Chris Gaine, Author at The Statesman

Before he predicted a Trump victory, Norpoth was inspired by JFK

Chris GaineFeatured News Top StoryOctober 13, 2016October 13, 2016

At 72, Stony Brook professor Helmut Norpoth got his first taste of fame thanks to his Primary Model, which has predicted a Trump presidency.

Local candidates affected by presidential candidates’ unpopularity

Chris GaineFeatured NewsOctober 5, 2016

Zeldin, whose campaign did not return a request for comment, has no mention of Donald Trump’s name on his website.

Race for LI House Seat Becomes One of Nation’s Priciest

Chris GaineFeatured News Top StorySeptember 19, 2016

The race for the House of Representatives’ seat representing New York’s first district, which includes Stony Brook, is becoming one of the most expensive in the nation.

LIRR on-time performance at worst level since 2000

Nikita Ramos & Chris GaineFeatured NewsMarch 23, 2016May 28, 2016

The Long Island Rail Road’s on-time performance has regressed for the fourth consecutive year, according to its annual operating report in February.

Jankowski Stony Brook Baseball’s latest to the pros

Chris GaineFeatured SportsJanuary 23, 2016

Jankowski’s path to this moment was a long and winding one that seemed nearly impossible just a few years earlier.

Faherty named head coach of women’s soccer

Chris GaineFeatured SportsDecember 15, 2015

Following the conclusion of the 2015 season, longtime Stony Brook Women’s Soccer head coach Sue Ryan was relieved of her duties. Brendan Faherty will replace her.

Race Matters Lecture Series: Passing for Black in an Indian Country

Chris GaineArts Top StoryNovember 30, 2015

“I think it’s interesting to melt African-American history and Native American history,” Ph.D. student Matt Ford said.

Liotine walks on at Stony Brook and runs over opponents

Chris GaineFeatured Football SportsNovember 23, 2015October 19, 2021

“I mean everybody dreams, right?” Liotine said. “I hoped it would happen. I prayed for it. I dreamed about it every day since I realized I could play college football.”

Stony Brook Football to conclude its season against Albany

Chris GaineFeatured Football SportsNovember 18, 2015October 19, 2021

The Stony Brook Football team will conclude its season on Saturday afternoon when it welcomes Albany to Kenneth P. LaValle Stadium.

Stony Brook looks to snap conference losing streak against URI

Chris GaineFeatured Football SportsNovember 11, 2015October 19, 2021

The Stony Brook Football team heads into Saturday’s road game against Rhode Island in search of its first conference win in nearly three months.