By Jill Colvin 5/03 10:51am

Family Matters

Maria Cuomo Cole and Kenneth Cole. (Photo: Patrick McMullan)

Andrew Cuomo’s Sister Endorses Campaign for Female President

Gov. Andrew Cuomo may have his eye on the White House, but it looks his sister may be gunning for the opposite team.

Mr. Cuomo’s sister, film producer Maria Cuomo-Cole, took to Twitter Friday morning to publicly support an EMILY’s List campaign to put a woman in the White House—a campaign that isn’t shy about its support for former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, widely considered Mr. Cuomo’s biggest barrier to the Democratic nomination. Read More

By Jill Colvin 4/29 12:23pm

What White House?

Gov. Andrew Cuomo (Photo by Mario Tama/Getty Images)

Cuomo Shoots Down Latest Report on His Presidential Ambitions

Gov. Andrew Cuomo shot down a report Monday that he’s been telling confidantes he knows he can’t run for president in 2016 if Hillary Clinton enters the race.

“There is no truth to the assertion that I’m talking presidential politics and strategy and what Hillary Clinton should do or shouldn’t do or what I’m doing presidentially,” Mr. Cuomo told WCNY’s Susan Arbetter this morning.

“The only discussions I’m having are about how to help the state, how to get the state running, how to make the government a better government,” he added. “And to the extend I’m focusing on politics, it’s my race next year.” Read More

By Colin Campbell 1/23 3:50pm

Looking ahead

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Lawmakers Make 2016 References While Grilling Clinton Over Benghazi

For a good portion of the day, outgoing Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has been testifying before Congress about federal government’s response to the September 11th attacks against the American diplomatic mission in Libya, but that doesn’t mean presidential politics have completely left the room.

Indeed, in front of the House Foreign Affairs Committee earlier this afternoon, Ms. Clinton faced at least two questioners dropping not-so-subtle suggestions regarding her hypothetical campaign for the White House in 2016. Notably, Democratic Rep. Ted Deutch, who represents the Miami suburbs, expressed hope he’ll be seeing Ms. Clinton politicking in his swing state in the future. Read More

By Hunter Walker 12/10/12 11:07am

2016?

Hillary Clinton and Andrew Cuomo at the Columbus Day Parade in 2006. Photo: Getty)

Governor Cuomo Won’t Say Whether He’d Back Hillary For President

Governor Andrew Cuomo appeared on Fred Dicker’s talk radio show today and he discussed the increasing speculation Hillary Clinton may run for president in 2016. Mr. Dicker specifically asked Mr. Cuomo, who is also touted as a potential candidate four years from now, about mounting reports the Democratic Party would line up behind Ms. Clinton essentially meaning the nomination is hers for the taking. Mr. Cuomo, as he generally does when asked about 2016, dismissed the discussion.

“There’s a long way away. We just elected a president….There’s no doubt that she’s incredibly popular, she’s got incredible support….She’s going to have to make her decision.” Read More

By Hunter Walker 12/05/12 11:04am

Futures

Hillary Clinton and Andrew Cuomo at the Columbus Day Parade in 2006. Photo: Getty)

New Yorkers Weigh in on Hillary and Cuomo’s Potential 2016 Bids

With both Hillary Clinton and Governor Andrew Cuomo considered potential 2016 presidential candidates, the latest poll from the Siena Research Institute contains several numbers that will be of interest to early watchers of their potential bids. Siena polled favorability ratings for both Ms. Clinton and Mr. Cuomo and asked New Yorkers whether they’d like to see either run for president four years from now.  Read More

By Colin Campbell 12/04/12 1:03pm

Texts From Hillary

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Hillary Clinton’s Under-the-Radar Letter Writing Campaign

As rumors mount that outgoing Secretary of State Hillary Clinton may run for president in 2016, the former First Lady took steps to solidify her relationships with some Democrats by sending hand-signed notes to candidates who got bested in close congressional races. For example, Nate Shinagawa, who narrowly lost his challenge to GOP Rep. Tom Reed in Western New York, received a missive from Ms. Clinton two days after his defeat. In her letter, Ms. Clinton offered some supportive words and encouragement for Mr. Shinagawa’s future political endeavors.

“You should be proud of your campaign and the dialogue you had with voters about the values we hold dear as Democrats,” Ms. Clinton wrote. “Thank you for accepting the challenge of seeking public office and for your commitment to creating a better future for the American people.”

Ms. Clinton’s letter to Mr. Shinagawa was not an isolated incident. Sources with at least two other losing Democratic congressional campaigns told Politicker their candidates received similar letters. Read More

By Hunter Walker 9/12/12 12:28pm

Foreign Affairs

President Barack Obama speaking in the Rose Garden this morning as Secretary of State Hillary Clinton looks on. (Photo: Getty)

White House, Romney Respond to Attack on U.S. Embassy in Libya

This morning, President Barack Obama delivered a statement from the White House Rose Garden on the death of U.S. Ambassador to Libya J. Christopher Stevens and three other Americans in a rocket attack last night. The attack occurred during a protest outside the U.S. embassy in response to a trailer for a movie that was posted online last month and paints an insulting picture of the life of the Islamic prophet, Muhammad. Mr. Obama vowed that, in the wake of the attacks, his administration will work to secure American diplomatic posts and identify those responsible for the four deaths.

“Today, the American people stand united in holding the families of the four Americans in our thoughts and in our prayers. The United States condemns, in the strongest terms, this outrageous and shocking attack,” said Mr. Obama. “We’re working with the government of Libya to secure our diplomats. I’ve also directed my administration to increase our security at diplomatic posts around the world. Make no mistake, we will work with the Libyan government to bring to justice the killers who attacked our people.” Read More

By Hunter Walker 7/12/12 9:08am

Party Lines

Footage of Hillary Clinton in the Romney campaign's new ad. (Photo: YouTube)

Team Romney Uses Hillary And Schumer In Outsourcing Fight

Republicans are using a pair of Democratic heavyweights to fight the Obama campaigns repeated charge that Mitt Romney shipped American jobs overseas as Governor of Massachusetts and through his work with Bain Capital. This morning, the Romney campaign released an ad entitled “No Evidence” citing criticisms of the Obama campaign’s outsourcing attacks featuring footage of Hillary Clinton during the 2008 primary campaign saying, “Shame on you Barack Obama.” The RNC also released a research paper focused on Senator Chuck Schumer criticizing stimulus projects for driving money to “foreign companies.” Read More

By Hunter Walker 5/14/12 5:54pm

Fashion

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President Barack Obama at Barnard College. (Photo: Getty)

12 Pictures of Politicians In Graduation Robes

It’s college graduation season, which means we get to enjoy the sight of politicians are donning robes to make speeches at commencement ceremonies across the country. In the past few days, President Barack Obama, his wife, Michelle, Mitt Romney and Mayor Michael Bloomberg have all suited up for commencement speeches. Read on to see our Read More

By David Freedlander 5/11/12 11:29am

Photo Finish

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Yetta Kurland Joins Texts From Hillary Meme After Obama Marriage Message

LGBT activist and City Council candidate Yetta Kurland had a little fun on Facebook with the Texts from Hillary internet meme. 

Ms. Kurland is running for the seat currently held by City Council Speaker Christine Quinn, after running a tough primary against her in 2009. Ms. Quinn is barred from seeking re-election due to term limits.

Click on the image to see the whole thing. Read More