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Politics To Go:

City Council To Take Up Bill To Close Businesses' Doors

New York City is particularly susceptible to the effects of rising sea levels. The mayor has put together a task force to see what problems the city could face and what the city should do about them.

Politics To Go: White Collar, Blue Collar, Green Collar?

Mayor Michael Bloomberg thinks green collar jobs are the way of the future.

Politics To Go: Paterson Has A Plan, But Is It Enough?

The governor spoke directly to New Yorkers Tuesday in a rare late afternoon address.

Politics To Go: End Of N.Y. State As We Know It

The governor has warned of financial peril since he signed the budget he inherited.

Politics To Go: Troopergate Coming To A Close?

The commission on public integrity released a blistering report Thursday.

Politics To Go: Bloomberg, Gates Try To Raise Smoking Awareness

As many as 70 to 80 percent of people in some third world countries smoke daily.

Politics To Go: Bill Gates To Meet With Mayor Bloomberg

Mayor Bloomberg has a mystery press conference with fellow billionaire Bill Gates and the MTA board is meeting about its budget on Wednesday.

Politics To Go: Business Owners May Soon Have To Close Their Doors

Cold air brings customers in, and for many business owners, that is the bottom line.

Politics To Go: Midday Update

Gov. David Paterson may be mounting a coup to remove Malcolm Smith as the State Senate Minority Leader in November.

Politics To Go: Rangel Spars With Washington Post

Rep. Charles Rangel defended himself against a Washington Post article saying he asked charitable foundations for money for his own pet project.

Politics To Go: Will Parking Become Easier In NYC?

Congestion pricing parking may be coming to a parking meter near you.

Politics To Go: New Yorker Cover Provokes Controversy

The publication says the cover is nothing more than political satire.

Politics To Go: Will Gun Law Ruling Affect N.Y., N.J.?

The Supreme Court ruled Thursday that Americans have a right to own guns for self-defense in their homes. What does this mean for N.Y. and N.J.?

Politics To Go: Bloomberg Secures Rare Albany Victory

The senate has to come back in session to pass the bill; the governor has already agreed to sign it when it reaches his desk.

Politics To Go: Skelos Is Majority Leader, But For How Long?

The Republican majority of the New York State Senate is very much at risk of ending soon.

Politics To Go: Obama, Clinton Headed Towards Unity

The two Democrats will head to the small New Hampshire town together for the first time.

Politics To Go: Second Avenue Subway Construction Hurting Businesses

The businesses say they need financial help because is so down.

Politics To Go: Bloomberg's Albany Victory

More people will be authorized to punish box blockers.

Politics To Go: Obama Leading In Critical Swing States

Quinnipiac University’s poll gives Obama the lead in Ohio, Pennsylvania and Florida.

Politics To Go: Paterson V. Bloomberg?

Governor David Paterson denied the validity of comments he was accused of making against Mayor Michael Bloomberg.

Politics To Go: Fare Hike Down The Line?

MTA say it is too soon to predict, but if the city and state does not come up with more funding, they may have to charge riders more.

Politics To Go: OTB Gone?

OTB in New York City is closing on Sunday unless Albany acts.

Politics To Go: Report Recommends Wider NYPD Use Of Tasers

Tasers reduce the use of firearms and injuries, according to a recently released report.

Politics To Go: McCain Wants First Town Hall In NYC

It may be best for Hillary Clinton not to accept, if offered, the position of vice president.

Politics To Go: N.Y. Democrats Shift Toward Obama

With Hillary's campaign winding down, New York politicians are shifting support toward Obama.

Politics To Go: Clinton Campaign To End?

Hillary Clinton is expected to end her campaign where it began – in New York.

Politics To Go: Gay Couples Receive Added Benefits

Gay advocates are still working to secure same sex marriages to be granted in New York State.

Politics To Go: McClellan Drops Political Bombshell

The new book will help Obama argue the war with Iraq was a mistake to begin with.

Politics To Go: Paterson Speaks For First Time Since Eye Surgery

The governor is downplaying the complexity of his next eye surgery.

Politics To Go: Country Comforted By Kennedy's Homecoming

There’s no shortage of New York nostalgia concerning Ted Kennedy.

Politics To Go: Fossella Decides Not To Run For Re-Election

Rep. Vito Fossella, citing "personal mistakes" after a drunken driving arrest and disclosure he fathered a child in an extramarital affair, on Tuesday became the 26th Republican congressman to retire rather than face re-election this year.

Politics To Go: Obama Picks Up Important Endorsement

John Edwards' endorsement could help bridge the gap that Obama has with some working class white workers.

Politics To Go: Hillary Clinton's Big, Meaningless Win

Hillary Clinton is expected to meet with many of her top supporters Wednesday in Washington D.C. before heading out to the next primary states while Barack Obama is expected to visit many of the important general election states.

Politics To Go: McCain Desperately Tries To Get Back On Media Map

The Arizona senator spent 36 hours on a media blitz traveling throughout New York City.

Politics To Go: Things Have Changed In The Democratic Race

This is the morning Democrats have been waiting for since Jan. 4.

Politics To Go: Clinton, Obama Split Wins In Key Primaries

Clinton, Obama each claim a victory in two key primaries.

Politics To Go: Clinton, Obama Find Major Distinct Policy Difference

The subject on the campaign trail Friday was regarding the gas tax holiday.

Politics To Go: Every City Agency To Feel Economic Pinch

The budget may be balanced but the mayor warns the economy is still sinking. A special guest joins Politics To Go to weigh in.

Politics To Go: Obama Has Had It

Barack Obama effectively ended his relationship with his pastor Tuesday.

Politics To Go: Is Wright All Wrong For Obama?

Obama’s former pastor has broken his silence and defended some of his most controversial statements.

Obama Beats McCain In Indiana?

In a new poll, Obama matches up well against McCain in a historically Republican state; plus, Clinton wants another debate.

Politics To Go: The Tide Has Turned

Hillary Clinton hopes her Pennsylvania win will help her on the road ahead.