The Journal. Kathy Hochul on Mamdani, Trump and Where Democrats Went Wrong
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Oct 10, 2025 
Kathy Hochul, Governor of New York, dives into the pressing issues facing her state, from the impacts of a federal government shutdown to immigration enforcement challenges. She shares insights on her pragmatic conversations with Trump about infrastructure and the need for bipartisan solutions. Hochul also discusses the upcoming NYC mayoral race and her approach to balancing moderate and progressive policies. With a focus on reconnecting with voters, she reflects on the Democratic Party's messaging and future direction.
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Shutdown's Immediate Impact On New York
- Kathy Hochul says the shutdown is hitting New Yorkers through lost federal pay and cuts to health and nutrition programs.
- She argues Republican control of government gives them responsibility to end it and restore funding.
Pick Battles And Push Federal Leaders
- Use the governor's bully pulpit to press federal leaders and pick battles strategically.
- Call directly on federal officials when key state funds or security programs are threatened.
Messaging Failure Hurt Democrats
- Hochul says Democrats lost ground by failing to clearly communicate core values about working families, education, and science.
- She emphasizes plainspoken messaging over intellectualized policy lists to reconnect with voters.