Thursday, March 19, 2026

Please Come Back!

 Governor Kathy Hochul of New York is acknowledging the challenges her state faces due to high taxes driving away wealthy residents. She is now urging them to return, hoping to rebuild the tax base.

• Hochul is appealing to wealthy expatriates, particularly those who moved to tax-friendly states like Florida, to come back to New York.

• She dismissed Mayor Zohran Mamdani's proposal for higher income taxes, suggesting that attracting affluent individuals is essential for the state's financial health.

• Hochul pointed out that New York competes with states that have lower tax burdens, noting the need for significant budget reforms to regain competitiveness.

• Her recent comments contrast sharply with her previous statements during her 2022 campaign, where she dismissed her political opponents and their values.

• The narrative underscores concerns about government spending and misallocation of funds, especially regarding support for the homeless.

Hochul's shift in strategy highlights the urgent need for New York to adapt its fiscal policies while grappling with the implications of its previous approach to governance. 

https://www.powerlineblog.com/archives/2026/03/please-come-back.php

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