In something of a surprise, one major poll has the race for Governor in New York State a tossup–within the statistical margin of error. Lee Zeldin, a Republican Congressman from Long Island, is challenging incumbent Democrat Kathy Hochul, who was corrupt Andrew Cuomo’s Lt. Governor and took over as Governor following Cuomo’s resignation in disgrace. Hochul is every bit as radical, maybe more so, than Cuomo was, at least when it comes to banning fossil energy in the state, including her support to keep fracking banned. Given skyrocketing prices for natural gas (and oil-based products) in the Empire State, Zeldin’s support for fracking appears to be having a positive impact on the race. Zeldin, a fracking supporter, may even win–although it’s still a long shot.
