Meet the Team: VP of Public Affairs Ralph Ortega

For this week’s Meet the Team episode, we’re welcoming a familiar voice in New York politics, even if you’ve only known him by his byline.Ralph Ortega has spent more than 30 years telling New York’s story from the inside. From breaking news and investigations to shaping the conversation as Editor-in-Chief of City & State New York, Ralph has had a front-row seat to some of the biggest moments in state and NYC politics.Now, he’s bringing that newsroom instinct and a deep understanding of how politics really works to O’Donnell & Associates.In this episode, we cover:What TV show inspired Ralph to pursue journalism and why he stuck with itWhat it was like leading coverage during a turbulent era in New York politics: Cuomo’s downfall and Eric Adams’ riseThe stories that left a lasting mark from 9/11 to the death of a young boyWhy advocating for greater Latino representation has been central to his workHow he recharges after three decades in the newsroom and his all-time favorite movieGive this thoughtful & engaging conversation a listen!