Topic: New York State

Governor Andrew Cuomo addressed his "Love Gov" nickname and his working relationship with President Trump during a press conference. Cuomo emphasized that despite their past political differences, cooperation between the state and federal governments was essential for the people of New York. He stated that the focus must remain on the collective effort rather than personality or ego.

President Biden has delayed his first State of the Union address until March 1st, the latest in history, citing the Winter Olympics and COVID-19. Meanwhile, an end-of-show audio mix highlights that half of COVID-19 hospitalizations in New York City are "incidental," meaning patients were admitted for other reasons and tested positive upon arrival. The show concludes with a reminder that "this is not 2020, this is 2022."

New York Governor Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency to prepare hospitals for a potential winter wave. Reports indicate that hospital capacity issues are being exacerbated by staffing shortages rather than patient volume, with some doctors leaving large networks like Sutter Health.

Governor Kathy Hochul of New York addressed the healthcare worker shortage caused by vaccine mandates by proposing temporary visas for foreign workers, specifically from the Philippines and Ireland. Critics argue that these "conversations" with the Department of State are insufficient to solve the immediate staffing crisis in hospitals.

The New York State Assembly, led by Speaker Carl Hastie, is moving forward with impeachment proceedings against Governor Andrew Cuomo. The process requires a simple majority in the Assembly and a two-thirds vote in the Senate and Court of Appeals for removal. While Cuomo remains a stubborn political fighter, his support among fellow Democrats has cratered following the Attorney General's report.

The New York State Bar Association passed a resolution urging the state to consider mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations, even for those with religious or philosophical objections. The hosts debate the legal precedent for such a move, referencing historical smallpox cases and questioning Alan Dershowitz's assertion that the government has the authority to "jab a needle in your arm."

California and New York officials declared states of emergency as COVID-19 cases surged, including a cluster linked to the Grand Princess cruise ship. In New York, approximately 1,000 people were ordered into self-quarantine following the hospitalization of a Manhattan attorney. The first reported death in California involved an elderly passenger from a round-trip voyage to Mexico.

The Department of Homeland Security's suspension of Global Entry and other trusted traveler programs for New York residents is analyzed. This move is a direct response to New York's "Green Light Law," which allows undocumented immigrants to obtain driver's licenses while blocking federal access to DMV records. The hosts describe this as a "slick move" by the Trump administration to pressure the state government.

State Department spokesperson Heather Nauert addressed reports of North Korean supplies reaching Syria, emphasizing the administration's policy of denuclearization. Meanwhile, UK soldiers are reportedly receiving anthrax vaccinations due to perceived threats from North Korea.

The New York Times editorial board officially endorsed Hillary Clinton, describing her as one of the most qualified candidates in modern history while noting Bernie Sanders' focus on income inequality. Commentator Van Jones appeared on CNN with Don Lemon to discuss the shift of politics into the realm of reality television. Critics argue that Clinton's experience as Secretary of State and Senator is overshadowed by foreign policy failures and a lack of legislative achievement.

New York State's Mental Hygiene Law includes provisions for involuntary admission to psychiatric facilities, a term described as Orwellian and synonymous with brainwashing. Constant engagement with Facebook is characterized as mentally unhealthy due to the prevalence of entertainment-focused news and performative outrage. Analysis of televised events like the Miss America pageant is now conducted via recordings to avoid the "unhealthy" experience of real-time viewing.

A brief news update mentions a lockdown at CIA headquarters in Langley, Virginia, for unknown reasons. This leads into a personal anecdote about a recent trip to New York City, including a dining experience at the Empire Bar and Grill located within the Empire State Building.

The "Digital Maidan" website is traced to a New York-based public relations firm, BWD (gobwd.com), suggesting U.S. State Department involvement in the Ukrainian protests. Opposition leader and former boxer Vitali Klitschko is noted for his $65 million net worth, which the hosts argue allows him to fund significant PR and activist operations. The firm also manages sites related to the "Holodomor" Ukrainian genocide.

Two proposed New York State bills are discussed: one requiring psychological screening and BMI tracking for students, and another mandating that parents attend support programs and workshops before their children can advance to the 7th grade.

Mayor Michael Bloomberg defended his proposal to limit sugary drink sizes to 16 ounces in New York City restaurants and theaters, citing an obesity epidemic. Bloomberg used a study involving "bottomless" soup bowls to argue that humans are biologically programmed to overeat whatever is placed in front of them. The policy is characterized as an elitist overreach that treats citizens as "stupid slaves" incapable of making their own dietary choices.

New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg announced a plan to ban the sale of sugary drinks larger than 16 ounces in restaurants and movie theaters. The hosts criticize this as an overreach of government power and a "nanny state" policy. They argue that such regulations are a slippery slope toward controlling other personal health choices and behaviors.

A television commercial for a September 11th commemorative coin set draws criticism for selling "evidence" from Ground Zero. The coins and a sculpture of the USS New York are reportedly clad in silver recovered from the World Trade Center ruins and gold. The product is licensed by the United States Secret Service Uniform Division Benefit Fund, which the hosts find abhorrent.