease amid national ‘Blue Wave’
In an already “blue” state like Massachusetts, last night’s results translated to decisive wins for statewide candidates – though as WAMC reports, that didn’t mean a total wipeout in some local races.
Democrat Chloe Pierce wins race for NY's 107th Assembly seat in 2024 rematch
Democrat challenger Chloe Pierce defeated Republican incumbent Assemblymember Scott Bendett. The race was one of several that allowed Democrats to retake a super majority in the State Senate.
Albany County voters approve ballot initiative to replace coroners with medical examiner
Albany County will now replace its elected, part-time coroners with an appointed medical examiner. Voters also approved a procedure for removing Albany County legislators.
New York U.S. Rep. Tonko wins reelection in 20th Congressional District
Congressman Paul Tonko won reelection to a 10th term in the House of Representatives. The Capital Region Democrat's reelection comes as Democrats won majorities in Congress
New York Attorney General James wins reelection to third term
New York Attorney General Letitia James, who was first elected to the office in 2018, defeated Republican challenger Saritha Komatireddy, a former federal prosecutor from New York City.
Vermont Democrat Gray elected as lieutenant governor
The Vermont executive chamber will once again be split after voters reelected Republican Gov. Phil Scott and elected Democrat Molly Gray as lieutenant governor.
Vermont Governor Scott reelected to serve sixth term
Vermont Republican Governor Phil Scott was reelected to a sixth 2-year term Tuesday, defeating his Democratic challenger Amanda Janoo.
Massachusetts voters retain legal pot, gun control measures
Massachusetts voters made decisions on nine ballot questions Tuesday.
New Paltz town, village voters reject ballot measure to consolidate municipalities
A ballot measure to consolidate the town and village of New Paltz was defeated Tuesday. Village residents opposed the measure 59% to 40%, according to unofficial results. Town residents opposed consolidation 64% to 35%.

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The Roundtable Panel: a daily open discussion of issues in the news and beyond. Today's panelists are:Robert Griffin - Dean of the College of Emergency Preparedness, Homeland Security and Cybersecurity at the University at Albany.Bill Hammond is a senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute whose work focuses primarily on health-care policy.Jay Jochnowitz - Editor at large/columnist/editorial writer, Times Union.Judy Patrick - Former Vice President for Editorial Development at the New York Press Association and former editor of 'The Daily Gazette.' She was with that paper for over 40-years before retiring in 2023.

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Frank Franklin II
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The Associated Press
The Democratic governor won her second full term, easily defeating Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman.
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Jacquelyn Martin
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AP
After Tuesday's bruising defeat for Republicans, House Speaker Mike Johnson will not stay on as minority leader come January.