Podcast appearances and mentions of Paul Tonko

Ralph welcomes Ben Cohen (anti-war activist and ice cream entrepreneur) to discuss his new campaign, "Up in Arms," which advocates for a common-sense Pentagon budget. Then, Ralph speaks to Guardian columnist Arwa Mahdawi about her recent piece: "When will we finally admit: the Gaza death toll is higher than we've been told."Ben Cohen is an entrepreneur, philanthropist, and longtime anti-war activist. He is a co-founder of the ice cream company Ben & Jerry's and a prominent supporter of progressive causes. He is co-founder of Up In Arms, a public education and advocacy campaign pushing for a common-sense approach to military budgeting. In May of this year, Ben was arrested by Capitol Police after he interrupted Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s testimony by screaming,”Congress kills poor kids in Gaza by buying bombs and pays for it by kicking kids off Medicaid.”We're up in arms because the government has taken the kindness, the heart, the soul of the American people and essentially replaced it with so many bombs that there's no rational use for them. They've turned us all into mass murderers.Ben CohenYou know, politicians starting from Reagan are fond of saying “a nuclear war cannot be won and must never be fought.” And then they turn around and spend $100 billion a year on a nuclear arsenal that's capable of blowing up the entire world several times over. So they say one thing and they do another. I mean, a nuclear arsenal capable of blowing up the entire world several times over? That's not deterrence. That's delusion.Ben CohenI just go back to the moral issue of our time, which is Gaza—two-thirds of the American people don't support continuing to arm Israel. And we need to make our politicians pay the price for continuing to arm Israel… We have a midterm election coming up. If your guy voted to continue to essentially facilitate the genocide, vote them out.Ben CohenWhen you have more money than is needed, you tend to invite corruption, cost overruns, machinery that doesn't work, and I would advise that you look into why the GAO and the Pentagon auditors are being asked to do fewer audits of the military budget. Because there's almost a direct correlation between throwing money at a government program (especially at that scale) and corruption. And corruption is understandable to everybody. It's the number one political issue all over the world, when the pollsters poll.Ralph NaderArwa Mahdawi is a columnist for the Guardian and author of Strong Female Lead: Lessons from Women in Power. Here is her recent piece on the genocide in Gaza: “When will we finally admit: the Gaza death toll is higher than we've been told” (The Guardian, August 8, 2025)To be fair, the New York Times, Washington Post, and Wall Street Journal have published some pretty devastating reports from their reporters in that area. They've put out some devastating features on what's going on [in Gaza], but it doesn't translate into editorial denunciation by these papers. And it doesn't translate into taking the next step and doing what they would do in other conflicts around the world where there isn't so much prejudice and domestic pressureRalph NaderI'm an opinion writer, but as journalists, you're always supposed to report facts. And the fact is: we have absolutely no idea how many people are dead in the Gaza Strip. But there are plenty of studies (which I reference in the article—one Lancet peer-reviewed study, one letter to the Lancet by a highly-respected scientist, one empirical study by Michael Spagat) which show that the death count is a lot higher. So I truly believe that unless you're saying “the official figure from the Ministry of Health is around 60,000 but studies show it is probably much higher,” then that's just journalistic malpractice.Arwa MahdawiI think there's just this instinct to believe that Palestinians are lying and Israelis are telling the truth. And it also goes back to…this isn't just Israel's war, this is America's war as well. And this desire to see America as the good guys—we're the good guys, the Palestinians are the bad guys. And to have this black-and-white narrative where, obviously, we're the good guys, you know, and so if the Palestinian narrative casts doubt on that, then it must be wrong.Arwa MahdawiI always suggest that people write to the media outlets and say that they want to see more Palestinian narratives, they want the media outlets to voice their concern that foreign reporters are not being let in, that more aid workers are not being let in, that pictures are not coming out.Arwa MahdawiThere are very few pictures coming out of the scale of this destruction in Gaza, but when you see the ones that do come out, it is very, very obvious that there are more than 60,000 people dead.But there seems to be this lack of curiosity with some of my peers. Why aren't they asking, “Why aren't we seeing more pictures?” There should be nonstop outrage that their press freedom is being stifled like this and so many Palestinian journalists are being slaughtered.Arwa MahdawiNews 8/22/25* Last Thursday, during an event in her Masscusetts congressional district, Congresswoman Katherine Clark – who holds the position of House Minority Whip, making her the number two Democrat in the House – called Israel's campaign in Gaza a “genocide,” per Axios. According to Zeteo, this makes Clark the 14th member of Congress to use the “g word.” Lest she be accused of bravery however, Clark quickly walked back her comments. In a statement to the Jewish News Syndicate, Clark said “last week, while attending an event in my district, I repeated the word ‘genocide' in response to a question…I want to be clear that I am not accusing Israel of genocide.” This incident illustrates the cross-cutting pressures facing Democratic Party leaders. This divide will be on the agenda again at the DNC meeting on August 26th, where among other issues, party leaders will vote on competing resolutions to lay out the Democrats' position on Gaza. Allison Minnerly, the progressive DNC delegate sponsoring the resolution to end arms shipments to Israel, is quoted saying “Our voters…are saying that they do not want U.S. dollars to enable further death and starvation anywhere across the world, particularly in Gaza…I don't think it should be a hard decision for us to say that clearly,” per the Intercept.* Even as Democrats wrestle with their position on Gaza, the politics are clearly shifting. The Reject AIPAC coalition has released a new statement saying that among Democrats, AIPAC is now a “toxic pariah.” As evidence of this, Reject AIPAC cites the fact that only 14 House Democrats attended the AIPAC-sponsored Israel trip this year. According to Mondoweiss, “In 2023, the lobbying group brought 24 House Dems to Israel over recess. In 2019, over 40 attended.” Reject AIPAC also cites the fact that Reps. Valerie Foushee and Maxine Dexter, both recipients of millions of AIPAC dollars, voted to block arms to Israel and Foushee is even now rejecting AIPAC money. As these small victories mount, the horizon of possibility for movement within the party grows ever wider.* Last week, Tom Artiom Alexandrovich – a senior department head in Israel's National Cyber Directorate – was arrested in a “multi-agency operation targeting child sex predators,” in Clark County, Nevada according to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department. According to Reuters, “Alexandrovich faces a felony charge of luring or attempting to lure a child or mentally ill person to commit a sex act ‘with use of computer technology.'” Yet, inexplicably, Alexandrovich was released by U.S. authorities and is back in Israel. This set off a firestorm in the U.S., with many accusing the Trump administration of facilitating Alexandrovich's release. The State Department was forced to issue a statement denying these claims, stating that Alexandrovich "did not claim diplomatic immunity and was released by a state judge…Any claims that the U.S. government intervened are false." The AP adds that the “Israeli Embassy in Washington and the Israeli Prime Minister's Office did not immediately return messages.” Disturbingly, the mainstream media seems to be purposely ignoring this case. While it has been covered by the Guardian, the Times of Israel, and Haaretz, there has been zero coverage in the New York Times or Washington Post, or ABC, NBC, or CBS. This media blackout adds fuel to the speculation that this case is being tamped down by the administration for political reasons.* Another troubling story regarding minors on the internet comes to us from Mark Zuckerberg's Meta AI. According to Reuters, internal documents from Meta Platforms detail “policies on chatbot behavior…[permitting] the company's artificial intelligence creations to ‘engage a child in conversations that are romantic or sensual,' generate false medical information and help users argue that Black people are ‘dumber than white people.'” Former Federal Trade Commission Chair Lina Khan called these reports “disturbing” and cited a legal complaint filed by the FTC to the Justice Department against Snap in January, under her leadership, “charging that [Snap's] AI chatbot was creating risks and harms for young users.” Khan noted that the “DOJ hasn't filed the case or taken any steps to protect these kids,” and demanded that “Any lawmaker concerned about big tech's abuse of kids should ask what is going on.” The administration's lack of action on these issues indicates that despite their rhetorical inveighing against the tech industry, they are treating SIlicon Valley with the same kid gloves they use for the rest of corporate America, even when it affects minors.* In more positive news from abroad, the Washington Post reports that between 2022 and 2024, Mexico lifted a stunning 8.3 million residents out of poverty. This 18% drop in poverty includes a 23% decrease in extreme poverty and a 16% drop in moderate poverty. According to experts, this remarkable achievement is the result of the policies of former President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador, or AMLO, and his successor Claudia Sheinbaum, such as tripling the minimum wage and instituting a raft of social programs to aid “senior citizens, unemployed youth, students, farmers and people with disabilities.” President Sheinbaum is now plowing ahead with a new project – producing a “small, 100% electric, accessible [EV],” called the “Olinia,” to be fully manufactured and assembled in Mexico, per Mexico News Daily.* Turning to domestic politics, Congresswoman Elise Stefanik finally showed up in her district on Monday after an extended period of avoiding public appearances. At a ceremony honoring a late Clinton County clerk in Plattsburgh, Stefanik was drowned out by cries of “‘You sold us out!', ‘Shame!', and ‘Unseal the Epstein files!', along with a “steady stream of boos,” according to the Daily Beast. Stefanik “left the podium after speaking for less than a minute,” and when she returned, she was booed again. Stefanik's chronic absence and chilly reception is a bad sign for her gubernatorial aspirations. In the months since she has held a town hall, her constituents held a mock town hall where they addressed an empty chair, per WRGB, and New York Democrats AOC and Paul Tonko held town halls in her district, per the Albany Times-Union.* In more political news from New York, disgraced former Governor Andrew Cuomo is explicitly seeking to woo New York Republicans in his independent bid for Mayor of New York City. POLITICO reports that at a fundraiser at media mogul Jimmy Finkelstein's Southampton estate, Cuomo told the crowd that he agrees with President Trump that the “goal is to stop Mamdani.” To this end, he is trying to convince Republicans that they would be “wasting [their] vote on [Curtis] Sliwa,” the Republican nominee for Mayor, “because he'll never be a serious candidate.” Cuomo also implied that he is open to an alliance with Trump, telling the crowd “Let's put it this way: I knew the president very well.” Dora Pekec, a spokesperson for the Zohran campaign, is quoted saying “Since he's too afraid to say it to New Yorkers' faces, we'll make it clear: Andrew Cuomo IS Donald Trump's choice for mayor.”* In Texas, state Democrats have returned to the state, ending their attempt to defeat Governor Abbott's mid-decade redistricting scheme by denying the legislature a quorum. In a statement Gene Wu, chairman of the Texas House Democratic Caucus, said "We killed the corrupt special session, withstood unprecedented surveillance and intimidation, and rallied Democrats nationwide to join this existential fight for fair representation — reshaping the entire 2026 landscape," per the BBC. The legislature is now expected to approve the redrawn congressional maps; the state Democrats plan to continue fighting them in the courts. California has vowed to redraw their own maps to compensate for the expected loss of five Democrat-held seats in Texas. New York, New Jersey, New Hampshire and Maryland are also considering their own redistricting plans. Vice President JD Vance was deployed to Indiana to pressure Republicans in that state to redraw their maps to favor Republicans as well, per the IndyStar. It is a sad state of affairs that American politics has been reduced to such naked power grabbing plots, but here we are.* In local news, the federal occupation of Washington, D.C. continues to deepen. CBS reports the governors of at least six Republican-led states are sending contingents from their National Guards to the capital. These include Mississippi and Louisiana, West Virginia, South Carolina, Ohio and Tennessee. Just what these troops will do in Washington remains unclear. Tennessee Governor Bill Lee, who is sending 160 troops, cited “monument security” and “traffic control” among their official responsibilities. The federal agents on the ground, with little to do – the DOJ itself reports as violent crime is at a 30-year low in the District – seem to be mostly just harassing residents. The Daily Beast reports ICE tore down a banner and replaced it with a dildo. A local, Amanda Moore, posted a photo of 15 federal agents calling an ambulance for a drunk girl in Dupont Circle. And, while the Lever reports D.C. corporate lobbyists pushed for the occupation, it is wreaking havoc on local businesses; Rolling Stone reports reservations at D.C. restaurants are down between 25 and 31%, to take just one example. We can only hope that this pointless, destructive farce of quasi-fascistic political theater ends sooner rather than later.* Finally, investigative reporter and Iraq war veteran Seth Harp is out with a new book – The Fort Bragg Cartel: Drug Trafficking and Murder in the Special Forces – which details the double murder of Master Sergeant Billy Lavigne and Chief Warrant Officer Timothy Dumas, along with the “many more unexplained deaths…other murders connected to drug trafficking in elite units, and dozens of fatal overdoses,” at Fort Bragg in North Carolina. Among other remarkable discoveries, Harp “describes a U.S. special forces k9 [unit] that was given titanium dentures and encouraged to feast on human brains in the field,” in the words of publisher and producer Chris Wade. Remember these titanium dentures whenever you hear that there is no money to pay for critical social programs. The money is there. The political will is not.This has been Francesco DeSantis, with In Case You Haven't Heard. Get full access to Ralph Nader Radio Hour at www.ralphnaderradiohour.com/subscribe

Tuesday, July 22nd, 2025Today, Trump removes the Wall Street Journal from his Scotland trip press pool; Donald's second favorite island and another list; the new VA budget pushes to privatize healthcare for veterans; administration officials have been accused of defying about a third of the court orders against them; ICE agents are harassing the courthouse volunteers who assist besieged immigrants; more than 200 Venezuelans disappeared to a megaprison in El Salvador returned home and they're telling their stories; Fox News' Jesse Watters was forced into an embarrassing walk-back over his claims about Gavin Newsom; we finally know how much Martin Shkreli's Wu-Tang album cost; and Allison and Dana deliver the good news.Thank You, PiqueGet 10% off for life with link piquelife.com/dailybeans.Thank You, PacagenFor 15% off your order and a special gift, head to Pacagen.com/DAILYBEANS and use code DAILYBEANS.Guest: Jean Guerrerojeanguerrero.com, Jean Guerrero (@jeanguerre) • Instagram, @jeanguerre - Bluesky,@jeanguerre - XJean Guerrero - The New York TimesOpinion | This Is How the Protests Could Break Trump's Deportation MachineHatemonger – HarperCollinsStoriesTrump's Second Favorite Island | Zach Kahn“We Were Kidnapped” | Mother JonesThe New VA Budget Pushes to Privatize Care, Risking the Veterans Health System | Military.comICE Agents Are Harassing the Courthouse Volunteers Who Assist Besieged Immigrants | Mother JonesFox News' Jesse Watters forced into embarrassing walkback over Gavin Newsom claims | The IndependentWe Finally Know How Much Martin Shkreli's Wu-Tang Album Cost | GizmodoGood Trouble Support the NASA Voyager Declaration Now! | Stand Up For ScienceThe Voyager Declaration -PDF Download Our Donation LinksMSW Media, Blue Wave California Victory Fund | ActBlueWhistleblowerAid.org/beansFederal workers - feel free to email AG at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you're going to do, or just vent. I'm always here to listen. Find Upcoming Actions 50501 Movement, No Kings.org, Indivisible.orgDr. Allison Gill - Substack, BlueSky , TikTok, IG, TwitterDana Goldberg - BlueSky, Twitter, IG, facebook, danagoldberg.comCheck out more from MSW Media - Shows - MSW Media, Cleanup On Aisle 45 pod, The Breakdown | SubstackFrom The Good NewsToasted MallowThe Epstein Cover-Up at the FBI - by Allison GillEnvironmental Defense FundHundreds turn out as Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Paul Tonko hold town hall in PlattsburghDear Head of Mine - Sean deLoneThe Daily Bird (@thedailybirdmke) • InstagramAPPEARANCES – DANA GOLDBERGReminder - you can see the pod pics if you become a Patron. The good news pics are at the bottom of the show notes of each Patreon episode! That's just one of the perks of subscribing! patreon.com/muellershewrote Donate to the MSW Media, Blue Wave California Victory FundMSW Media, Blue Wave California Victory Fund | ActBlueWhistleblowerAid.org/beans Federal workers - feel free to email AG at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you're going to do, or just vent. I'm always here to listen. Find Upcoming Actions 50501 Movement, No Kings.org, Indivisible.orgDr. Allison Gill - Substack, BlueSky , TikTok, IG, TwitterDana Goldberg - BlueSky, Twitter, IG, facebook, danagoldberg.comCheck out more from MSW Media - Shows - MSW Media, Cleanup On Aisle 45 pod, The Breakdown | SubstackShare your Good News or Good TroubleMSW Good News and Good TroubleHave some good news; a confession; or a correction to share?Good News & Confessions - The Daily Beanshttps://www.dailybeanspod.com/confessional/ Listener Survey:http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=shortFollow the Podcast on Apple:The Daily Beans on Apple PodcastsWant to support the show and get it ad-free and early?The Daily Beans | SupercastThe Daily Beans & Mueller, She Wrote | PatreonThe Daily Beans | Apple Podcasts

The recent events and the ongoing challenges facing our federal government are producing urgent questions and uncertainties. In response Rep. Paul Tonko invited the public to a Town Hall on Monday, June 16th at Hudson Valley Community College. The goal of this Town Hall goal was his offer to hear the public's  concerns and thoughts on how to move forward and to ensure these voices resonate loudly in Washington. Hudson Mohawk Magazines Andrea Cunliffe brings you this on site report. Congressman Paul D. Tonko is an eighth-term member of the U.S. House of Representatives, representing New York's 20th Congressional District in the Capital Region, including the cities of Albany, Schenectady, Troy, and Saratoga Springs.

New York Rep. Paul Tonko of the 20th district speaks with WAMC's Ian Pickus on the Congressional Corner on June 26, 2025.

Tonight on The Last Word: Protests over immigration raids pop up across the United States. Also, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth struggles to clarify the Trump administration's position on Russia. And House Republicans are forced to again vote for the Medicaid cuts in of Donald Trump's budget bill. Sen. Adam Schiff, Rep. Jason Crow, and Rep. Paul Tonko join Lawrence O'Donnell.

New York Rep. Paul Tonko, a Democrat from the 20th district, speaks with WAMC's Ian Pickus on the Congressional Corner. This conversation was held April 14.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, We start off with a report from the Renewable Heat Now lobby day at the State Capitol. Then, we hear about a forum in Hudson this Saturday on Boycott, Divestment and Sanction. Later on, Armao on the Brink examines the impact of Trump's efforts to defund USAID After that, we have a live interview with James Rath of Capital Street about Troy's efforts to redesign the Congress and Ferry Streets. We finish with a report from Monday's Town Hall meeting in Schenectady with Congress member Paul Tonko. Co-hosts: Benno Greene & Mark Dunlea Engineer: Jalaya Reid

Tonight on The Last Word: Trump-Musk cuts are creating chaos inside the federal government. Also, Donald Trump invokes the Alien Enemies Act for the fourth time in history. Plus, Democrats issue a warning over possible GOP Medicaid cuts. The Black Lives Matter Plaza is removed amid Trump funding cut threats. And Tulsi Gabbard says Trump and Putin are “very good friends.” David Fahrenthold, Barbara McQuade, Rep. Paul Tonko, and Amb. Michael McFaul join Jonathan Capehart.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Moses Nagel reports on a rally held by democratic representatives and members of the immigration community opposing an Albany visit by Trump's border czar. Then, federal workers and Congressman Paul Tonko speak at the Roundtable Discussion with Fired Federal Workers to Highlight the Local Impact of the DOGE Cuts in Albany. Later on, another episode of Disability Trivia with Blaise Bryant and Cara Liebowitz. After that, a representative of the Troy DSA joins us in the studio to discuss Good Cause Eviction. Finally, Shawn Young, co-founder of civil rights group All of Us in Schenectady, discusses women's history month and the ongoing crisis in New York prisons with Eva Bass.

On Friday, March 7, 2025, Hudson Mohawk Magazine Network Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry attended a "Roundtable Discussion with Fired Federal Workers to Highlight Local Impact of the Doge Cuts" hosted by Congressman Paul Tonko at the Albany Community Action Partnership on Sheridan Avenue. In this part one Labor segment, Willie recorded exerts from Congressman Tonko and various Federal Workers who were fired.

Who will go to Congress when New York Representative Elise Stefanik heads to the UN?In today's Congressional Corner, New York Congressman Paul Tonko, a Democrat from the 20th district, wraps up his conversation with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This interview was recorded February 13th.

A major budget fight is on tap in Washington.In today's Congressional Corner, New York Congressman Paul Tonko, a Democrat from the 20th district, continues his conversation with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This interview was recorded February 13th.

It has been a bruising start to the second Trump administration.In today's Congressional Corner, New York Congressman Paul Tonko, a Democrat from the 20th district, speaks with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This interview was recorded February 13th.

Democrats don't have many chips to play next year.In today's Congressional Corner, New York Congressman Paul Tonko, a Democrat from the 20th district, wraps up his conversation with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This interview was recorded November 13th.

Is the CHIPS Act here to stay?In today's Congressional Corner, New York Congressman Paul Tonko, a Democrat from the 20th district, continues his conversation with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This interview was recorded November 13th.

Not all Democrats were on the outs on election day.In today's Congressional Corner, New York Congressman Paul Tonko, a Democrat from the 20th district, speaks with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This interview was recorded November 13th.

On Friday Sept. 29, about 100 people rallied in Townsend Park to protest Israel's expansion of the war against Palestinians into Lebanon. The group called for a US arms embargo to Israel. They then marched to Cong. Paul Tonko's office. We hear from various voices, including Anthony, Eyad Alkurabi and Tom Ellis of the Palestinian Rights Committee, Paul Dworkin, Andrew Seeman of the Party of Socialism and Liberation, and a young Lebanese woman. By Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine. Photos at https://photos.app.goo.gl/uqXcE8egyp9kV9nd9

The key to power in Washington is often longevity.In today's Congressional Corner, New York Congressman Paul Tonko, a Democrat from the 20th district, wraps up his interview with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This interview was recorded September 3rd.

A new bill is aimed at curing Parkinson's disease.In today's Congressional Corner, New York Congressman Paul Tonko, a Democrat from the 20th district, continues his conversation with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This interview was recorded September 3rd.

It's election season, but Congress still has some big work to do.In today's Congressional Corner, New York Congressman Paul Tonko, a Democrat from the 20th district, speaks with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This interview was recorded September 3rd

Bibi is coming back to Washington. In today's Congressional Corner, New York Congressman Paul Tonko, a Democrat from the 20th district, wraps up his interview with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This conservation was recorded June 25th.

What will the Supreme Court do next term? In today's Congressional Corner, New York Congressman Paul Tonko, a Democrat from the 20th district, continues his interview with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This conservation was recorded June 25th.

The over/under on this segment is 10 minutes at +150. If that makes sense to you, you've probably wagered on sports. In today's Congressional Corner, New York Congressman Paul Tonko, a Democrat from the 20th district, speaks with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This interview was recorded June 25th.

Congressional primaries are almost here. In today's Congressional Corner, New York Congressman Paul Tonko, a Democrat from the 20th district, wraps up his conversation with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This interview was recorded April 24.

President Biden sure loves chips. In today's Congressional Corner, New York Congressman Paul Tonko, a Democrat from the 20th district, continues his conversation with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This interview was recorded April 24.

Congress has finally delivered some big bills to President Biden. In today's Congressional Corner, New York Congressman Paul Tonko, a Democrat from the 20th district, speaks with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This interview was recorded April 24.

March Madness means sports gambling madness, too.In today's Congressional Corner, New York Congressman Paul Tonko, a Democrat from the 20th district, wraps up his conversation with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This interview was recorded March 14.

Congressional lines are changing again in the Empire State.In today's Congressional Corner, New York Congressman Paul Tonko, a Democrat from the 20th district, continues his conversation with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This interview was recorded March 14.

Are we getting closer to a cure for Parkinson's?In today's Congressional Corner, New York Congressman Paul Tonko, a Democrat from the 20th district, speaks with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This interview was recorded March 14.

President Biden delivered a forceful State of the Union address.In today's Congressional Corner, New York Congressman Paul Tonko, a Democrat from the 20th district, speaks with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This interview was recorded March 8.

New York's governor used to be a New York Congresswoman. In today's Congressional Corner, New York Congressman Paul Tonko, a Democrat from the 20th district, wraps up his conversation with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This interview was recorded January 8.

A deal to avert a government shutdown is within reach. In today's Congressional Corner, New York Congressman Paul Tonko, a Democrat from the 20th district, speaks with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This interview was recorded January 8.

A deal to avert a government shutdown is within reach. In today's Congressional Corner, New York Congressman Paul Tonko, a Democrat from the 20th district, speaks with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This interview was recorded January 8.

After a brief pause, the Israel-Hamas war is back on. In today's Congressional Corner, New York Congressman Paul Tonko, a Democrat from the 20th district, wraps up his conversation with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This interview was recorded December 5.

The College of Saint Rose is going under. In today's Congressional Corner, New York Congressman Paul Tonko, a Democrat from the 20th district, continues his conversation with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This interview was recorded December 5.

Congressman George Santos is now former Congressman George Santos. In today's Congressional Corner, New York Congressman Paul Tonko, a Democrat from the 20th district, speaks with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This interview was recorded December 5.

The Republican civil war continues in the House.In today's Congressional Corner, New York Congressman Paul Tonko, a Democrat from the 20th district, wraps up his conversation with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This interview was recorded October 5.

Speaker Kevin McCarthy is now former Speaker Kevin McCarthy.In today's Congressional Corner, New York Congressman Paul Tonko, a Democrat from the 20th district, continues his conversation with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This interview was recorded October 5.

October 6, 2023 was the fifth anniversary of the Schoharie limo crash. In today's Congressional Corner, New York Congressman Paul Tonko, a Democrat from the 20th district, speaks with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This interview was recorded October 5.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine: We begin with Willie Terry's interview with Larry Wittner about the upcoming 40th Anniversary Celebration of the Solidarity Committee of the Capital District. Then, we have Mark Dunlea's profile of Democrat-Working Families Party candidate for Troy Mayor Nina Nichols. Later on, for this week's Triple Es, H Bosh Jr interviews Cora Schroeter, senior constituent representative manager for congress member Paul Tonko. After that, Elizabeth EP Press profiles Republican candidate for Troy City Council President Brad Lewis. Finally, Andrea Cunliffe interviews Barry Shiffman of the Banff International String Quartet Competition.

Governor Hochul says New York needs help from the feds. In today's Congressional Corner, New York Congressman Paul Tonko, a Democrat from the 20th district, wraps up his conversation with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This interview was recorded August 25th.

Will the federal government shut down again? In today's Congressional Corner, New York Congressman Paul Tonko, a Democrat from the 20th district, continues his conversation with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This interview was recorded August 25th.

The August recess is winding doing. In today's Congressional Corner, New York Congressman Paul Tonko, a Democrat from the 20th district, speaks with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This interview was recorded August 25th.

The horse racing industry is under new oversight.In today's Congressional Corner, New York Congressman Paul Tonko, a Democrat from the 20th district, wraps up his conversation with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This interview was recorded June 26.

Should Congress investigate the OceanGate disaster?In today's Congressional Corner, New York Congressman Paul Tonko, a Democrat from the 20th district, continues his conversation with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This interview was recorded June 26.

All eyes are on Russia. In today's Congressional Corner, New York Congressman Paul Tonko, a Democrat from the 20th district, speaks with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This interview was recorded June 26.

In today's Congressional Corner, New York Congressman Paul Tonko, a Democrat from the 20th district, wraps up his conversation with WAMC's Alan Chartock.

Democrats say the House Republicans' budget bill is bad news for Americans.In today's Congressional Corner, New York Congressman Paul Tonko, a Democrat from the 20th district, continues his conversation with WAMC's Alan Chartock.

Nearly five years after the tragedy, a trial is starting in the Schoharie limo case.In today's Congressional Corner, New York Congressman Paul Tonko, a Democrat from the 20th district, speaks with WAMC's Alan Chartock.

March Madness means millions in sports betting.In today's Congressional Corner, New York Congressman Paul Tonko, a Democrat from the 20th district, wraps up his conversation with WAMC's Alan Chartock.