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From the Lobby with Jack O'Donnell
An inside look at politics and government from New York State to Washington, D.C.
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Early Votes, Key Races, Blue Wave?
Days to go. Polls are shifting. Early voting is surging. And the balance of power could be up for grabs. On this week’s From the Lobby with Jack O’Donnell…
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Blakeman’s Final Push, GOP Cracks, & Excalibur Honors
The clock is ticking toward Election Day, and the political stakes are getting higher. With early voting underway, can Bruce Blakeman make up ground against…
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Debate Drama, Midterm Money & Horse Carriage Fight
A fiery debate, a billionaire’s big midterm bet, and a fight over the future of New York City’s horse carriages. Who’s gaining ground, who’s taking a gamble…
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Hochul's Advantage, Trump Trouble, Albany’s Budget Boost
The news is moving fast as Election Day approaches, and the stakes are getting higher. This week on From the Lobby with Jack O’Donnell, Jack talks polls…
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Blakeman's Tax Cuts, Balancing AI Growth, OD&A in HOF
Election Day is just over a month away and the stakes are rising. On this episode of From the Lobby with Jack O’Donnell, Joanna Pasceri sits down with Jack to…
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Trump/Mamdani Bromance, Conflicting Polls, Governor's Debate
Trump and Mamdani. Two political opposites. One increasingly interesting relationship. This week on From the Lobby with Jack O’Donnell, Jack breaks down: •…
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Rebate Checks, Midterm Polling, Presidential Prospects
November is getting closer, and the political stakes are getting higher. In this week’s From the Lobby with Jack O’Donnell, Jack digs into the moves, numbers…
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9/11 Controversy, Primary Power Moves, Trump's Big Promise
As New York marks 25 years since 9/11, the anniversary is becoming a political battleground. Jack O’Donnell weighs in on what that says about the state of…
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Governor's Race Tightens, AI Politics, DSA Challenges
The governor’s race just got a lot more interesting. A new Siena poll cuts Kathy Hochul’s lead over Bruce Blakeman in half—from 20 points to 10. Is Blakeman…
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Meet the Team: Founder and Managing Partner Jack O'Donnell
Twenty-five years ago, Jack O'Donnell took a leap and founded O'Donnell & Associates with one goal: build a public affairs firm focused on solving problems…
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Political Roadshow, Campaign Attacks, Upstate NY Outlook
The campaign trail is getting busier. The policy debates are getting louder. And with the midterms fast approaching, the political stakes are only getting…
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Lobbying 101: Inside the World of Government Affairs
What does a lobbyist actually do? It's one of the questions we hear most, and in this episode of From the Lobby with Jack O'Donnell, we're answering it. This…
From the Lobby with Jack O'DonnellData Pause, Campaign Cash, Budget Alarm
Big decisions. Big questions. And another busy week in New York politics. This week on From the Lobby with Jack O'Donnell, Jack breaks down the headlines and…
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Mixed Signals, Regulation Reset, NYC Growth
This week on From the Lobby with Jack O'Donnell, Jack goes behind the headlines to explain what's driving the latest political shifts, and what they could mean…
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Progressive Push, Energy Mandate, Happy 250th!
This week on From the Lobby with Jack O'Donnell, Jack breaks down the latest political shakeups, policy battles, and what they could mean as attention turns…
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Progressive Sweep, Incumbent Trouble, Primary Takeaways
The votes are in—now the real impact begins. This week on 'From the Lobby with Jack O'Donnell,' we unpack a primary election that is reshaping the political…
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Primary Day Stakes, Budget Doom, World Cup Highlights
Primary Day is around the corner, and while turnout may be low, the political stakes are anything but! This week on From the Lobby with Jack O'Donnell, we look…
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Budget Fallout, Power Shakeup, GOP Leverage
The budget was late. The session was a blur. And now legislative leaders in Albany are calling these past two months productive. This week on From the Lobby…
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Redistricting, Regulation, and the Final Days of Session
Lawmakers are heading out the door in Albany. Whichpriorities made the cut... and which ones quietly ran out of time? In this episode of From the Lobby with…
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Budget Done, Messy Process, What's Next?
New York finally has a budget. After weeks of delays, lawmakers wrapped up a marathon session just after midnight, delivering the latest state budget in 16…
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Budget Breakthrough, Healthcare Dilemma, Trump Stumps
After weeks of delays, deadlocks, and behind-the-scenes drama, New York’s budget is finally moving. And when the dust settles, this will be the latest state…
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Budget Frustration, Consumer Pricing Protection, Campaign Financing
This week on From the Lobby with Jack O’Donnell, Jack offers some perspective on this drawn-out budget season & has an update on talks after last week's public…
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Budget Mess, Dipping Poll Numbers, O Canada!
A budget deal… or not? Just when it looked like Albany had finally landed the plane, leaders sent mixed signals and turned the state budget process into…
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Budget Progress, SCOTUS Election Ruling, DC Dysfunction
A month late, but finally some movement on the NY budget. On this episode of 'From the Lobby with Jack O'Donnell,' Jack is back, tracking every twist, every…
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Meet the Team: Kara Hughes, Senior Advisor & Head of NYC Practice
From campaigns… to a New York senator’s office… to the heart of New York City Hall, Kara Hughes has built her career on the inside of government and politics…
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Elusive Budget, Dems Midterm Gains, World Cup Costs
Three weeks late. No budget. And patience is wearing thin. So, are we any closer to a deal? In this episode of From the Lobby, Jack O’Donnell dives into the…
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Meet the Team: Associate Lauren Voorhees
In this Meet the Team episode of From the Lobby, we sit down with Lauren Voorhees, a University of Toronto grad stepping into her new role in NYC, bringing a…
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Budget Blowup, New Tax Shift, Sabres Rebirth
Budget talks just got louder. Lawmakers are calling each other out, and Governor Hochul isn’t backing down. In this episode of From the Lobby, Jack O’Donnell…
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Another Exit, Budget Crawl, NYC Poll
A surprise exit in Albany. A wave of lawmakers heading out the door. And a budget that’s still inching along. We break it all down with Jack O'Donnell, who’s…
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Budget Slow-Go, Campaign Financing Snafu, NYC's Money Fight
The NY budget deadline came and went. How much longer does this process go? In this episode of From the Lobby, Jack O’Donnellwalks us through where things…
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Budget Delays, Campaign Heat, DC Dilemma
Budget talks are dragging. Protests are boiling over. And what is really happening behind closed doors? In this episode of From the Lobby, our Jack O’Donnell…
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Meet the Team: Associate Peter McGowan
In this week’s episode of Meet the Team, we sit down with Peter McGowan, one of the newest members of O’Donnell & Associates, already jumping into the…
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Quiet in Albany, Unified Ireland, War Vote
This week on From the Lobby with Jack O’Donnell, we check in with Jack on where things stand right now, from ongoing budget talks in Albany to policy debates…
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Meet the Team: Dir. of Communications Joanna Pasceri
For this episode, we’re flipping the script. Usually, Joanna Pasceri is the one asking the questions. Today, she’s in the hot seat! OD&A VP of Public Affairs…
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One-House Mania, Climate Clash, On-Time Budget?
The One-House budgets were released this week by the New York State Assembly and the New York State Senate. What stands out? And what actually has a chance of…
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Meet the Team: Fellow Emily Sullivan
What’s it really like to work on a presidential campaign in one of the most-watched states in the country? And how do you juggle all of that while still in…
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Who's Bruce?, Revenue Fight, Tax Incentives
On this episode of From the Lobby with Jack O’Donnell, we take you inside the latest political moves shaping New York. Jack O’Donnell, Managing Partner of…
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Meet the Team: VP and Policy Director Jim Moore
From storm recovery to healthcare funding to the future of tech, our Jim Moore has seen it all and knows how to get things done. This week on From the Lobby…
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Costs Too Damn High, Schumer's Low Ratings, SOTU Impact
This week on From the Lobby with Jack O’Donnell, we break down the moments everyone’s talking about and what they actually mean. Jack O’Donnell, Managing…
From the Lobby with Jack O'DonnellMeet the Team: VP of Gov't Affairs Marc Cohen
This week on From the Lobby with Jack O’Donnell, get to know Marc Cohen! We head to Rochester to sit down with the Vice President of Government Affairs at…
From the Lobby with Jack O'DonnellState Bailouts, Tax Threats, Trump's SOTU
This week on From the Lobby with Jack O’Donnell, we break down the money moves and political fights that could shape what you pay and what your city gets. Jack…
From the Lobby with Jack O'DonnellMeet the Team: Senior Associate Michael Greco
This week on From the Lobby with Jack O’Donnell — Meet the Team, we sit down with Michael Greco. He's a Buffalo native and Senior Associate at O’Donnell &…
From the Lobby with Jack O'DonnellSurprise Exits, Budget Pressure, Campaign Struggles
A lot is happening in New York politics this week, and not all of it was expected. There are surprise exits. Big budget pressure. And cities across the state…
From the Lobby with Jack O'DonnellMeet the Team: VP of Public Affairs Ralph Ortega
For this week’s Meet the Team episode, we’re welcoming a familiar voice in New York politics, even if you’ve only known him by his byline. Ralph Ortega has…
From the Lobby with Jack O'DonnellDemocratic Convention, LG Dispute, Hochul's Leverage
A last-minute running mate pick. Party leaders pushing back. Poll numbers moving. And a few big fights brewing as convention season and a high-stakes election…
From the Lobby with Jack O'DonnellMeet the Team: Chief of Staff Diane Ong
What does it really take to keep a fast-moving government affairs firm running smoothly? This week on From the Lobby with Jack O’Donnell, we continue our Meet…
From the Lobby with Jack O'DonnellNY’s Crossroads, LG Scramble, ICE Divide
This week on From the Lobby with Jack O’Donnell, Jack discusses the political implications during this critical election year and the pressures of the upcoming…
From the Lobby with Jack O'DonnellMeet the Team: Dr. Ellen Grant, Sr. Advisor for Health Care
Meet Dr. Ellen Grant! In this conversation, Dr. Grant shares her extensive experience in healthcare, discussing the challenges organizations face today, the…
From the Lobby with Jack O'DonnellBudget Fallout, Medicaid Spending, Financial Outlook
This week on From the Lobby with Jack O’Donnell, Jack reveals what’s next, now that Governor Hochul has dropped her $260 billion Executive Budget, loaded with…
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The Challenges Ahead: Gov. Hochul's Agenda and the Budget Process
On this episode of From the Lobby with Jack O’Donnell, Jack digs into what the Governor’s State of the State speech really means as Albany heads straight into…
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2026 Preview: Albany’s Tightrope, Political Shifts, Policy Trends
On this episode of From the Lobby with Jack O’Donnell, we kick off the year with a look ahead at the political and policy battles that will define the months…
From the Lobby with Jack O'DonnellA New Law, Bombshell Poll, Political Exits
On From the Lobby with Jack O’Donnell, Jack, Managing Partner of O’Donnell & Associates, walks us through a week of bold decisions, a bombshell poll, and…
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NY Gov. Race, RAISE Act, Healthcare Deadline
The battle for New York Governor is officially on, and it’s quickly becoming one of the most heated GOP primaries in years. Congresswoman Elise Stefanik is now…
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Medical Aid in Dying, NYC Pay Raises, Republican Strife
Governor Hochul is sitting on nearly 250 bills, and some of them could spark a political firestorm. Where does she stand on controversial issues like the…
From the Lobby with Jack O'DonnellNY Gov. Race, State Tax Talk, Mamdani Meets Trump
The race for New York governor may be a year away, but new polling is already shaping the conversation. This week on From the Lobby with Jack O’Donnell…
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Democrats Divided, Funding Deadline, Fallout from Shutdown
It’s official! The longest government shutdown in U.S.history is finally over, but what’s the real cost, and who’s paying the political price? Our Jack…
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Pelosi's Legacy, Election Takeaways, Shutdown Status
Our Jack O'Donnell dives into the key takeaways from Election 2025—what happened and why it matters, including what a Mamdani Administration may be like and…
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Early Voting Surge, Election Day Predictions, Shutdown Progress?
Our Jack O'Donnell walks us through the week's big stories shaping politics and government: Massive early voting turnout in New York City—what does it mean for…
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Shutdown Pain, Mamdani’s Power, NY Budget Crunch
Jack joins us ‘From the Lobby’ to tackle the hot-buttonpolitical issues everyone’s talking about. This week, Washington is at a standstill. Gridlock over…
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Shutdown Stalemate, NYC Mayor's Race Heats Up, NY Budget Deficit Impact on Hochul
Jack is back with a breakdown of the politics, strategy, and power plays driving the week’s biggest stories—from Washington gridlock to New York City’s…