# Hochul and Blakeman vie for NY governor

> Democratic Kathy Hochul and Republican Bruce Blakeman pitch for NY governor in final campaign push.
- Title: Hochul and Blakeman vie for NY governor · ABC7 New York
- Summary: Democratic Kathy Hochul and Republican Bruce Blakeman pitch for NY governor in final campaign push. Gov. Kathy Hochul and Nassau County Executive Bruce…
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- Source: ABC7 New York — https://abc7ny.com/post/close-liz-cho-democratic-incumbent-hochul-republican-nassau-county-executive-blakeman-vie-ny-governor/19944146
- Published: 2026-10-18T15:57:00+00:00
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- Topics: kathy hochul, bruce blakeman, ny governor, up close, nassau county executive, election day, news, local
## Hochul and Blakeman campaign pitches
Democratic incumbent Kathy Hochul and Republican Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman made final campaign pitches for New York governor ahead of early voting.
## Election Day approach
With early voting underway and Election Day approaching, New York's gubernatorial candidates are making their final pitches to voters.
## Campaign priorities
During interviews, Eyewitness News anchor Mike Marza asked each candidate what they hope to accomplish if elected, focusing on their competing visions for the state's future.
## Key takeaway

Gov. Kathy Hochul and Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman made final campaign pitches for New York governor ahead of early voting.