New York Gov. Kathy Hochul’s job approval and favorability ratings are up a little from last month and her lead in a potential race for governor against Republican Rep. Elise Stefanik has expanded with about a year to go until voters go to the polls, according to a Siena University poll of registered voters released Tuesday.

According to the poll, Hochul’s favorability rating reached 45-42%, the highest it’s been since January 2024. In addition, either a majority or plurality of voters believe Hochul works hard, demonstrates honesty, gets things done, provides decisive leadership and cares about people, the poll said.

“Hochul gets strong marks from fellow Democrats – 61% view her favorably and 72% approve of the job she’s doing – and the opposite from Republicans, 71% view her unfavorabl

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