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Hell Gate *subscribe today!* @hellgatenyc.com · 1h
City Hall has turned over a tranche of Mayor Zohran Mamdani's emails and text messages as part of a lawsuit from landlords suing to stop a historic rent freeze, right before the freeze is set to go into effect Thursday. hellgatenyc.com/rent-freeze-...
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The Rent Freeze Starts Thursday. Landlords Think a Search of Mamdani's Texts Could Overturn It
The landlords allege the rent freeze was predetermined by the mayor and his allies, and are asking the judge to nullify it.
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Hell Gate *subscribe today!* @hellgatenyc.com · 5h
As she leaves her post, here are the top five moments from Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn's unforgettable tenure leading the Brooklyn Dems. hellgatenyc.com/rodneyse-bic...
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Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn Will Always Be the BK Dems Chair—In Our Hearts
As she leaves her post, here are the top five moments from her unforgettable tenure leading the Brooklyn Dems.
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Hell Gate *subscribe today!* @hellgatenyc.com · 5h
"Modular toilets" have a deservedly bad rap. Their design conjures long lines at music festivals or East German chic. But the 17 new modular toilets that the Mamdani administration is scattering across the city are a cut above the usual temporary toilet. hellgatenyc.com/we-test-peed...
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Hell Gate *subscribe today!* @hellgatenyc.com · 5h
The reformists really might have it now… Unless?
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Judges Rule Brooklyn Dems 'Power Grab' Was Illegal—Again
The reformists really might have it now… Unless?
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Hell Gate *subscribe today!* @hellgatenyc.com · 6h
In NY Mag's Men's Style issue, New York City luminaries sweat and glisten in the East Village's Russian and Turkish Baths. But one thing is missing: any mention of the bathhouse's ferociously horny social media presence.
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The Russian and Turkish Baths Has the Horniest Instagram Account Ever
An ode to the sleaziest banya social media in New York City.
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Hell Gate *subscribe today!* @hellgatenyc.com · 8h
Former Deputy Mayor Randy Mastro, Mayor Mamdani's rascalliest legal adversary, is at it again. hellgatenyc.com/randy-mastro...
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Randy Mastro Is Now Mamdani's Pied-à-Terrorist
More lawsuits from the mayor's wiliest legal opponent, and, more news for your Wednesday.
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Hell Gate *subscribe today!* @hellgatenyc.com · 21h
Morning Spew for Night Owls—Televised debates are becoming more and more rare in our fucked-up political moment, but sadly the one between Rep. Mike Lawler and opponent Cait Conley on Monday night didn't exactly redeem the medium. hellgatenyc.com/mike-lawler-...
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A Disappointing Debate in NY's Swingiest District
Depressing times in NY-17, plus more news for your Tuesday morning.
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Hell Gate *subscribe today!* @hellgatenyc.com · 29/09/2026
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Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn Will Always Be the BK Dems Chair—In Our Hearts
As she leaves her post, here are the top five moments from her unforgettable tenure leading the Brooklyn Dems.
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Hell Gate *subscribe today!* @hellgatenyc.com · 29/09/2026
"Some joked I was the Mother of Dragons, holding fire in one hand and strategy in the other," Rodneyse Bichotte-Hermelyn wrote in the Daily News. As a political journalist, I have never heard anyone joke about that, but I fully endorse the comparison now that it is in print.
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Hell Gate *subscribe today!* @hellgatenyc.com · 29/09/2026
The day after Brooklyn Democratic Party Chair Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn announced she won't be seeking reelection, a state appeals court has dealt her legacy another blow: hellgatenyc.com/judges-rule-...
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Hell Gate *subscribe today!* @hellgatenyc.com · 29/09/2026
Chantz Rivera, who is walking from the Bronx to San Francisco, expects to see the Golden Gate Bridge by the end of October.
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He's Walking from the Bronx to San Francisco, and He's Almost There
Chantz Rivera expects to see the Golden Gate Bridge by the end of October.
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Hell Gate *subscribe today!* @hellgatenyc.com · 29/09/2026
In NY Mag's Men's Style issue, New York City luminaries sweat and glisten in the East Village's Russian and Turkish Baths. But one thing is missing: any mention of the bathhouse's ferociously horny social media presence. hellgatenyc.com/russian-and-...
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Hell Gate *subscribe today!* @hellgatenyc.com · 29/09/2026
It is now time to reveal OUR SECOND CELEBRITY JUDGE for this year's "In Battle, Bands"—our righteous and brilliant editor, Julianne Escobedo Shepherd! There are still a FEW tickets available but NOT VERY MANY. Act now if you wanna rock! www.ticketweb.com/event/hell-g...
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Hell Gate *subscribe today!* @hellgatenyc.com · 29/09/2026
For NYC Councilmember Alexa Avilés—whose family comes from Puerto Rico's Vega Baja—the suffering of her people is also a New York story. She says much of the exploitation of the island can be traced directly back to the Big Apple.
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How Do You Protect Puerto Rico From NYC's Vulture Capitalists?
City Councilmember Alexa Avilés is urging the state government to rein in New York's "vulture funds" and opportunistic developers, while calling on Congress to dismantle the island's financial oversight board.
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Hell Gate *subscribe today!* @hellgatenyc.com · 29/09/2026
To read more about the meeting, check out this piece from last week: hellgatenyc.com/trump-mamdan...
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Trump Visits Mamdani's 'Special House' to Feel Something
A Gracie Mansion visit to remember.
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Hell Gate *subscribe today!* @hellgatenyc.com · 29/09/2026
Our own Jessy Edwards made an appearance on @spectrumnewsny1.bsky.social' s Inside City Hall this week, talking all things Trump and Mamdani at Gracie Mansion.
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Hell Gate *subscribe today!* @hellgatenyc.com · 29/09/2026
Televised debates are becoming more and more rare in our fucked-up political moment, but sadly the one between Rep. Mike Lawler and opponent Cait Conley on Monday night didn't exactly redeem the medium. hellgatenyc.com/mike-lawler-...
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Hell Gate *subscribe today!* @hellgatenyc.com · 29/09/2026
Morning Spew for Night Owls—Brunson did probably the best that SNL could have hoped for, given that his general expression on the court and in interviews ranges from "Easter Island statue" to "shark biting down on seal."
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We Still Love You Jalen Brunson, Even Though You Are Not Very Funny
And other links to start your sodden Monday.
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Hell Gate *subscribe today!* @hellgatenyc.com · 28/09/2026
At first, when a 29-year-old Chantz Rivera posted about his walk across the United States, comments clowned him, calling him a "mad man." Four months later, he's tantalizingly close to San Francisco, and everyone's rooting for him.
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He's Walking from the Bronx to San Francisco, and He's Almost There
Chantz Rivera expects to see the Golden Gate Bridge by the end of October.
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Hell Gate *subscribe today!* @hellgatenyc.com · 28/09/2026
For NYC Councilmember Alexa Avilés—whose family comes from Puerto Rico's Vega Baja—the suffering of her people is also a New York story. She says much of the exploitation of the island can be traced directly back to the Big Apple. hellgatenyc.com/puerto-rico-...
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Hell Gate *subscribe today!* @hellgatenyc.com · 28/09/2026
What WAS going through Trump's head as he was taking questions outside of Gracie Mansion? We have a few ideas. That, and more, on this week's Hell Gate Podcast. youtu.be/I81Lp3nzvKM?...
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Hell Gate *subscribe today!* @hellgatenyc.com · 28/09/2026
Brunson did probably the best that SNL could have hoped for, given that his general expression on the court and in interviews ranges from "Easter Island statue" to "shark biting down on seal." And other links to start your sodden Monday. hellgatenyc.com/jalen-brunso...
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Hell Gate *subscribe today!* @hellgatenyc.com · 27/09/2026
It never feels good to admit when you've made a mistake, but I need to come clean: we were wrong about the RHONY reboot's demise, and now, it's back. And by some miracle, Bravo seems to have...gotten it right this time!? I know. We're scared too.
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RHONY Is Back and Goddammit, It's Good
A crucial gut-renovation of the cast has resuscitated the Big Apple's "Real Housewives" franchise.
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Hell Gate *subscribe today!* @hellgatenyc.com · 27/09/2026
"That's great advice," the mayor responded, contemplative. "Sometimes it's so overwhelming to think about what constitutes 'art.' But when you think about it, it's your life." An afternoon visit to a West Village LGBTQ community center.
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Mayor Mamdani, the Dutch Prime Minister, and NYC Teenagers Discuss: What Is Art?
An afternoon visit to a West Village LGBTQ community center.
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Hell Gate *subscribe today!* @hellgatenyc.com · 27/09/2026
Check out the new offerings at Open House New York this year: Paradise Theatre, walking the IBX, and the iconic graffiti building on the Bowery. hellgatenyc.com/open-house-n...
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Go Inside the Bowery's Iconic Graffiti Building at This Year's Open House New York
Offerings also include a walking tour of the IBX and the new Paradise Theatre in the Bronx. Plus, more news to start your freakin' weekend.
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Hell Gate *subscribe today!* @hellgatenyc.com · 27/09/2026
As the Israeli Prime Minister addressed the United Nations, dwelling at length on New York’s mayor, crowds outside demanded his arrest. hellgatenyc.com/netanyahu-ho...
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Benjamin Netanyahu Receives a Hostile Welcome in Zohran Mamdani's New York
As the Israeli Prime Minister addressed the United Nations, dwelling at length on New York’s mayor, crowds outside demanded his arrest.
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Hell Gate *subscribe today!* @hellgatenyc.com · 27/09/2026
Is Governor Hochul polling well ahead of the election? Depends on who you ask. hellgatenyc.com/governor-hoc...
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Governor Hochul Is Polling Somewhere Between 'Oh, No' and Landslide
You can feel insane if you want to, or not!
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Hell Gate *subscribe today!* @hellgatenyc.com · 27/09/2026
The committee that makes up the Brooklyn Democratic Party held a chaotic meeting on Wednesday to elect its leadership team using controversial new voting rules. hellgatenyc.com/brooklyn-dem...
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Brooklyn Dems Hold a Meeting Befitting the Most Shambolic Political Organization in History
Meanwhile, an appeals court deliberated on the legality of their actions mere blocks away.
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Hell Gate *subscribe today!* @hellgatenyc.com · 27/09/2026
Over a breakfast at Gracie Mansion, Mayor Mamdani positioned himself as Mr. Worldwide to the prime ministers of Spain and Barbados, as well as Open Society heir Alex Soros.
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Mamdani Invites World Leaders Over for Coalition-Building, Quiche
The mayor positioned himself as Mr. Worldwide at a breakfast at Gracie Mansion with the prime ministers of Spain and Barbados, as well as Open Society heir Alex Soros.
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Hell Gate *subscribe today!* @hellgatenyc.com · 27/09/2026
Last week near the UN, a particularly deranged driver sped down a pedestrian pier. hellgatenyc.com/deranged-dri...
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Deranged Driver Speeds Down Pedestrian Pier Near UN
He flipped the bird to a runner who was filming him.
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Hell Gate *subscribe today!* @hellgatenyc.com · 26/09/2026
For this week's $20 Dinner, Scott takes us to the Good Time Country Buffet in the East Village for tons of delicious dishes that live up to the Kisa hype.
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Good Time Country Buffet in the East Village Is a Total Blast
The team behind Kisa delivers tons of delicious dishes that live up to the promise of their new venture's name.
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Hell Gate *subscribe today!* @hellgatenyc.com · 26/09/2026
The Mayor's Office of Communications declined an invitation to testify at the City Council's hearing about the administration's use of Signal.
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'Outright Ridiculous': Key Mamdani Officials Don't Show Up for City Council's Signal Chat Hearing
The Mayor's Office of Communications declined an invitation to testify, leaving councilmembers and the Public Advocate "disappointed."
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Hell Gate *subscribe today!* @hellgatenyc.com · 26/09/2026
Midtown traffic was nightmarish… if only there was something the Governor or Mayor could've done! hellgatenyc.com/midtown-traf...
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A Plunge Into Midtown Traffic Hell
If only there was something our governor and mayor could do about it.
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Hell Gate *subscribe today!* @hellgatenyc.com · 26/09/2026
Julianne could've absolutely whooped Bill the Butcher's weak ass. hellgatenyc.com/bill-the-but...
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I Could Totally Take This 19th Century Nativist in a Fight
Some thoughts on Bill the Butcher's embarrassing death lithograph.
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Hell Gate *subscribe today!* @hellgatenyc.com · 26/09/2026
For this week's LEAVE YOUR APARTMENT, Adlan chatted with artist and community organizer Alfredo Jimagua, who recommends getting out to some events in Sunnyside and Washington Heights. hellgatenyc.com/leave-your-a...
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Photographer Alfredo Jimagua Wants You to Find Beauty in Sunnyside and Washington Heights
The artist and community organizer is planning to hit up a DIY poster workshop and, of course, his own opening.
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Hell Gate *subscribe today!* @hellgatenyc.com · 26/09/2026
A Gracie Mansion visit to remember. hellgatenyc.com/trump-mamdan...
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Trump Visits Mamdani's 'Special House' to Feel Something
A Gracie Mansion visit to remember.
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Hell Gate *subscribe today!* @hellgatenyc.com · 26/09/2026
Governor Hochul thinks New York may need a "kill switch" for AI. hellgatenyc.com/governor-hoc...
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Governor Hochul Now Thinks NY May Need a 'Kill Switch' for AI
The suggestion follows California's lead, and is part of an effort to increase regulation on the industry as Congress fails to act.
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Hell Gate *subscribe today!* @hellgatenyc.com · 26/09/2026
Another global event has given the immigrant polyglot mayor of New York City a chance to show off.
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Zohran Mamdani Is Uniting the World of Sewer Socialism
Another global event has given the immigrant polyglot mayor of New York City a chance to show off.
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Hell Gate *subscribe today!* @hellgatenyc.com · 26/09/2026
A comedian was extremely surprised to find his face on ads for Bruce Blakeman's gubernatorial campaign. hellgatenyc.com/bruce-blakem...
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Bruce Blakeman Is the Governor of Slop
What would you do if New York's Republican nominee for governor stole your face?
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Hell Gate *subscribe today!* @hellgatenyc.com · 26/09/2026
Morning Spew for Night Owls—Check out the new offerings at Open House New York this year: Paradise Theatre, walking the IBX, and the iconic graffiti building on the Bowery.
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Go Inside the Bowery's Iconic Graffiti Building at This Year's Open House New York
Offerings also include a walking tour of the IBX and the new Paradise Theatre in the Bronx. Plus, more news to start your freakin' weekend.
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Hell Gate *subscribe today!* @hellgatenyc.com · 25/09/2026
NEW EPISODE OF THE HELL GATE PODCAST It's a wild week in New York City as our mayor goes international, the president pays a visit and ogles Gracie Mansion, and Mamdani breaks bread with fellow socialist world leaders. www.youtube.com/watch?v=I81L...
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Zohran Mamdani Is Mr. Worldwide
It's a wild week in New York City as our mayor goes international, the president pays a visit and ogles Gracie Mansion, and Mamdani breaks bread with fellow ...
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Hell Gate *subscribe today!* @hellgatenyc.com · 25/09/2026
As the Israeli Prime Minister addressed the United Nations, dwelling at length on New York’s mayor, crowds outside demanded his arrest.
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Benjamin Netanyahu Receives a Hostile Welcome in Zohran Mamdani's New York
As the Israeli Prime Minister addressed the United Nations, dwelling at length on New York’s mayor, crowds outside demanded his arrest.
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Hell Gate *subscribe today!* @hellgatenyc.com · 25/09/2026
It never feels good to admit when you've made a mistake, but I need to come clean: we were wrong about the RHONY reboot's demise, and now, it's back. And by some miracle, Bravo seems to have...gotten it right this time!? I know. We're scared too. hellgatenyc.com/rhony-is-bac...
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Hell Gate *subscribe today!* @hellgatenyc.com · 25/09/2026
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Mayor Mamdani, the Dutch Prime Minister, and NYC Teenagers Discuss: What Is Art?
An afternoon visit to a West Village LGBTQ community center.
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Hell Gate *subscribe today!* @hellgatenyc.com · 25/09/2026
"That's great advice," the mayor responded, contemplative. "Sometimes it's so overwhelming to think about what constitutes 'art.' But when you think about it, it's your life."
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Hell Gate *subscribe today!* @hellgatenyc.com · 25/09/2026
Hell Gate reporters are out in the streets talking to the people.
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Hell Gate *subscribe today!* @hellgatenyc.com · 25/09/2026
Check out the new offerings at Open House New York this year: Paradise Theatre, walking the IBX, and the iconic graffiti building on the Bowery. hellgatenyc.com/open-house-n...
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Go Inside the Bowery's Iconic Graffiti Building at This Year's Open House New York
Offerings also include a walking tour of the IBX and the new Paradise Theatre in the Bronx. Plus, more news to start your freakin' weekend.
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Hell Gate *subscribe today!* @hellgatenyc.com · 25/09/2026
Morning Spew for Night Owls—Governor Hochul Is polling somewhere between 'Oh, No' and a landslide.
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Governor Hochul Is Polling Somewhere Between 'Oh, No' and Landslide
You can feel insane if you want to, or not!
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Hell Gate *subscribe today!* @hellgatenyc.com · 24/09/2026
As the Israeli Prime Minister addressed the United Nations, dwelling at length on New York’s mayor, crowds outside demanded his arrest. hellgatenyc.com/netanyahu-ho...
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Hell Gate *subscribe today!* @hellgatenyc.com · 24/09/2026
The committee that makes up the Brooklyn Democratic Party held a chaotic meeting Wednesday to elect its leadership team using controversial new voting rules, as an appeals court deliberated on the legality of their actions mere blocks away.
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Brooklyn Dems Hold a Meeting Befitting the Most Shambolic Political Organization in History
Meanwhile, an appeals court deliberated on the legality of their actions mere blocks away.
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