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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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45:29

Albany County District Attorney Debate

Power & Politics ·

2024/09/26

Democrat Lee Kindlon and Republican Ralph Ambrosio went head to head for a debate at the CBS 6 studios Tuesday.Moderated by Tom Eschen, the debate focused on bail reform, gangs, gun buyback programs, & more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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26:48

Rep. Tom Suozzi, Democrat Long Island Congressman

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2024/09/20

Tom Suozzi, a Democrat representing New York's 3rd Congressional District, joined Power and Politics for a wide-ranging conversation on a variety of topics.They discuss: -The SAVE Act -Border Policy, and if President Biden waited too long to issue Executive Action -Nassau County's recent mask ban and transgender athlete legislation -Economic policies, and the impact of Government spending on inflation -The War in Ukraine, and recent comments made by RFK Jr. regarding the U.S.' role Learn more about

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43:23

Marcella Goheen, Essential Care Visitor Founder

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2024/09/13

Four years after organizing a rally at the NYS Capital, Marcella Goheen joined Power & Politics on Thursday, discussing the state of nursing home care.Goheen cares for her husband, who is in a nursing home, and was unable to provide that care during the pandemic. Her advocacy launched Essential Care Visitor, an organization which highlights the current conditions in nursing homes in New York State. Her op-ed in the New York Times in 2021 prompted legislation which allowed caregivers back into

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15:29

Pete Buttigieg, U.S Transportation Secretary

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2024/09/11

U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg provides an update on the Castelton-On-Hudson Bridge repairs, as the eastbound deck project, with $21 million in federal funding, is set to begin soon. Buttigieg also discusses the recent CBS6 report about repairs needed for the Mario Cuomo Bridge. While speaking about the federal infrastructure law, he addressed the funding included for the electric grid. He also provided updates on the Airline Transparency Law and the Railway Safety Act.Learn more

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28:22

John King, SUNY Chancellor

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2024/09/06

SUNY Chancellor John King took over the role in January 2023, and says the SUNY System is turning the tide with its enrollment, seeing increases in 2023. With that in mind, he also discusses the potential $1 billion budget deficit for SUNY within the next decade, and what's needed within enrollment and State aid to help offset those shortfalls. He also speaks about civic engagement, and their approach to protests and potential encampments moving forward. Multiple institutions have seen significant

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37:13

Paul Tonko In-Studio September 4th, 2024

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2024/09/05

Following a conversation at the U.S. Capitol in June, New York Democratic Congressman (NY-20), joined Power and Politics to recap the August District Work Period, while also looking forward to the House's return to session on September 9th. The discussion ranged from constituent concerns, Kamala Harris' policy proposal, border policy, campus protests, Farm Bill expiration, potential Government shutdown, sports betting, and he also addressed the recent news of a Kathy Hochul aide being accused of

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22:14

Dr. Alice Green, August 30, 2024

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2024/08/30

Capital Region civil rights Activist Dr. Alice Green passed away on August 20, 2024, leaving behind a lasting legacy of fighting for civil rights in the Capital Region and beyond. In this podcast, we look back at recent conversations with Green on a variety of topics.-Reparations in New York -Bail Reform -Prison Reform -Relationship between Police and Community Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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17:32

Albany Mayor Kathy Sheehan from the DNC in Chicago

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2024/08/23

Albany Mayor Kathy Sheehan joined CBS6' Power and Politics for a virtual interview from Chicago in the midst of the Democratic National Convention. She spoke about:-The message that's resonated with her the most -What she expects from Kamala Harris, and her background as a prosecutor -Republican accusations of Biden's stepping down as a "coup" -Border Policy -Lil' John Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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35:36

Independent Presidential Candidate Robert F. Kennedy,...

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2024/08/23

As he continues his independent Presidential campaign, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. sat down with CBS6 on Power and Politics for a wide-ranging, 30-minute interview. Their conversation begins with RFK Jr.'s thoughts on the recent federal trial in Albany regarding a lawsuit by Democrats to get RFK Jr. off the ballot in New York State. From there RFK addressed leaving the Democratic Party, and his family's reaction to that, as some have since endorsed the Biden-Harris campaign. He says he stands for a

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25:37

NYS Congressman Brandon Williams

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2024/08/23

Upstate Republican Congressman Brandon Williams, who represents New York's 22nd District, joined CBS6 on Power and Politics at the U.S. Capitol. Williams, based in Central New York, is a former nuclear submarine officer, and founded a software company. Williams spoke about: -Bringing his experience in tech industry to federal government -That New York is "the worst place in American for solar [power]" -Facilitating Micron's entry to Upstate New York -The Interstate 81 Viaduct Project -Supporting

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20:25

NYS Congressman Marc Molinaro from the U.S. Capitol

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2024/08/23

Republican Congressman Marc Molinaro, who represents New York's 19th Congressional District, joined CBS6 for Power and Politics on location at the U.S. Capitol. As the interview commenced, Molinaro drafted new legislation regarding a convicted illegal immigrant database. The conversation included discussions on: -Molinaro being named the 2nd most bipartisan member of Congress -His reflections on his time in office as a Freshman Congressman -Donald Trump's criminal cases -Israel/Hamas War "Israel has

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22:39

Columbia County Sanctuary Movement

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2024/08/23

Members of Columbia County Sanctuary Movement is preparing for its 1st Annual Caribbean Festival, their goal is to bring together Albany's diverse culture, people, businesses and also its new residents seeking asylum. They also discuss some of the current challenges and successes of immigrants in the Capital Region Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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17:33

U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand from the U.S. Capitol

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2024/08/23

At the U.S. Capitol, CBS6 spoke at length with U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, who reflected on her last 15 years in office, along with some of her areas of focus right now. Gillibrand addressed the concerns regarding Joe Biden's vitality and Donald Trump's felony conviction in this Presidential race, also discussing the Farm Bill and the fight to restore maximum SNAP benefits. Gillibrand also spoke about immigration, and the impact of Joe Biden's executive action bringing border crossings to a

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9:52

NYS Congressman Paul Tonko from the U.S. Capitol

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2024/08/23

New York Democratic Congressman Paul Tonko spoke with CBS6 as a part of Power and Politics on location at the U.S. Capitol, discussing many issues currently impacting New Yorkers and beyond. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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38:55

NYS Republican 109th Assembly District Primary Winner...

Power & Politics ·

2024/08/23

In a wide-ranging conversation, Purdy, a former journalist who ran for Mayor of Albany in 2021, and the 109th seat in 2022, discussed many local and State issues impacting Capital Region residents. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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35:42

NYS Democratic 109th Assembly District Primary Winner...

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2024/08/23

The Democratic representative for the 109th NYS Assembly District, Gabriella Romero, joined CBS6 Power and Politics on Thursday. Romero was fresh off of her Tuesday primary victory. She spoke about: -Her primary victory, and connecting with the 109th District moving forward -The City of Albany's recent case of an undocumented immigrant accused of raping a teenager -The Albany Common Council's ceasefire resolution, which she co-sponsored Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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33:09

Albany County District Attorney David Soares

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2024/08/23

Over the course of the nearly 30 minute conversation, Soares discussed the County Comptroller's investigation of a $24,000 bonus he gave himself, the status of public safety in Albany County, his perspective on bail reform and what he says his office was doing prior to the laws being enacted in 2019. He also gave his thoughts on the Democratic party, and his status within the party, and what he believes is riding on this election. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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26:34

Albany County District Attorney Candidate Lee Kindlon

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2024/08/23

A week away from the Democratic primary, prominent Capital Region Defense Attorney Lee Kindlon joined CBS6' Power and Politics on Tuesday, discussing the race, his positions, and what incumbent David Soares has said during the campaign. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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24:47

NYS Assemblywoman Pat Fahy

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2024/08/23

NYS Assemblymember Pat Fahy discusses her endorsements for upcoming Democratic primaries, recent Supreme Court decisions addressing guns, specifically bump stocks, the future of the St. Rose campus, housing-including her short term rental legislation, the Central Warehouse and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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14:45

Bonus: Legendary Track Announcer Tom Durkin Live from...

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2024/08/23

Legendary horse racing announcer Tom Durkin joined Tom Eschen on CBS6's Power and Politics on Thursday, live from Saratoga Race Course. Durkin, who retired in 2014, said, prior to the construction at Belmont Park, situating the Belmont Stakes at Saratoga Race Course was an "impossibility". In the extended conversation Durkin also spoke about: -The biggest differences between Belmont Park and Saratoga Race Course -Long-term impact of Saratoga hosting the Belmont Stakes -Why Saratoga is the "Graveyard

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