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Cuomo Apologizes to Jewish Community for Yom Kippur Disruptions

10/2/2025

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Ex-Gov. Andrew Cuomo apologized to Jewish New Yorkers for COVID-19 lockdowns that disrupted religious practices during Yom Kippur.
He acknowledged the pain and regret for not considering their traditions, and his campaign received endorsements from ultra-Orthodox leaders.
Cuomo previously defended 2020 actions, saying he was sorry for disruptions but did not seek an apology.

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Ex-Gov. Andrew Cuomo apologized to Jewish New Yorkers for COVID-19 lockdowns that disrupted religious practices during Yom Kippur.
He acknowledged the pain and regret for not considering their traditions, and his campaign received endorsements from ultra-Orthodox leaders.
Cuomo previously defended 2020 actions, saying he was sorry for disruptions but did not seek an apology.