New York NOW RSS feed for WMHT programming.http://video.wmht.orgen-ushttp://video.wmht.orgSat, 4 Feb 2012 04:36:30 -0500Sat, 4 Feb 2012 04:36:30 -0500http://video.wmht.org/video/2191387725/The GOP released its newly proposed district lines for the assembly and senate which democrats call gerrymandered. The new lines, which Sen. Mike Nozzolio explains are formed based on the state constitution, splits three groups of senate democrats who would now have to primary each other. Also in this episode, The Innovation Trail takes a look at the executive budget's $1 billion for Buffalo.http://video.wmht.org/video/2191387725/01/30/2012Senate republicans and democrats argue over the newly proposed district lines.News & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsBusiness & EconomyBusiness & EconomyGovernmentGovernmentOpinionOpinionPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/2189460849/With historic voter approval ratings and the upcoming legislative election year, Gov. Cuomo's second state budget comes in flat with no surprises and no immediate push back from the legislature. Robert Ward of the Rockefeller Institute of Government and the Reporter's Roundtable analyze the budget and discuss Gov. Cuomo's ability to achieve his goals by utilizing his popularity and legal powers.http://video.wmht.org/video/2189460849/01/23/2012Analysis and reaction to Gov. Cuomo's 2012 state budget from lawmakers and experts.News & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsBusiness & EconomyBusiness & EconomyEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/2188127112/Calling the 2012 Budget 'refreshingly straightforward,' Gov. Cuomo presents his Executive Budget and Reform Plan with a focus on several changes throughout the year. Elaborating on his goal to eliminate the $2 billion deficit he reviews items proposed in the State of the State Address including the economic development plan, the re-imagining of government, mandate relief and the education crisis.http://video.wmht.org/video/2188127112/01/18/2012Gov. Cuomo calls for reform and re-imagining of the government in his 2012 Budget Address.News & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsBusiness & EconomyBusiness & EconomyEducationEducationGovernmentGovernmentPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/2187740307/The members of the Independent Democratic Conference (IDC) discuss their many accomplishments in their first year since separating themselves from the 'dysfunction' of the senate majority and minority. By focusing on doing the right thing for the people and ignoring their critics, the IDC is proud of their 'wildly successful' first year and look forward to continuing their momentum in 2012.http://video.wmht.org/video/2187740307/01/17/2012The Independent Democratic Conference reviews their first year and their goals for 2012.News & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsGovernmentGovernmentOpinionOpinionPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/2184880179/The 2012 Reporter's Roundtable debut begins with analysis of Gov. Cuomo's second State of the State Address. The reporters discuss Gov. Cuomo's effort to 'effuse good feelings' by avoiding controversial issues like hydrofracking and redistricting and by instead focusing on building and growth. Feedback from lawmakers reflects questions as well as hope regarding Gov. Cuomo's goals for New York.http://video.wmht.org/video/2184880179/01/09/2012Reporters analyze and lawmakers react to Cuomo's 2012 State of the State Address.News & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsBusiness & EconomyBusiness & EconomyGovernmentGovernmentOpinionOpinionEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/2183606842/New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo's 2012 State of the State Address was a victory lap, a pep talk to legislators and, at times, a detailed policy proposal. Most observers agree Cuomo has restored functionality to Empire State government, and the governor urged legislators to keep up the bipartisan cooperation that yielded results in 2011 while presenting major legislative proposals for the coming year.http://video.wmht.org/video/2183606842/01/05/2012Gov. Andrew Cuomo unveils 2012 agenda and $25 billion economic plan at State of the State.News & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsEducationEducationEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/2182459036/2011 proved to be a transformative year in New York state politics with Gov. Cuomo taking control and accomplishing many goals including legalizing same sex marriage, establishing a more 'open' government, and creating an on-time budget, among other successes. Karen DeWitt, Fred Dicker and Ken Lovett join New York NOW to analyze the past year and declare their political 'winners and losers.'http://video.wmht.org/video/2182459036/01/03/2012Discussion of the radical changes that took place in New York state politics in 2011.News & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsGovernmentGovernmentMediaMediaOpinionOpinionPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/2180747129/Pulitzer Prize-winning author Robert Caro, recently honored with the 2011 Empire State Archives and History Award in Albany, sits down with Casey Seiler on 'New York NOW' to discuss his acclaimed biography series on former President Lyndon B. Johnson and his acclaimed book on New York 'master builder' Robert Moses. Caro's fourth book on Johnson, 'The Passage of Power,' will be released soon.http://video.wmht.org/video/2180747129/12/27/2011Pulitzer-winner Robert Caro discusses biographies of LBJ and master builder Robert Moses.Arts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentLiterature & WritingLiterature & WritingHistoryHistoryModernModernUnited StatesUnited StatesNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/2178094015/Saranac Lake, a village of less than 5,000 people, is a popular vacation spot but, despite a vibrant main street, it lacked a department store. 'New York NOW' meets with Saranac Lake residents who wished to avoid bringing in a large retail chain and have now opened their own community-funded store. Also, Capitol reporters discuss the recent tax deal struck between Gov. Cuomo and the legislature.http://video.wmht.org/video/2178094015/12/19/2011Saranac Lake residents eschew 'big box store' trend and build their own retail store.Culture & SocietyCulture & SocietyCommunityCommunityNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsBusiness & EconomyBusiness & EconomyGovernmentGovernmentOpinionOpinionPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/2175687838/New York Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Joe Martens answers questions from 'New York NOW' viewers and listeners about the proposal to engage in hydraulic fracturing ('hydrofracking') drilling in New York. In the in-depth interview, Martens responds to questions about hydrofracking problems in other states. We also explore the recent history of the hydrofracking controversy.http://video.wmht.org/video/2175687838/12/12/2011New York's top environmental regulator Joe Martens answers questions about hydrofracking.News & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsBusiness & EconomyBusiness & EconomyEnvironmentEnvironmentGovernmentGovernmentHealthHealthScience & TechnologyScience & TechnologyEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/2173657374/With reduction in state aid and the continued dreary economic forecast, school districts are forced to find new ways to survive, including possible consolidations or mergers. New York State Education Commissioner John King explains why he is a proponent of multi-district mergers, addresses concerns from the communities, and discusses his relationships with the decision-making parties involved.http://video.wmht.org/video/2173657374/12/05/2011New York State Education Commissioner King discusses backing of school district mergers.News & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsBusiness & EconomyBusiness & EconomyEducationEducationGovernmentGovernmentPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/2169485253/As demonstrators flock to the state Capitol, Albany County District Attorney David Soares reaffirms that he will not prosecute Occupy Albany, saying his position is based on a concern for public safety, not politics. Karen DeWitt sits down with Soares to discuss this position, which Gov. Cuomo calls 'less than ideal.' Also, we take you inside the recent hydrofracking hearings in Upstate New York.http://video.wmht.org/video/2169485253/11/21/2011Albany District Attorney David Soares will not prosecute Occupy Albany demonstrators.News & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsEnvironmentEnvironmentGovernmentGovernmentPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/2167133494/With more than eight million annual visitors, Niagara Falls is the most popular state park tourist destination in America, yet the surrounding area--on the American side of the falls--has had trouble attracting tourists. Matt Ryan examines the booming past, sputtering present and potential future of Niagara Falls. Also, Casey Seiler presents a tour of the new Hall of Governors at the Capitol.http://video.wmht.org/video/2167133494/11/14/2011Tourist dollars aren't traveling far at America's most popular state park, Niagara Falls.News & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsBusiness & EconomyBusiness & EconomyGovernmentGovernmentOpinionOpinionPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/2165237003/With Occupy Wall Street returning the 'millionaire's tax' to the forefront, Assembly Minority Leader Brian Kolb (R-Canandaigua) denounces what he labels the 'success tax,' saying it will drive people out of New York. Also, reporters check in on residents rebuilding after Tropical Storms Irene and Lee and analyze the contract agreement between the Public Employees Federation (PEF) and Gov. Cuomo.http://video.wmht.org/video/2165237003/11/07/2011Assembly Minority Leader Brian Kolb condemns proposal which he labels a 'success tax.'Arts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/2162709726/Legislators from ten New York cities ask Gov. Cuomo to restore funding to Operation SNUG ('guns' spelled backwards), which advocates say makes a positive impact by enlisting ex-convicts in preventing gun violence among high-risk youth and young adults. Also, Ben Lawsky, Department of Financial Services superintendent, discusses the merger of state banking and insurance regulatory departments.http://video.wmht.org/video/2162709726/10/31/2011Loss of funding for New York's SNUG ('guns' spelled backwards) program raises concerns.News & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsGovernmentGovernmentOpinionOpinionPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/2158813446/Courtney Burke, the commissioner of the New York Office of People With Developmental Disabilities, discusses changes in the wake of New York Times reports documenting widespread abuse at privately-run and state-run group homes and institutions. Also, members of the Public Employees Federation (PEF) consider a new contract offer from Gov. Cuomo, and the push for a 'millionaire's tax' is renewed.http://video.wmht.org/video/2158813446/10/24/2011Office of People With Developmental Disabilities commissioner responds to abuse reports.HealthHealthHealth Care & IllnessesHealth Care & IllnessesNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsGovernmentGovernmentHealthHealthOpinionOpinionPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/2155161383/'New York NOW' explores the goals and strategies of Occupy Wall Street demonstrators in Manhattan, who have sparked a growing movement in many other U.S. cities. In our featured interview, ACLU President Susan Herman says that President Obama's time in office has been a disappointment to civil liberties advocates. Also, Transportation Commissioner Joan McDonald discusses infrastructure repairs.http://video.wmht.org/video/2155161383/10/17/2011'New York NOW' explores goals, strategies of Manhattan's Occupy Wall Street demonstrators.News & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsBusiness & EconomyBusiness & EconomyGlobal AffairsGlobal AffairsGovernmentGovernmentOpinionOpinionPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/2150884857/Since 2009, the Crown Point Bridge closing has cut off a lifeline to travelers and local business in the southern Champlain Valley. While the new bridge didn't open as scheduled on October 9, 2011, Department of Transportation Commissioner Joan McDonald offers a guarantee on the bridge's timeline for completion. Also, 'New York NOW' presents a special Reporters' Roundtable from the North Country.http://video.wmht.org/video/2150884857/10/10/2011Southern Champlain Valley businesses eagerly await lifeline via new Crown Point bridge.News & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsBusiness & EconomyBusiness & EconomyGovernmentGovernmentOpinionOpinionScience & TechnologyScience & TechnologyPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/17768509/Upstate New York receives major news, both good and bad, on the employment front. First, technology companies IBM, Intel and Samsung announce they will invest $4.4 billion in the region, creating or retaining approximately 7,000 jobs. Meanwhile, the Public Employees Federation votes down the contract their leadership made with the governor, triggering layoff notices to approximately 3,500 people.http://video.wmht.org/video/17768509/10/04/2011PEF union vote yields job losses, but companies announce $4.4 billion investment in area.News & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsBusiness & EconomyBusiness & EconomyGovernmentGovernmentOpinionOpinionPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/2144361145/As New York prepares for the once-a-decade redistricting process based on census data, Gov. Cuomo has proposed that the electoral map be redrawn by an independent commission, as opposed to the legislature, which has created some highly-gerrymandered districts in the past. Assemblyman Jack McEneny (D), co-chair of the redistricting task force, joins 'New York NOW' to discuss this important process.http://video.wmht.org/video/2144361145/09/26/2011Will electoral map be redrawn by the legislature, as usual, or by an independent group?News & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsGovernmentGovernmentOpinionOpinionPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/2134881382/Republican Bob Turner wins a special election to fill the congressional seat vacated by Anthony Weiner in a usually solidly-Democratic New York district. Is the result a message to President Obama from a dissatisfied base, or were other factors more significant? Also, New York Canal Corporation Director Brian Stratton discusses the damage tropical storms Irene and Lee have done to the Erie Canal.http://video.wmht.org/video/2134881382/09/19/2011New York's typically solidly-Democratic Ninth District elects Republican Bob Turner.News & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsGovernmentGovernmentOpinionOpinionPoliticsPoliticsWeather & Natural DisastersWeather & Natural DisastersEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/2126555620/Manhattan Congressman Jerry Nadler criticizes officials' response to the 9/11 attacks in his district: 'They were saying the air was safe when we knew damn well it wasn't safe,' Nadler says. 'Frankly, people like [former EPA Administrator] Christie Todd Whitman and city officials are guilty of manslaughter, because people are dead...who might not have been if they hadn't been lying to people.'http://video.wmht.org/video/2126555620/09/12/2011Congressman Jerry Nadler criticizes officials' response to air quality safety after 9/11.HealthHealthHealth Care & IllnessesHealth Care & IllnessesNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsEnvironmentEnvironmentGovernmentGovernmentHealthHealthOpinionOpinionEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/2120403037/In Hurricane Irene's wake, Gov. Cuomo says New York suffered what could be up to $1 billion in damages to property and agriculture. With a new property tax cap limiting government coffers, how can the state deliver relief? State Director of Operations Howard Glaser discusses the response and how the federal government can help. Also, Assemblyman Peter Lopez recounts Irene's impact on his family.http://video.wmht.org/video/2120403037/09/07/2011State Director of Operations Howard Glaser discusses the response to Hurricane Irene.News & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsEnvironmentEnvironmentGovernmentGovernmentOpinionOpinionPoliticsPoliticsWeather & Natural DisastersWeather & Natural DisastersEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/2110101973/As the Saratoga horse racing season winds down, New York Racing Association President Charlie Hayward discusses the fiscal stability of his organization, which plans to develop a new Web site to take advantage of the growing trend of online betting. Also, the Innovation Trail examines differing viewpoints on Gov. Cuomo's regional economic development councils, which will compete for state funding.http://video.wmht.org/video/2110101973/08/29/2011In wake of state bailout, NYRA President Charlie Hayward says industry is gaining ground.News & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsBusiness & EconomyBusiness & EconomyGovernmentGovernmentOpinionOpinionPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/2101404094/In the early 1900s, Buffalo, New York was the eighth-largest city in the world, but as the Erie Canal became less necessary, jobs left Buffalo and today it ranks as the third-poorest large city in the U.S. But now, with technology enabling companies to house many day-to-day functions anywhere, some say the unique assets of New York's second-largest city make it an attractive new hub for business.http://video.wmht.org/video/2101404094/08/22/2011Buffalonians discuss plans to reposition their once-booming city in the global economy.Culture & SocietyCulture & SocietyCommunityCommunityTravelTravelHistoryHistoryUnited StatesUnited StatesNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsBusiness & EconomyBusiness & EconomyEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/2077627873/In an in-depth interview, New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman tells 'New York NOW' he is confident that the state's recent same-sex marriage law will survive legal challenges and that the federal Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) is unconstitutional. He also discusses the Indian Point Nuclear Power Plant and a new lawsuit focused on demanding data on the safety of potential hydrofracking.http://video.wmht.org/video/2077627873/08/01/2011New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman discusses lawsuits on gay marriage and energy.News & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsBusiness & EconomyBusiness & EconomyOpinionOpinionScience & TechnologyScience & TechnologySocial IssuesSocial IssuesPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/2069110125/New York gay couples are now getting married under the recently-passed same-sex marriage bill, which achieved a small degree of GOP support in order to pass. Now, some conservatives are vowing to extract political revenge on Republicans who supported gay marriage, such as Buffalo-area State Senator Mark Grisanti, who explains his vote and addresses claims that he's a 'sell out' in this interview.http://video.wmht.org/video/2069110125/07/25/2011One of four GOP state senators to vote for marriage equality takes heat from Republicans.Culture & SocietyCulture & SocietyGender & Sexual IdentityGender & Sexual IdentityPeople & ProfilesPeople & ProfilesNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsSocial IssuesSocial IssuesPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/2060155522/Matt Ryan interviews historian and Abraham Lincoln scholar Harold Holzer, who discusses Lincoln's legacy and surprising image-consciousness, as well as the current work of Gov. Andrew Cuomo. Meanwhile, Cuomo signs a law banning texting while driving, and Senator Chuck Schumer (D-NY) says that a far-right element of the Republican party is blocking progress on lifting the U.S. debt ceiling.http://video.wmht.org/video/2060155522/07/18/2011Historian Harold Holzer discusses the life and legacy of Abraham Lincoln with Matt Ryan.HistoryHistoryUnited StatesUnited StatesVictorianVictorianNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsGovernmentGovernmentOpinionOpinionPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/2050510963/Hydraulic fracturing, or 'hydrofracking,' is a controversial technology that uses water and chemicals to extract underground natural gas. New York Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Joe Martens discusses the findings of a recent DEC draft study suggesting this can be done without contaminating ground water, but environmental groups question the accuracy of that assessment.http://video.wmht.org/video/2050510963/07/11/2011NY DEC Commissioner Joe Martens discusses why he thinks hydraulic fracturing is safe.News & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsEnvironmentEnvironmentGovernmentGovernmentOpinionOpinionPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/2043540302/Two veterans of the New York legislature, State Senator Neil Breslin (D-Delmar) and Assemblyman Jim Tedisco (R-Schenectady), analyze the recent session, which many have viewed as a resurgence for a legislature considered the nation's most dysfunctional in recent years. 'A rising tide raises all boats,' says Breslin, 'and the rising tide was a competent, visionary governor who made us better.'http://video.wmht.org/video/2043540302/07/07/2011State Senator Neil Breslin and Assemblyman Jim Tedisco discuss recent legislative session.News & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsBusiness & EconomyBusiness & EconomyGovernmentGovernmentOpinionOpinionPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/2027606333/Many of the states that have legally recognized same-sex marriage have done so via judicial ruling. In New York, a similar result occurred, but via the legislative branch, when both the State Assembly and the Republican-controlled State Senate passed a marriage equality bill. Will this move spur action in other states or on the national level? Also, what impact will the new property tax cap have?http://video.wmht.org/video/2027606333/06/27/2011From gay marriage to a property tax cap, key 2011 legislative moves came down to the wire.Culture & SocietyCulture & SocietyPeople & ProfilesPeople & ProfilesNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsGovernmentGovernmentOpinionOpinionSocial IssuesSocial IssuesPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/2013757793/With three Democrats and two Republicans who voted 'no' on same-sex marriage in 2009 saying they now support it, passage of marriage equality in New York has never been closer. Will the bill, which passed the Assembly, make it through the State Senate? Also, the state's rent regulations are allowed to expire, then quickly extended. Plus, what happens to Anthony Weiner's former congressional seat?http://video.wmht.org/video/2013757793/06/20/2011Marriage equality bill passes New York State Assembly, but State Senate hurdle remains.Culture & SocietyCulture & SocietyNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsGovernmentGovernmentOpinionOpinionSocial IssuesSocial IssuesPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/1998816475/Dr. David Steiner steps down as New York's education commissioner, saying he has outlined a vision for the future of education in the Empire State that is driven by standards-based curriculums, improving assessments and teacher-principal accountability systems. Also, Gov. Cuomo secures an agreement on ethics reform legislation. Will it be effective in cleaning up corruption in Albany?http://video.wmht.org/video/1998816475/06/13/2011David Steiner explains why he's resigning so soon after taking state's top education post.News & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsEducationEducationGovernmentGovernmentOpinionOpinionPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/1972143971/New York rent regulations are set to expire on June 15, 2011, and if current regulations are not extended, advocates say current residents are likely to face evictions. 'The legislative session will be a complete disaster...if the rent regulation laws are not just extended, but significantly strengthened,' says Assemblyman Hakeem Jeffries (D-Brooklyn). 'For many of us, it is the only priority.'http://video.wmht.org/video/1972143971/06/06/2011Advocates say failure to extend rent regulations that expire June 15 will yield evictions.News & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsGovernmentGovernmentOpinionOpinionPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/1964546047/As Republican Congressman Paul Ryan's Medicare plan became the centerpiece of the campaign, Democratic candidate Kathy Hochul scores a surprising upset victory over GOP candidate Jane Corwin in New York's 26th District special election. Is this a sign that Democrats may retake the House in 2012? Also, a 'Mayday for Marriage' rally at the Capitol decries potential same-sex marriage legislation.http://video.wmht.org/video/1964546047/06/02/2011Democrat Kathy Hochul is elected in New York's typically-conservative 26th District.News & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsGovernmentGovernmentOpinionOpinionPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/1988685882/From a condiment maker in New York's southern tier to a distribution company in Buffalo, many employers say the cost of doing business in New York is too expensive. What can be done to create a better climate for New York small business? The Innovation Trail poses this question to many of the state's business leaders as well as State Assembly Members Harry Bronson (D) and Steve Hawley (R).http://video.wmht.org/video/1988685882/06/10/2011The Innovation Trail presents a conversation about small business in Upstate New York.News & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsBusiness & EconomyBusiness & EconomyGovernmentGovernmentOpinionOpinionTechnologyTechnologyEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/1944267471/The partial meltdown of Japan's Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant leads people to ask if a similar disaster could occur at the Indian Point nuclear plant near New York City. A recent U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission report states that one of the reactors at Indian Point has the highest risk of an earthquake causing core damage (which is how harmful radiation escapes) of any U.S. reactor.http://video.wmht.org/video/1944267471/05/23/2011Could a nuclear disaster like the one that recently struck Japan occur at Indian Point?News & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsEnvironmentEnvironmentGovernmentGovernmentOpinionOpinionScience & TechnologyScience & TechnologyPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/1927887419/SUNY Chancellor Nancy Zimpher visits 'New York NOW' to discuss the new NYSUNY2020 challenge grant, which allows the SUNY research centers at Stony Brook, Buffalo, Albany and Binghamton to compete for $140 million in state economic development funds; Zimpher also makes the case that SUNY be allowed to set its own tuition. Also, the debate over a property tax cap for New York heats up in Albany.http://video.wmht.org/video/1927887419/05/16/2011SUNY Chancellor Nancy Zimpher says college system should be able to set its own tuition.News & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsEducationEducationGovernmentGovernmentOpinionOpinionPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/1915349152/Gov. Andrew Cuomo says he will travel New York State on a 'People First' tour to build popular support for three key items on his agenda: a property tax cap, government ethics reform and a marriage equality law for gay and lesbian New York couples. Meanwhile, the Real Rent Reform Campaign demonstrates at the Capitol to ask for renewal of rent regulation laws that are set to expire on June 15.http://video.wmht.org/video/1915349152/05/12/2011Cuomo travels to build support for property tax cap, ethics reform and marriage equality.News & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsGovernmentGovernmentOpinionOpinionPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/1905805563/The Nurse Practitioner Modernization Act would allow nurses to practice without a written agreement with a licensed physician. Family nurse practitioner Jane Nugent says the bill would give nurses the security of knowing they can practice even if a doctor retires or moves, but Robert Hughes of the Medical Society of the State of New York says it would fracture the healthcare delivery system.http://video.wmht.org/video/1905805563/05/02/2011Proposed law would enable nurse practitioners to work independently of licensed physician.HealthHealthHealth Care & IllnessesHealth Care & IllnessesNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsGovernmentGovernmentHealthHealthOpinionOpinionPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/1896954719/Same-sex marriage groups coalesce under an umbrella group, New Yorkers United for Marriage, and Gov. Andrew Cuomo appears prepared to lead a push for marriage equality legislation. Advocates see the current session as their best chance to pass gay marriage. Also, a new $57.5 million Department of Energy grant could make New York's Capital Region a center for solar power research and manufacturing.http://video.wmht.org/video/1896954719/04/27/2011With support from Gov. Cuomo, the marriage equality movement appears to gain momentum.Culture & SocietyCulture & SocietyGender & Sexual IdentityGender & Sexual IdentityPeople & ProfilesPeople & ProfilesNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsGovernmentGovernmentOpinionOpinionPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/1886886864/Lt. Gov. Bob Duffy touts the state's passage of a budget that closed a $10 billion budget gap without raising taxes and says that school districts responding to a two percent cut by laying off teachers or cutting programs should look to potential management cuts instead. Duffy says the legislature and the governor will now work together on a property tax cap, rent reform and economic development.http://video.wmht.org/video/1886886864/04/18/2011Duffy discusses Gov. Cuomo's first 100 days in office and upcoming legislative priorities.News & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsGovernmentGovernmentOpinionOpinionPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/1876783888/Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver laments that New York State government did not include the 'millionaire's tax' in the recently-passed budget, saying that doing so could have saved teaching jobs. Gov. Andrew Cuomo responds that school districts should avoid cutting teachers by using rainy day funds to get them through to a budget increase next year. 'News flash,' says Cuomo. 'It's raining.'http://video.wmht.org/video/1876783888/04/12/2011While tax on millionaires didn't make budget, assembly speaker says it will return.News & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsBusiness & EconomyBusiness & EconomyEducationEducationGovernmentGovernmentOpinionOpinionPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/1867897260/New York's 2011-2012 budget caps spending on education and Medicaid and eliminates 3,700 prison beds to close this year's deficit without raising taxes and cuts next year's projected deficit from $15 billion to $2 billion. State Senate Majority Leader Dean Skelos (R) calls it a responsible budget, though protesters at the Capitol clearly disagree. 'New York NOW' offers analysis of the new budget.http://video.wmht.org/video/1867897260/04/04/2011Despite protests over cuts to education and social services, $132.5 billion budget passes.Arts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/1860359373/Congressmen Chris Gibson (R) and Paul Tonko (D) agree on the need to reduce the federal budget deficit, but diverge on how to do so. The two representatives also agree on the importance of nuclear safety regulations in New York, but veer apart on health care law. Also, Casey Seiler and Karen DeWitt analyze Gov. Andrew Cuomo's aggressive demand for an on-time budget from the state legislature.http://video.wmht.org/video/1860359373/03/28/2011U.S. representatives Chris Gibson (R) and Paul Tonko (D) discuss the budget battle in D.C.News & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsGovernmentGovernmentOpinionOpinionScience & TechnologyScience & TechnologyPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/1851469519/Pulitzer Prize-winning biographer Edmund Morris discusses his third volume on Theodore Roosevelt, the boisterous former president and New York governor. Moving from history to the present day, Gov. Andrew Cuomo, State Senate Majority Leader Dean Skelos and Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver say they are making progress on the state budget as Cuomo asks school districts to find budget efficiencies.http://video.wmht.org/video/1851469519/03/21/2011Pulitzer Prize-winning biographer Edmund Morris discusses his Theodore Roosevelt trilogy.HistoryHistoryModernModernUnited StatesUnited StatesNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsGovernmentGovernmentPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/1840966856/State Senator Carl Kruger and Assemblyman William Boyland, both Brooklyn Democrats, face federal corruption charges. Also, an Innovation Trail report focuses on a Hudson Valley business--the Taylor Biomass Energy project--preparing to deliver alternative energy via the first commercial biomass gasification plant. But the plant's $100 million federal loan falls to spending cuts in Washington, D.C.http://video.wmht.org/video/1840966856/03/14/2011State Senator Carl Kruger and Assemblyman William Boyland face corruption charges.News & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsGovernmentGovernmentOpinionOpinionPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/1832191446/When Democrats controlled the New York State Senate last year, many members of both major parties agreed to a proposal by former New York City Mayor Ed Koch's NY Uprising group to support independent redistricting in order to end gerrymandering. With Republicans back in control, Majority Leader Dean Skelos seems to back off. 'I was surprised that Dean would run out on his agreement,' Koch says.http://video.wmht.org/video/1832191446/03/07/2011With GOP back in control, Majority Leader Skelos seems to renege on redistricting plan.News & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsGovernmentGovernmentOpinionOpinionPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/1822218978/Saying New York must 'make health care a team sport,' State Medicaid Director Jason Helgerson unveils the results of his Medicaid reform panel. The proposal includes the creation of a global cap on Medicaid in New York and limitations on medical malpractice lawsuits. Also, we explore 'Complete Streets' legislation backed by the AARP; is the bill a necessity, an unfunded mandate, or both?http://video.wmht.org/video/1822218978/02/28/2011State Medicaid Director Jason Helgerson discusses Medicaid redesign team's reform package.News & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsOpinionOpinionEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/1809383186/As Lt. Gov. Bob Duffy defends Gov. Cuomo's proposed budget, which includes reductions to state aid to schools, New York City Schools Chancellor Cathie Black says the proposal is 'just unjust' and would violate a court order requiring New York to increase its investment in public schools. Also, an Innovation Trail report examines incentives to do business in New York to boost economic development.http://video.wmht.org/video/1809383186/02/22/2011New York City Schools Chancellor leads list of those fighting proposed budget cuts.News & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsBusiness & EconomyBusiness & EconomyEducationEducationGovernmentGovernmentOpinionOpinionPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/1783953534/Analysts discuss Gov. Cuomo's proposed budget for a 'functionally bankrupt' New York. Budget cuts to government, Medicaid and education have drawn support from State Senate Majority Leader Dean Skelos and a call for further study by Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver. Meanwhile, union leaders, such as CSEA President Danny Donohue, express concerns about the effects of budget cuts on public services.http://video.wmht.org/video/1783953534/02/07/2011Legislators, union representatives and journalists discuss Gov. Cuomo's proposed budget.News & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/1791782300/At a joint budget hearing, New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg says Gov. Andrew Cuomo's budget proposal includes 'tough but necessary' decisions, but would hinder New York City to the tune of $2.1 billion as currently written. Bloomberg and Buffalo Mayor Byron Brown also say that pension costs are unsustainable. Meanwhile, Rep. Chris Lee (R-NY) resigns after sending a woman a shirtless photo.http://video.wmht.org/video/1791782300/02/12/2011New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg and others plead for changes to executive budget.News & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsBusiness & EconomyBusiness & EconomyGovernmentGovernmentOpinionOpinionPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/1775883128/With federal funding 'falling off a cliff,' New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo proposes a budget to 'close this year's deficit and stop next year's deficit from happening.' Cuomo also says 'we're not going to be able to cut our way out of this' but 'we're going to have to grow our way out' through job development, asking the legislature to pass the budget despite an anticipated uproar from lobbyists.http://video.wmht.org/video/1775883128/02/04/2011Governor proposes cuts to Medicaid, education and government in 'road to recovery' budget.News & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsBusiness & EconomyBusiness & EconomyEducationEducationGovernmentGovernmentHealthHealthPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/1773955953/State Senator David Carlucci, the youngest member of the State Senate at 29, discusses why he left the Democratic conference to form an independent conference with three other state senators. Also, the Reporter Roundtable discusses a GOP rules reform proposal in the State Senate to strip the lieutenant governor of his tie-breaking vote in the chamber--a proposal Democrats call a power grab.http://video.wmht.org/video/1773955953/01/31/2011New State Senator David Carlucci discusses decision to leave the Democratic conference.News & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsGovernmentGovernmentOpinionOpinionPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/1764330081/President Obama visits Schenectady, N.Y. and speaks at a General Electric (GE) plant, announcing that GE CEO Jeffrey Immelt will chair his new advisory council on jobs and competitiveness. Meanwhile, Gov. Andrew Cuomo, who polls show has secured broad bipartisan support, proposes restructuring New York's job creation program to offer better incentives to those looking to do business in New York.http://video.wmht.org/video/1764330081/01/24/2011President Obama touts jobs in Schenectady as Gov. Cuomo plans to restructure incentives.News & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsBusiness & EconomyBusiness & EconomyGovernmentGovernmentOpinionOpinionPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/1749966044/After a two-year demotion, the GOP resumes their role as the majority in the New York State Senate. Will things be different this time? 'New York NOW' discusses the agenda with past and present Majority Leader Dean Skelos. Also, Gov. Cuomo references former Gov. Al Smith when describing his plans to 'transform' New York. We take a look back to explore what an Al Smith-like administration means.http://video.wmht.org/video/1749966044/01/18/2011With GOP back in control of State Senate, Dean Skelos pledges to work with new governor.News & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsGovernmentGovernmentOpinionOpinionPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/1734805107/New Gov. Andrew Cuomo lays out his plan to transform New York, saying 'we're going to have to reinvent government' in a State of the State Address that relied on a PowerPoint presentation and received broad bi-partisan support. Meanwhile, four state senators split from the Democratic conference to form one of their own; State Sen. Jeff Klein explains the rationale behind the group's decision.http://video.wmht.org/video/1734805107/01/11/2011New governor's plan to 'reinvent government' in New York receives bi-partisan support.News & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsGovernmentGovernmentOpinionOpinionPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/1724067361/Saying New York is in 'a time of crisis,' Gov. Andrew Cuomo outlines an agenda that includes adopting a business-friendly climate, cutting spending via government consolidation, tax caps, Medicaid 'redesign' and performance-based education funding. Cuomo also called for juvenile justice reforms and marriage equality legislation to make the state 'the progressive capital of the nation' once again.http://video.wmht.org/video/1724067361/01/07/2011Recently-inaugurated Gov. Andrew Cuomo outlines bold agenda in State of the State Address.News & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsBusiness & EconomyBusiness & EconomyEducationEducationGovernmentGovernmentSocial IssuesSocial IssuesPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/1719488602/Incoming Gov. Andrew Cuomo aims to restore confidence in state government's ability to improve the lives of the people of New York. In his inaugural speech, Cuomo outlines a plan to physically open up the Capitol building in hopes of drawing citizens back into the democratic process. 'If there's a silver bullet in the battle to recapture Albany,' he says, 'it is the re-engagement of our citizens.'http://video.wmht.org/video/1719488602/01/03/2011With 'constructive impatience,' Cuomo pledges to restore confidence in state government.News & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsGovernmentGovernmentPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.wmht.org/video/1719369648/As Andrew Cuomo takes the oath of office, many are wondering if the new governor will be similar to his father (former New York governor Mario Cuomo) or if the son will diverge from aspects of his father's legacy. To further examine that legacy and the relationship between the two Cuomos, Matt Ryan of 'New York NOW' is joined by veteran Albany reporters Fred LeBrun, Dave Hepp and John McLoughlin.http://video.wmht.org/video/1719369648/01/03/2011With Andrew Cuomo assuming governorship, reporters eye his father's gubernatorial legacy.News & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsBiography & ProfilesBiography & ProfilesGovernmentGovernmentOpinionOpinionPoliticsPoliticsEpisode