The Court of Appeals shifted to the right under the polarizing leadership of Chief Judge Janet DiFiore. Democrats hope the governor’s nominee to replace her will move it to the left.
Tag: New York State
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Why Some Hasidic Children Can’t Leave Failing Schools
Parents who try to withdraw their children from yeshivas over a lack of secular education often cannot do so, hampered by social pressure and a rabbinical court system.
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Letitia James Accused of Protecting Top Aide From Harassment Allegations
Sofia Quintanar said that her sexual harassment allegations against the aide were handled differently than similar ones lodged against former Gov. Andrew Cuomo.
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Corruption Charges Dismissed Against Ex-Lt. Gov. Brian Benjamin
A federal judge in Manhattan ruled that prosecutors failed to demonstrate an “explicit quid pro quo” that must underpin the bribery charges against Mr. Benjamin.