1) Dave Galletly reports on NYS budget deficit of over half billion dollars stating various reasons including war in Iraq and recession. A number of experts share their views. 2) Bruce Robertson reports on Pierre Rinfret?s continued attacks on the Republican Party. 3) Brian Shields reports on Marist poll showing Cuomo will win Governor?s race and shares other predictions of poll. 4) Lee Farbman reports on Herb London?s candidacy from a nationwide perspective. 5) Mike Fondacaro and Galletly report on Rinfret?s effects on the election. 6) Karen Dewitt reports on demonstrations in Albany to vote against incumbent politicians. 7) Fondacaro interviews local reporter on election campaign issues concerning the citizens in the Long Island-area. 8) Alan Chartock?s commentary on the upcoming election. 9) Paul Rosenthal reports on this week?s events in state government.