February 18, 2026

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Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine,

First, Hundreds rallied on Tin Cup Day urging Governor Kathy Hochul to tax the wealthy to address New York’s affordability crisis. Mark Dunlea sits down with Campaign Director Brahvan Ranga to learn more.

Then, Sean Bernyk tells about “The Black Experience in the Adirondacks” an interactive exhibition coming to the Sanctuary.

Later on, Shirley Chen talks with NYU Alumni Jason about his family traditions for the Chinese Lunar New Year.

After that, Justin Hurley talks about the organization Food not Bombs.

Finally, This week, Thom Francis welcomes Jason Baldinger to the mic. He shared his poetry at the Fish Market in Troy.

Hosts: Richard Sleeper and Caelan McPherson Engineer:Caelan McPherson

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