# Hochul faces revolt from unlikely New Yorkers as Democrats deliver scathing verdict on their party

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/hochul-faces-revolt-from-unlikely-new-yorkers-as-democrats-deliver-scathing-verdict-on-their-party/
- Published: 2026-10-25T14:00:27+00:00
- Updated: 2026-10-25T15:23:15+00:00
- Original publisher: Fox News (publisher lean: Far right)
- Original article: https://www.foxnews.com/politics/hochul-faces-revolt-unlikely-new-yorkers-democrats-deliver-scathing-verdict-party
- Topics: Art, Culture, World

## Key points

- Blakeman is courting Democrats frustrated with Hochul and their party.
- Bronx voters cited affordability, safety and political direction.
- Blakeman promised tax and utility cuts, citing his Nassau record.

## Summary

Republican gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman is seeking support from disaffected Democrats in the Bronx as he challenges New York Governor Kathy Hochul. Voters who spoke at a campaign event said concerns about the cost of living, public safety and the Democratic Party’s progressive direction had left them feeling overlooked, potentially creating an opening for Republicans in a traditionally Democratic state.

Former Democratic Assemblyman Stephen Kaufman criticised the growing influence of the Democratic Socialists of America, while some local residents said Hochul had not defended homeowners. Blakeman blamed Hochul for higher taxes and utility costs and argued that cashless bail undermined safety; he promised tax and utility bill cuts. He cited his record as Nassau County executive, saying he had cut taxes by $150 million and had not raised them in five years. These are campaign claims, and the supplied article does not include a response from Hochul or evidence of how many Democrats intend to switch their votes.

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