What is on the New York ballot this election? Breakdown, races to watch
Over 150k New Yorkers voted in first weekend
Both Gov. Kathy Hochul and Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman are campaigning throughout the state. FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay has the latest.
NEW YORK - The governor's race may be on most New Yorkers' minds, but there are several other decisions to make this Election Day.
Here's what voters should expect to see on their ballots.
What exactly will be on the ballot?
Local perspective:
The offices listed on each ballot are dependent on where each resident lives.
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Governor's office, lieutenant governor's office
Every New York resident will have the option to vote for their next governor on their ballot.
The Democratic candidates are incumbent Gov. Kathy Hochul and her chosen lieutenant governor, former New York City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams.
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The Republican candidates are Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman and his chosen lieutenant governor, Madison County Sheriff Todd Hood.
New York state comptroller's office
Another state office up for grabs this year is the comptroller's office—the comptroller is the state's chief financial officer who, among other things, manages public funds.
Incumbent Thomas DiNapoli is being challenged by Republican nominee Joseph Hernandez.
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Attorney general's office
Letitia James, the current attorney general of New York, is being challenged by Saritha Komatireddy, who is a former federal prosecutor and current attorney.
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Congressional representatives, state senators, other offices
All of New York's Congressional, State Senate and State Assembly seats are up for election in these upcoming midterms.
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Some of the other offices that New Yorkers could vote on this year, depending on where they live, include:
The list of candidates up for election can be read in its entirety below.
Ballot proposals
New York City residents specifically will also vote on five ballot proposals that could amend the city's constitution.
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What are the hot races this year?
Dig deeper:
Outside the gubernatorial race, here are the races to keep an eye on this upcoming election:
- Brad Lander, a candidate endorsed by Mayor Zohran Mamdani, versus Jennifer Moore in the race for NY-10
- Mamdani-backed Darializa Avila Chevalier versus Jomo Williams in the race for NY-13
- Rep. Mike Lawler versus political newcomer Cait Conley in the race for NY-17
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The Source: This article includes information from several government websites and previous FOX 5 NY coverage.