
Candidate
Rob P. Astorino
Running for Governor in New York
Rob Astorino is a former two-term Westchester County Executive who ran for Governor of New York in 2014 and 2022.
Where they stand
ⓘ AI-compiled · verify · compiled July 4, 2026Budget and Taxes
Astorino criticized state budgets that increase spending, stating that over-taxing and overspending are leading to New York's decline.
source ↗Education
Astorino proposed changes to the state constitution to enable local elections for Board of Regents members, aiming to reduce centralized control.
source ↗Corruption and Ethics
Astorino outlined a 10-point ethics proposal designed to address corruption, including implementing term limits and a shorter legislative session.
source ↗Economic Development
Astorino emphasized the need for improvements to New York's economy, stating that the system as a whole requires fixing.
source ↗Common Core
Astorino opposed the Common Core learning standards and advocated for running on a ballot line that would stop Common Core.
source ↗Immigration
Astorino vetoed legislation aimed at making Westchester County a 'Sanctuary County,' showing his opposition to such policies.
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🗳️ When to vote
Election day
Nov 3
in 60 days
Also running for Governor
Sources
- NY Governor
- GOP governor candidate wants NY regents elected | KSL.com
- Eyeing Governor’s Seat, Astorino Outlines Ethics Proposal | The Epoch Times
- Rob Astorino enters race for NY governor, seeking rematch with Cuomo | WRVO Public Media
- GOP candidate for governor will also run on anti-Common Core ballot line | WRVO Public Media
- Rob Astorino
- Rob Astorino Running for Governor - Challenger - OpenCampaign Politician Profile - All politics is local!
- Astorino Begins Gubernatorial Campaign with Talk of Reducing Taxes | Scarsdale, NY Patch
ℹ️ Registered candidate from official NY Board of Elections records (filed 05/18/2021). Verify details with your local election office.
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