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The Finley

The Finley

By: BJ Mendelson
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 A weekly news podcast covering state and local politics across New York and beyond.Earth's Temporary Solution Political Science Politics & Government
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  • Why Won’t Governor Phil Murphy Cancel The New Jersey Bear Hunt?

    Why Won’t Governor Phil Murphy Cancel The New Jersey Bear Hunt?
    Nov 14 2025

    BJ Mendelson talks with Angi Metler and Doreen Frega of the Animal Protection League of New Jersey about the contested Sussex County bear hunt, how residents can reduce human–bear conflicts, and the campaign to persuade Gov. Phil Murphy to stop the trophy hunt by executive action.
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    22 mins
  • Orange County Executive Candidate, Mike Sussman, Speaks on South Blooming Grove

    Orange County Executive Candidate, Mike Sussman, Speaks on South Blooming Grove
    Nov 3 2025

    In an exclusive interview with The Finler, Orange County Executive candidate Michael Sussman, speaks on issues involving Southern Orange County, including South Blooming Grove's continued illegal behavior, interparty fighting in Monroe among Democrats, and whether or not it's ok for the Woodbury Democrats to back a MAGA candidate for Mayor.

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    44 mins
  • How To (Mostly) Keep Trump's National Guard Out of New York State

    How To (Mostly) Keep Trump's National Guard Out of New York State
    Oct 31 2025

    Today on The Finley, BJ Mendelson provides an updated timeline on the illegal election held in South Blooming Grove, and speaks with State Senator Andrew Gournardes about his proposed legislation, which would limit the ability of Red States to send their National Guard troops into New York. Learn more and check out the show notes over at The Monroe Gazette.com
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    35 mins
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