2018 New York gubernatorial election

2018 New York gubernatorial election
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Election name	2018 New York gubernatorial election
Country	United States
State	New York
Type	gubernatorial
Previous election	2014 New York gubernatorial election
Next election	2022 New York gubernatorial election

2018 New York gubernatorial election was held on November 6, 2018, to elect the Governor of New York, with the Democratic and Republican parties nominating their candidates through primary elections. The election saw Andrew Cuomo, the incumbent Governor of New York, running for re-election against Marc Molinaro, the Dutchess County Executive. The election was also contested by candidates from other parties, including Howie Hawkins of the Green Party and Stephanie Miner of the Serve America Movement.

Election Background

The 2018 New York gubernatorial election took place amidst a midterm election year, with elections for the United States House of Representatives and the United States Senate also being held. The election was influenced by various factors, including the Me Too movement, the Trump administration, and the state legislature's handling of issues such as single-payer healthcare and gun control. The Democratic Party had a strong presence in New York City, with Bill de Blasio, the Mayor of New York City, and Letitia James, the New York City Public Advocate, playing important roles in the election. The Republican Party, on the other hand, had a stronger presence in Upstate New York, with John Katko, the U.S. Representative for New York's 24th congressional district, and Elise Stefanik, the U.S. Representative for New York's 21st congressional district, being influential figures.

Candidates

The candidates in the election included Andrew Cuomo, the incumbent Governor of New York, who was running for re-election on the Democratic and Working Families Party tickets. Marc Molinaro, the Dutchess County Executive, was the Republican and Conservative Party nominee. Other candidates included Howie Hawkins of the Green Party, Stephanie Miner of the Serve America Movement, and Larry Sharpe of the Libertarian Party. The candidates participated in debates, including one hosted by the League of Women Voters and another by the New York City Campaign Finance Board and NY1. The election also saw the involvement of various organizations, such as the National Rifle Association and the New York State United Teachers.

Campaign

The campaign for the election saw a significant amount of spending, with Andrew Cuomo raising over $30 million and Marc Molinaro raising around $5 million. The candidates focused on various issues, including healthcare, education, and infrastructure. The election was also influenced by the state senate elections and the state assembly elections, which were held on the same day. The candidates received endorsements from various notable figures, including Hillary Clinton, Bernie Sanders, and Nancy Pelosi. The election was covered by various media outlets, including The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and CNN.

Results

The results of the election saw Andrew Cuomo winning re-election with over 59% of the vote, while Marc Molinaro received around 36% of the vote. The other candidates, including Howie Hawkins and Stephanie Miner, received smaller percentages of the vote. The election had a turnout of around 45%, with New York City having a higher turnout than Upstate New York. The results were certified by the New York State Board of Elections and were influenced by the electoral reform efforts in the state. The election was also notable for the voting rights issues that arose, including the voter ID laws and the voting machine problems.

Aftermath

The aftermath of the election saw Andrew Cuomo being inaugurated for his third term as Governor of New York. The election had significant implications for the state legislature, with the Democratic Party gaining control of the state senate. The election also had implications for the presidential election, with New York being a crucial state in the electoral college. The election was analyzed by various experts, including those from the Brookings Institution and the Center for American Progress. The election was also notable for the post-election audit that was conducted by the New York State Board of Elections to ensure the integrity of the election process. Category:2018 United States gubernatorial elections