Governor Mario M. Cuomo central subject and correspondence files
Series Number
13682_96D;_13682_97
Summary
Governor Mario M. Cuomo gained national prominence as a spokesman for the Democratic Party in challenging the leadership offered by Presidents Ronald Reagan and George H.W. Bush. Cuomo's central subject and correspondence document the governor's efforts to bring about change in the areas of low-income housing, abortion, civil rights, health care, criminal justice, and welfare reform. The records also document the governor's involvement in national politics during presidential election years.
Creator
New York (State). Governor (1983-1994 : Cuomo)
Access Restrictions
There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.
Governor W. Averell Harriman central subject and correspondence files
Series Number
13682_07
Summary
W. Averell Harriman's single term as governor represents the only interlude during the period from 1943-1973 in which the Democratic Party held the governorship. Harriman's central subject and correspondence files document the governor's efforts to introduce new programs in the areas of mental health, aging, poverty relief, civil rights, consumer affairs, housing, highways, and aid to education. The records also document the governor's involvement in national politics, especially during the 1956 presidential election.
Creator
New York (State). Governor (1955-1958 : Harriman)
Access Restrictions
There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the material.
Governor Herbert H. Lehman central subject and correspondence files
Series Number
13682_53
Summary
Herbert H. Lehman served as governor during the bulk of the Great Depression. His leadership and advocacy led to the state's adoption of the "Little New Deal," a series of state relief and reform programs. His central subject and correspondence files pertain to the establishment of unemployment insurance; state and federal social security legislation; slum clearance and the establishment of public housing; welfare assistance to communities; limiting of child labor; minimum wage legislation; crime prevention; and legal and constitutional reform.
Creator
New York (State). Governor (1933-1942 : Lehman)
Access Restrictions
Access to certain records documenting Moreland Act investigations is restricted. Records are subject to review by State Archives staff prior to disclosure.