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Media / August 22, 2021

A longtime champion of women's equality, Kathy Hochul makes history

Kathy Hochul has been at the forefront of the fight for women’s equality in New York State. Now she will make history as New York’s first woman governor. Sonia Ossorio has known Kathy Hochul for a very long time and she joined In Focus to talk about why she believes Hochul is the right person for the job of continuing and expanding on the protection of women’s equality in New York and across the country.

Press Releases / August 10, 2021

New York Women Ready for New Leadership

On the heels of an exhaustive investigation that found Governor Andrew Cuomo sexually harassed multiple women under state employment and broke the very workplace legal protections he signed into law, the three-time elected Governor resigned today. Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul assumes the Governorship in two weeks.

Press Releases / August 6, 2021

Women's Rights Leaders Serving on the NYS Council on Women & Girls Demand Accountability

As leaders of advocacy organizations whose work centers advancing equity for women and girls and who serve on the New York State Council on Women and Girls, we collectively condemn the behavior of Governor Andrew Cuomo and the pattern of sexual harassment outlined in the Attorney General’s investigation. See the full joint statement.

Media / August 3, 2021

Governor's Actions Indefensible Says NOW-NY President

The president of NOW-NY says Governor Cuomo's response to Attorney General James's report, which concluded Cuomo sexually harassed multiple women, was an insult.

Media / June 8, 2021

Opinion: NY’s high court needs Madeline Singas, ‘champion for the most vulnerable’

This week, the New York state Senate will consider the nomination of Madeline Singas to the Court of Appeals. Her confirmation deserves enthusiastic support from every senator who wants a more equitable and inclusive justice system. As Nassau County District Attorney, Singas has been a consistent champion for the most vulnerable and marginalized members of our community. She embodies New York’s progressive values at their best.