New York Governor

2 candidates · General election, November 3, 2026

What this office does

The state's chief executive. Signs or vetoes bills passed by the legislature, proposes the state budget, runs state agencies, appoints many officials and judges, commands the National Guard, and can grant pardons. Usually a 4-year term.

Candidates

Kathy Hochul

Democrat · 115 endorsements listed
Moderately left · from who donates to them (DIME campaign-finance score, Stanford)

Bruce Blakeman

Republican · 16 endorsements listed
Slightly right · from who donates to them (DIME campaign-finance score, Stanford)

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