President-elect Donald Trump’s victory highlighted the need for New York lawmakers to confront the issues that resonated with voters during the election, despite losing the state.
Gov. Kathy Hochul emphasizes addressing voter concerns to build a strong re-election message, while legislative leaders acknowledge that their previous focus on Trump overshadowed other pressing issues.
Carl E. Heastie noted that while they worked to reduce costs in housing and child care, the Democrats fell short in communicating those achievements to voters.
Heastie suggested that, given the financial struggles of many New Yorkers, the focus on political issues like reproductive rights must be coupled with practical economic solutions.
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