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Power & Politics

WRGB CBS6, Power And Politics, Tom Eschen

A Murrow Award winning podcast that brings you inside the issues impacting our communities. Every week, Tom Eschen sits down with local leaders and power brokers for a frank, sometimes blunt, conversation about the current political environment and how their decisions and stances shape and alter all of our lives.Whether it’s your tax bill, public safety, schools, immigration, or healthcare – politics affects every day and every aspect of your life. From the corridors of power to the heart of the

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19:51

Campaign 2026: NYS Senator Dan Stec talks reelection bid

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2026/10/26

State Senator Dan Stec sits down with CBS6’s Tom Eschen to make his pitch for reelection in the race for District 45. In the interview, Stec breaks down his policy proposals for what he says will lower energy prices for New Yorkers along with other campaign promises.00:00 Introduction and reelection priorities 00:29 Energy affordability and the CLCPA 04:37 Natural gas and the energy transition 06:08 Nuclear power and local control 07:13 Data centers and the proposed moratorium 09:57 Local law

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16:44

Campaign 2026: NYS Senate District 45 Democratic...

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2026/10/26

Melissa Seale, the Democratic nominee for NYS Senate District 45 joins CBS6’s Tom Eschen to discuss the plans for one of the largest legislative districts in the state. She brings years of experience as a psychiatric nurse practitioner to the race, as healthcare costs remain a top concern for voters. 00:00 Introduction 00:25 Melissa Seale’s background and why she’s running 01:24 Healthcare spending, Medicaid oversight, and North Country funding 02:02 A “people over party” approach 02:45 The New

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61:17

October 23rd, 2026: Commuter Tax drama, Vivek's...

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2026/10/23

This week's Holloway's Headlines from producer Olivia Holloway include: City of Albany Common Council's passage of a Commuter Tax, Vivek Ramaswamy's attack ad against Amy Acton, Governor Hochul's recent childcare initiatives and opponent Bruce Blakeman's reaction Tom Eschen sits down with Albany Police Chief Brendan Cox and Anti-Violence Coordinator Shaquana Kakumba discussing juvenile crime statistics, resources and outreach programs. Power & Pop Culture discusses the Victoria Secret

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53:22

NY 20th Congressional District Debate: Incumbent Paul...

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2026/10/22

CBS6 hosts a special presentation of New York's 20th Congressional District Debate between Democratic incumbent Paul Tonko and Republican nominee Ralph Ambrosio. Moderated by Tom Eschen. 00:09 — Opening and Candidate Introductions 01:16 — Opening Statements 04:18 — Pandemic Relief, Municipal Budgets, and Oversight 09:18 — Healthcare and Energy Affordability 13:29 — Tariffs, Trade, and Inflation 18:54 — When Should the War in Iran End? 23:04 — Debate Resumes: Public Safety

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18:15

Campaign 2026: NYS Assembly District 107 Democratic...

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2026/10/19

Chloe Pierce speaks with Tom Eschen about her campaign for New York State's Assembly District 107 00:00 Introduction and Candidacy 02:01 Priorities and Affordability 04:18 Taxes, Utilities, and Data Centers 08:12 Public Safety and Policing 11:23 Immigration and Professional Ethics 14:17 Cornell Allegations and Assembly Bill 101A Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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20:32

Campaign 2026: NYS Assembly District 107 incumbent...

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2026/10/19

Scott Bendett, the Republican incumbent in Assembly District 107, discusses his record and bid for reelection with CBS6's Tom Eschen 00:00 — Scott Bendett’s background and district accomplishments 03:16 — Data center moratorium and energy costs 06:18 — Municipal funding and state spending 10:14 — Wealth, representation, and New York’s tax base 11:22 — 287(g) and immigration enforcement 14:33 — Flock cameras, privacy, and Cornell allegations Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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52:58

Campaign 2026: Senate District 46 Debate: Martha...

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2026/10/16

CBS6's broadcast of the Senate District 46 Debate between GOP nominee and challenger Martha McHugh and Democratic incumbent Pat Fahy. Topics included: -Juvenile Crime -Utility Costs -Data Centers -Flock Safety Cameras -Fiscally Stressed Municipalities -287 Agreements and Immigration -Clean Water Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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93:03

Gubernatorial debate, Gaming commission rules,...

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2026/10/16

-GOP strategist and former Schenectady County Legislature Chair Peter Guidarelli breaks down the line Gubernatorial debate between Governor Kathy Hochul and Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman -Bluejacket Strategies' Morgan Hook provides his perspective on the New York State Gubernatorial debate between Governor Kathy Hochul and County Executive Bruce Blakeman -Albany Airport CEO Stephen Clark sat down on CBS6's Power & Politics this week, discussing his background, his approach to the role,

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21:06

Campaign 2026: Devin Lander (D) discusses challenge...

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2026/10/13

Devin Lander, New York State Historian, speaks with Tom Eschen about his run for New York State Senate District 43. Lander discusses his platforms on health care, environmental issues, utility costs and Flock cameras. 00:00 — Devin Lander and His Senate Campaign02:09 — Cost of Living and Healthcare05:40 — Climate, Energy, and Utility Costs11:28 — Data Centers, AI, and Public Safety15:23 — Lander’s Background and Qualifications Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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15:38

Campaign 2026: Senator Jake Ashby (R) discusses run...

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2026/10/13

NYS Senator Jake Ashby, a Republican, discusses his run for reelection in New York's 43rd Senate District. He touches on his campaign, utility costs, "Local Cops, Local Crimes" law, Veterans services and more 00:00 Introduction and New York’s energy affordability 03:49 Data centers, grid capacity, and local control 05:34 287(g) agreements and public safety 08:08 Veterans’ services and clinic access 10:41 Cornell investigation, state spending, and affordability Learn more about

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74:42

Budget breakdowns, Cornell latest, Campaign 2026 with...

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2026/10/09

Incumbent Tom DiNapoli (D) is facing GOP Nominee Joseph Hernandez in one of New York's Statewide Elections this year, both joining Power & Politics to discuss their campaigns.Lee Miringoff spoke with Tom Eschen about the latest Marist Poll. Power & Politics Producer Olivia Holloway provided this week's Holloway Headlines: -Budget Deficits -Cornell latest -Campaign Developments 0:00 Introduction 1:32 Holloway's Headlines: Albany’s ARPA funding and budget shortfall 7:06 Holloway's

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26:50

Campaign 2026: NY-21st Congressional District...

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2026/10/08

In front of a studio audience inside the CBS6 Television Station, Anthony Constantino, GOP nominee in New York's 21st Congressional District, discusses his campaign, and issues impacting residents. Constantino had agreed to six different dates for debates with Democratic nominee Blake Gendebien, but Gendebien declined the invitation, saying his schedule was full. The forum was moderated by Power & Politics host Tom Eschen. 00:00 Debate introduction and Anthony Constantino’s background02:43

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57:22

October 2nd, 2026: Tax Hike proposals, Cornell latest...

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2026/10/02

On this week's episode of Power & Politics, Host Tom Eschen sits down with Bronx Assemblymember Jeffrey Dinowitz, talking about his legislation which he says would close a loophole in the State's sexual assault laws. Producer Olivia Holloway speaks with Asm. Amy Paulin, going over that legislation which she's co-sponsored, but also her career of legislation aimed at supporting victims of sexual assault, as a survivor herself. Following tech leaders at the White House, Tom speaks with Kaitlin

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17:38

Campaign 2026: NYS 102nd Assembly District Candidate...

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2026/09/30

Janet Tweed, the Democratic nominee for New York's 102nd Assembly District, speaks with Tom Eschen on Power & Politics. Tweed discusses her background in the district, her goal to pass the New York Health Act, data centers, 287g and more. Tweed is going up against Republican nominee Marc Molinaro, as both are looking to replace incumbent Chris Tague (R), who is running for State Senate. 00:00 Introduction and the 102nd Assembly District 02:37 Farming, healthcare background 06:14 Data center

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17:48

Campaign 2026: NYS 102nd Assembly District Republican...

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2026/09/30

Former Congressional Rep. Marc Molinaro speaks with Tom Eschen about running for New York's 102nd Assembly District, looking to make a return to the State legislature for the first time in more than 15 years. Molinaro discusses why he's looking to return to the Assembly, cost of living, rural hospital support, 287g agreements and more Marc Molinaro is going up against Democratic nominee Janet Tweed, as both are looking to replace incumbent Chris Tague (R), who is running for State Senate. 00:00

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67:28

September 25th, 2026, New NY Prediction Market...

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2026/09/25

This week, Tom Eschen sits down with Anthony Aguirre, President & CEO of the Future of Life Institute and Tush Nikkolaj President and CEO at Logical Net Corporation, talking AI regulation and innovation Producer Olivia Holloway's Headlines: New NY Prediction Market lawsuit, new Siena Poll, White House Media Ban/unBan, Waymo movement, AI Regulation 00:00 Intro & Show Preview 01:19 NY Sues Polymarket 03:39 Siena Poll: Hochul vs. Blakeman & Data Centers 08:40 White House Press Access Fight

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16:28

Campaign 2026: Martha McHugh discusses her campaign...

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2026/09/25

Republican Martha McHugh is running for New York's 46th Senate District, discussing her campaign with CBS6's Tom Eschen. She talks about job creation, solar complexes and local control, data centers and public safety. 00:14 Why she's running 00:58 District's diversity in population, density 03:40 Solar and home rule 05:20 Data centers 07:54 Utilities/Public Service Commission 10:44 Raise the Age 12:22 Minority-party strategy McHugh is opposing incumbent NYS Senator Pat Fahy (D) Learn more about

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Campaign 2026: NYS Senator Pat Fahy discusses...

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2026/09/25

NYS Senator Pat Fahy (D-Albany), is running for reelection in New York's 46th Senate District. The interview spans from public safety to utility prices, economic investment and the City of Albany's Budget. Fahy is facing Republican nominee Martha McHugh. 0:00 Introduction: Senator Pat Fay, SD-46 0:19 Albany Violence & Downtown Revitalization 3:06 Juvenile Crime, Absenteeism & Raise the Age 7:37 Solar Panels, Farmland & ORES 10:16 Utility Affordability & Data Centers 14:24 Albany's Finances &

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73:22

287g lawsuit update, data center regulation,...

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2026/09/20

Episode recorded 9/18/2026Host Tom Eschen speaks with PSC Chair Rory Christian and Historian Andrew Morris. Tom and Power & Politics producer Olivia Holloway go through this week's Holloway Headlines: 287g lawsuit update, data center regulation at federal and state level, and more. Tom and Olivia discuss controversial advertisements (Novig, Good Good) in this week's Power & Pop Culture segment. New York is launching the Energy Affordability Index, a tool Public Service Commission Chair

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PSC Chair Rory Christian and Andrew Morris, Chair of...

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2026/09/18

New York is launching the Energy Affordability Index, a tool Public Service Commission Chair Rory Christian says will help the commission guide decisions about rate increase proposals from companies. Christian talks about how those decisions will impact New Yorkers energy bills, and how those companies are using artificial intelligence. Andrew Morris, the Chair of the Union College Department of History, looks back 100 years at the City of Schenectady's Election of the first Socialist mayor in

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