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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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8:55

James Skoufis, NYS Senator (D-Cornwall), on Hochul's...

Power & Politics ·

2025/05/09

Moments after his speech on the Senate floor, James Skoufis explained his critique of Governor Hochul's handling of the State Budget process.Skoufis explained why he thinks the Governor wields too much power, calling her an "authoritarian" and "dictator" in the process. He also responded to questions on why he still voted in favor of the budget, his mask restriction legislation holding up the budget (which was more than a month late), and why the Democratic Majority doesn't use more of their

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36:41

Albany Chief City Auditor Democratic Primary Debate,...

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2025/05/08

Schenectady — Three candidates on the ballot in June's Albany Chief City Auditor Democratic Primary took the debate stage at CBS6 in Schenectady on Tuesday evening.Albany County Legislator Sam Fein, Albany Mayor Kathy Sheehan's Chief of Staff David Galin and former Albany Common Councilor John Rosenzweig discussed their vision for the future of Albany, and the role they'd play if elected to the City's auditor position. Topics included: -The City Police Department's shortage of police officers,

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26:28

Phil Steck, NYS Assemblymember (D-Colonie), on NYS...

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2025/05/02

On the heels of rallying on Wall Street for the reinstatement of the stock transfer tax, Assemblymember Phil Steck (D-Colonie), joined Power & Politics on Thursday.His bill, which he's pushed throughout his time as a State lawmaker, would tax each sale of stock worth over $20 at 5 cents. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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48:09

Albany Mayoral Democratic Primary Debate, April 30th,...

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2025/05/02

Four Democratic candidates are set to square off in the June primary, eyeing the party's nomination for Albany Mayor. Dorcey Applyrs, Dan Cerutti, Corey Ellis, Carolyn McLaughlin took the CBS6 stage for a full 45 minutes of a debate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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38:00

James Murphy, Former Saratoga County Judge and...

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2025/04/25

In a wide-ranging conversation about his career, advocacy, criminal justice reform and the current narratives regarding federal judges, former Saratoga County Judge and District Attorney James Murphy joined Power & Politics this week.Murphy now provides advice and analysis for Behan Communications, a Capital Region PR firm. "It's been a long career," Murphy says. "It's been 37 years between District Attorney and the judgeship, and so I've dealt with 1000s of cases, 1000s of victims, lots of police

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30:11

Lee Kindlon, Albany County District Attorney takes a...

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2025/04/18

Lee Kindlon, Albany County District Attorney, joined Power & Politics this week to take a deep dive into the State's Discovery laws, and their role in the ongoing budget debate at the State Capitol.Alongside Governor Kathy Hochul and the District Attorneys Association of the State of New York, Kindlon has been stumping for changes to the Discovery laws, which were reformed in 2019. Hochul has been steadfast in making changes to those laws, which she says is leading to an increase in case

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31:46

Blair Horner, Senior Policy Advisor at NYPIRG April...

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2025/04/11

As part of the wide-ranging conversation, Horner discussed the impact of late budgets on public perception, the role of policy initiatives in the budget and how Governor Hochul's budget approach is shaping New York's legislative process.They also discussed some of the initiatives Horner has advocated over the years, including the impact of Donald Trump's Executive Order on the Climate Change Superfund Act. Horner also spoke about the Bottle Bill, electric lawn equipment, and the evolution of the

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20:28

Rep. Mike Lawler (R) on Trump economic policies, New...

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2025/04/04

nce the 2025 legislative session began, New York's top lawmakers have often had a common theme when discussing budgeting, and that's calling on New York's Republican Congressional delegation to "protect New Yorkers" from federal budget cuts. Mike Lawler addresses those officials, and those issues, here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Bonus: Blake Gendebien reacts to withdrawal of Rep....

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2025/03/31

Elise Stefanik's nomination as the United States United Nations Ambassador was pulled on Thursday, but NY-21 hopeful on the Democratic side Blake Gendebien says he's committed to the long haul. While the Republican side hadn't chosen a candidate for the potential special election, Democrats chose Gendebien as their candidate in early February.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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22:49

Blake Gendebien, Democratic nominee in potential...

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2025/03/29

North Country farmer Blake Gendebien joins Power & Politics to discuss a variety of issues, including the conversation around a date for the special election in replacing Elise Stefanik, the impact of tariffs on farmers, immigration, keeping the government open, and more Note: This interview was conducted prior to the withdrawal of Stefanik's U.N. Ambassador nomination Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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10:19

Elise Stefanik's UN nomination withdrawn, instant...

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2025/03/28

Lee M. Miringoff, Director at Marist University Institute for Public Opinion discusses the withdrawal of Elise Stefanik's nomination as U.N. Ambassador for the United States Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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28:34

Rennie Glasgow, Local 3343 Vice President of the...

Power & Politics ·

2025/03/26

Rennie Glasgow discusses the impact of social security employees taking the federal government's retirement offer, responding to Elon Musk's comments, including Musk saying Social Security is the "Biggest Ponzi scheme of all time". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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39:33

A System Under Siege: Fight for Prison Reform, March...

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2025/03/19

A roundtable discussion, hosted by CBS6's Briana Supardi and Tom Eschen, with a variety of perspectives on the current state of New York's prison system. Guests: Patrick Stevens, Center for Community Alternatives, formerly incarcerated individual Melanie Bishop, Mother of a currently incarcerated individual Nate Yando, a CO who recently resigned Bernadette Singer, Wife of a CO Asm. Scott Gray of Watertown (R) Asm. Emily Gallagher of Brooklyn (D) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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20:40

NYS Senate Minority's Response to Passed One-House...

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2025/03/14

A fierce debate over the One-House Budget proposals took place at the NYS Capitol this week, as the Senate and Assembly passed their budgets, setting up negotiations with Governor Kathy Hochul ahead of the April 1st final Budget Agreement deadline. Jake Ashby provided some of the Senate Minority's perspective on the issues, including rebate checks, NY Heat Act, prison closures, affordability and the increase of corporate tax rates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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31:03

Deshanna Wiggins, CEO-Albany Black Chamber of...

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2025/03/13

Deshanna Wiggins, CEO of the Albany Black Chamber of Commerce joined Power & Politics on Thursday, discussed several topics, including the work the organization does to build minority-owned businesses and beyond in the City of Albany. Wiggins talked about the challenges facing business owners in Albany, and the work they do to overcome them, saying collaboration is key. The discussion also included: -Proposed State Funding in Albany -DEI initiatives -Albany growing up vs Albany now -Difference

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30:36

Clyde Vanel, NYS Assemblyman (D-Queens), March 7th, 2025

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2025/03/07

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34:44

Diane Mbombo-Tite, President Congolese Association of...

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2025/03/07

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69:29

Antonio Delgado, New York Lieutenant Governor,...

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2025/02/27

In a wide-ranging, hour-plus long conversation on CBS6's Power & Politics, New York Lieutenant Governor Antonio Delgado, among other topics, addressed his recent announcement that he won't be running on Governor Hochul's Gubernatorial ticket in 2026.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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17:03

Thomas Gant, Center for Community Alternatives,...

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2025/02/25

Thomas Gant from the Center for Community Alternatives says he believes it's not a coincidence that correction officers are putting on unsanctioned strikes as the indictment into the homicide of Robert Brooks is unsealed. He defends the HALT Act, while also advocating for legislation to improve conditions for incarcerated individuals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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14:00

P&P Top 3 February 21, 2025: Trump vs....

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2025/02/23

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