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The Tropical Conclave Where Politicians and Lobbyists Go to Make Deals
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — It was 11 p.m. on the Friday after Election Day, and two likely candidates to be New York City’s next mayor — Corey Johnson, the council speaker, and Ruben Diaz Jr., the Bronx borough president — were deep in conversation under purple-lit palms outside a beachfront hotel.
Inside the Last, Desperate Days of de Blasio's 2020 Campaign
NEW YORK — As the end of his presidential bid beckoned last month, Mayor Bill de Blasio furiously worked the phones, trying to forestall the inevitable.
At a Secretive New York Dinner, $25,000 Buys Access to Cuomo
NEW YORK — The rooftop fundraiser was meant to be a secretive affair, but word spread quickly among those with pending issues before the state. Lobbyists told their clients that the event would be a good thing to go to.
How Much Is a View Worth in Manhattan? Try $11 Million
NEW YORK — In New York City’s forest of tall buildings, having a view is an inestimable commodity, to be treasured and, when necessary, fought over.Why Will a Fancy Fundraiser for New York's Mayor Be Held in Boston?
NEW YORK — The invitation was sent to a select group of well-heeled potential donors, who were asked to attend a Friday morning fundraiser at a construction firm in Boston. Donations of up to $5,000 were expected. The guest of honor would be the mayor — of New York City.Cuomo Is Said to Still Woo Amazon, Promising Personal Support
NEW YORK — Gov. Andrew Cuomo, who was staggered by Amazon’s decision to pull out of its plans to come to New York City, is working intensely behind the scenes to lure the company back, even connecting with Jeff Bezos, Amazon’s founder, to make a personal pitch.Cuomo Speaks With Bezos, Furiously Trying to Win Back Amazon
NEW YORK — Gov. Andrew Cuomo, who was staggered by Amazon’s decision to pull out of its plans to come to New York City, is furiously working behind the scenes to lure the company back, even connecting with Jeff Bezos, Amazon’s founder, to make a personal pitch.Sex in New York City Parks? It's Less of a Thing Than It Used to Be
NEW YORK — In a wild, overrun corner of Fort Tryon Park, a secluded area had become a popular destination for those seeking clandestine, casual sex.
Amazon Pulls Out of Planned New York City Headquarters
Amazon on Thursday canceled its plans to build an expansive corporate campus in New York City after facing an unexpectedly fierce backlash from lawmakers, progressive activists and union leaders, who contended that a tech giant did not deserve nearly $3 billion in government incentives.
Amazon Pulls Out of Planned New York City Headquarters
Amazon on Thursday canceled its plans to build an expansive corporate campus in New York City after facing an unexpectedly fierce backlash from some lawmakers and union leaders, who contended that a tech giant did not deserve nearly $3 billion in government incentives.
Amazon Pulls Out of Planned New York City Headquarters
Amazon on Thursday canceled its plans to build an expansive corporate campus in New York City after facing an unexpectedly fierce backlash from some lawmakers and union leaders, who contended that a tech giant did not deserve nearly $3 billion in government incentives.
Amazon Pulls Out of Planned New York City Headquarters
Amazon on Thursday canceled its plans to build an expansive corporate campus in New York City after facing an unexpectedly fierce backlash from some lawmakers and unions, who contended that a tech giant did not deserve nearly $3 billion in government incentives.
Amazon Pulls Out of Planned New York City Headquarters
Amazon on Thursday canceled its plans to build an expansive corporate campus in New York City after facing an unexpectedly fierce backlash from some lawmakers and unions, who contended that a tech giant did not deserve nearly $3 billion in government incentives.Amazon Pulls Out of Planned New York City Headquarters
Amazon said on Thursday that it was canceling plans to build a corporate campus in New York City. The company had planned to build a sprawling complex in Long Island City, Queens, in exchange for nearly $3 billion in state and city incentives.
Amazon Pulls Out of Planned New York City Headquarters
Amazon said on Thursday that it was canceling plans to build a corporate campus in New York City. The company had planned to build a sprawling complex in Long Island City, Queens, in exchange for nearly $3 billion in state and city incentives.
Amazon Pulls Out of Planned New York City Headquarters
Amazon said on Thursday that it was canceling plans to build a corporate campus in New York City. The company had planned to build a sprawling complex in Long Island City, Queens, in exchange for nearly $3 billion in state and city incentives.Amazon Pulls Out of Planned New York City Campus
Amazon said on Thursday that it was canceling plans to build a corporate campus in New York City. The company had planned to build a sprawling complex in Long Island City, Queens, in exchange for nearly $3 billion in state and city incentives.
Why Amazon's Grand Plans in Queens Have Met With Unforeseen Fury
NEW YORK — A state senator joined anti-Amazon activists on the streets of Queens. A city councilman railed against the company as a union-busting corporate behemoth. Even the governor, a supporter of Amazon’s move into New York, faulted the company for not selling the public on the deal.
Cuomo and New York Senate Clash Over Amazon Deal
NEW YORK — Gov. Andrew Cuomo and newly emboldened Democrats in the state Senate appeared headed for open warfare Monday over a plan to bring Amazon to New York City after the Senate leader named a critic of the $3 billion deal to a state board that could scuttle it.
Senate Appoints Critic of Amazon Deal to Key Board (With Veto Power)
NEW YORK — When Gov. Andrew Cuomo and Mayor Bill de Blasio crafted a deal to bring a major new Amazon campus to New York City late last year, they tried to make it hard to block. Opposition among local elected officials and activists, while vocal, seemed futile.
