Ed Cox | Chairman of the New York Republican State Committee | 12-09-25

Sid & Friends In The Morning

77 WABC

News, Comedy, News Commentary, Politics

4.2 • 752 Ratings

🗓️ 9 December 2025

⏱️ 36 minutes

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Ed Cox, Chairman of the New York Republican State Committee, joins John Catsimatidis & James Flippin as they substitute for Sid Rosenberg, to talk about the announcement of Bruce Blakeman's candidacy for New York Governor. Cox emphasizes the party's strong support for Elise Stefanik, who has garnered over 75% of the state committee's vote, asserting that Stefanik is a highly capable candidate with significant accomplishments. He criticizes the potential primary battle with Blakeman, noting that past primaries have depleted resources crucial for the general election. Cox also highlights the adverse effects of one-party rule in Albany, citing issues like cashless bail, recidivism, and increased budgets. He warns about businesses leaving New York and losing its status as the financial capital. Lastly, Cox outlines the GOP's focus on affordability and combating inflation as key campaign messages. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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18:59.1	Joining us on the phone line right now, Ed Cox, as the sunlight is creeping over the
19:06.5	buildings of New York City.
19:08.0	We're coming to you live here, quarter past the hour, 7 o'clock hour here on
19:12.7	sitting friends in the morning.
19:13.4	So Ed, breaking news that Bruce Blakeman has thrown his hat into the ring for New York
19:19.6	governor.
19:20.6	And given you are the head of the New York GOP, we want to get your reaction.
19:24.7	Is that just good competition?
19:26.8	Is that something that's going to lead to a bruising primary battle?
19:29.7	What are your thoughts on this announcement from Bruce Blakeman?
19:33.1	Well, look, Bruce has liked and respected, but more than 75% of a weighted vote of all the counties and make up the state committee have endorsed Leastophanic.
19:48.6	She is strong, she is smart.
19:52.0	Who else could have gotten the president of Harvard fired for anti-Semitism and plagiarism?
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