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With the gubernatorial election only three weeks away, voters have little information on what distinguishes H. Carl McCall from George Pataki—and some progressives wonder whether embracing a third party is the answer

The Neutralizer
By Shawn Stone

Republican Gov. George Pataki is attracting the support of some traditional Democratic allies, and blunting the effect of others—how did he do it?

If I Had $75 Million
By Travis Durfee

Can B. Thomas Golisano become governor of New York by outspending the other candidates—with his own money?

Cover illustration by Trevor Paul

New Water Order
By Holly Wren Spaulding

From the Great Lakes to South Africa, activists battle multinationals over water resources

Hard Charges?
By Travis Durfee

Antiwar protestors await prosecution amid speculation that they may be hit with felonies to chill civil disobedience

Savage Love
By Dan Savage

If Dan Savage won't answer your weird, disgusting, perverted, embarrassing questions about sex, perhaps you'd best keep them to yourself.

2002 Fall/Winter Dining Guide

A comprehensive, descriptive guide to Capital Region restaurants. A must for residents and visitors who love to dine out.

Check out the coolest clothes and the hottest trends available right here in the Capital Region

2002 Survival Guide and Student Handbook

New to the region? Find out where to get your books, your beer, your bowling—you name it.

Best Of the Capital Region 2002

From pizza to politicians, from gift stores to guitarists, from sushi to ski areas: We've combed the region to find the best that's out there.

2001 Local Music Guide

Bands, clubs, recording studios, radio stations: Your comprehensive guide to the Capital Region's thriving music scene.

Metroland Back Issues

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