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9/11 remembered, fusion voting debated, vaping scrutinized

Rounding up the week’s political news.

By REBECCA C. LEWIS | September 13, 2019
 
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City Council looks for answers on ride-hailing regulations
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Acting TLC head Bill Heinzen fields questions from lawmakers and advocates alike.
By ANNIE MCDONOUGH
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Ethics
Assemblywoman Linda Rosenthal was just one of the elected officials who rallied before the Public Campaign Financing Commission hearing, arguing the task should be handled by lawmakers.
Takeaways from the first Public Campaign Financing Commission hearing
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The biggest fight? The future of fusion voting.
By REBECCA C. LEWIS
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Health Care
New York City firefighters and journalists stand near the area known as Ground Zero after the collapse of the Twin Towers.
How 9/11 survivors can get help
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It’s not too late to apply for compensation for health care costs.
By JEFF COLTIN
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Editor's Note
A photo of James Zadroga and his daughter on display at a Ground Zero memorial in New York.
The enduring legacy of James Zadroga
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The struggle to get government to acknowledge the health effects of 9/11.
By JON LENTZ
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New York City
Hospital beds.
The wound that won’t heal
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Why thousands of New Yorkers might be 9/11 victims – and not even know it.
By BOB HENNELLY
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Pedestrians walking through Ground Zero after the collapse of the Twin Towers on September 11, 2001.
I’m a 9/11 survivor. I still don’t know how these programs can help me.
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First responders aren’t the only ones still reeling from the deadly attacks.
By AMANDA LUZ HENNING SANTIAGO
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News & Politics
State Sen. Andrew Gounardes, chairman of the Civil Service & Pensions Committee (#24).
Celebrating the Labor Power 100
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A look at City & State’s gala recognizing 100 of the most influential leaders in labor.
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Technology
The sign at the entrance to Facebook headquarters in Silicon Valley.
Facebook is James’ latest tech target
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She is leading the investigation into Facebook and participating in the Google probe.
By ANNIE MCDONOUGH
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Commentary
Pedestrians walking through Ground Zero after the collapse of the Twin Towers on September 11, 2001.
I’m a 9/11 survivor. I still don’t know how these programs can help me.
First responders aren’t the only ones still reeling from the deadly attacks.
By AMANDA LUZ HENNING SANTIAGO
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Editor's Note
The enduring legacy of James Zadroga
The struggle to get government to acknowledge the health effects of 9/11.
By JON LENTZ
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Editor's Note
Frances Perkins and the lessons for today’s labor movement
A century ago, the worker rights advocate launched a game-changing career in government.
By JON LENTZ
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The answer to organized labor’s woes? Immigrants.
Unlikely allies join forces – and dust off a playbook from the past.
By BOB HENNELLY
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POLITICS

News & Politics
State Sen. Andrew Gounardes, chairman of the Civil Service & Pensions Committee (#24).
Celebrating the Labor Power 100
A look at City & State’s gala recognizing 100 of the most influential leaders in labor.
By CITY & STATE
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This Week’s Headlines
9/11 remembered, fusion voting debated, vaping scrutinized
Rounding up the week’s political news.
By REBECCA C. LEWIS
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Ask the Experts
Should New York City reconsider term limits?
Former council members eyeing their old seats could undermine the goal.
By JEFF COLTIN
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New York City
The wound that won’t heal
Why thousands of New Yorkers might be 9/11 victims – and not even know it.
By BOB HENNELLY
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Policy

Policy
Long Island City
Could New York opt out of Opportunity Zones?
Community development tax break is benefiting the wealthy.
By ANNIE MCDONOUGH
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Technology
Will New York follow California on gig worker protections?
AB5 would turn gig workers into full employees, and New York may soon follow.
By ANNIE MCDONOUGH
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Technology
City Council looks for answers on ride-hailing regulations
Acting TLC head Bill Heinzen fields questions from lawmakers and advocates alike.
By ANNIE MCDONOUGH
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Ethics
Takeaways from the first Public Campaign Financing Commission hearing
The biggest fight? The future of fusion voting.
By REBECCA C. LEWIS
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PERSONALITY

Interviews & Profiles
Nassau County Executive Laura Curran.
Laura Curran on trying to earn Nassau County’s trust
It takes a lot to sway skeptical suburbanites – especially after Mangano’s fall from grace.
By REBECCA C. LEWIS
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Interviews & Profiles
How reliable is New York City’s power grid?
Lawmakers held a hearing on the July blackouts, but they’re still waiting for answers.
By ZACH WILLIAMS
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Personality
Can disgraced politicians get back in the game?
Scandals may oust incumbents, but they don’t always end careers.
By ZACH WILLIAMS
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Personality
Cuomo’s hot gov summer
From ziplining to going on not one but two(!) fishing trips, Gov. Andrew Cuomo is living his best life this summer.
By AMANDA LUZ HENNING SANTIAGO
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Editor's Note
A photo of James Zadroga and his daughter on display at a Ground Zero memorial in New York.
The enduring legacy of James Zadroga
The struggle to get government to acknowledge the health effects of 9/11.
By JON LENTZ
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New York City
The wound that won’t heal
Why thousands of New Yorkers might be 9/11 victims – and not even know it.
By BOB HENNELLY
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Labor
Will gig workers finally get labor protections?
You may have OT, minimum wage and discrimination safeguards. Does your delivery guy?
By ANNIE MCDONOUGH
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Editor's Note
Frances Perkins and the lessons for today’s labor movement
A century ago, the worker rights advocate launched a game-changing career in government.
By JON LENTZ
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Celebrating the Labor Power 100
A look at City & State’s gala recognizing 100 of the most influential leaders in labor.
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From left, Daniel Levler, president of the Suffolk County Association of Municipal Employees (#66 on Labor Power 100); Assemblyman Peter Abbate Jr., chairman of the Committee on Governmental Employees (#23 on Labor Power 100).
From left, Lisa Daglian, executive director of PCAC; Steven Arenson, employment litigator for Arenson, Dittmar & Karba (#91).
From left, Venus Williams and Debra Paylor, both of Communications Workers of America Local 1180.
View of the attendees of the Labor Power 100 event.
From left, Michael Keogh, partner at Bolton-St. Johns; Ed Draves, partner at Bolton-St. Johns (#96); Judy Rapfogel, principal of GrandRap Strategies; and Melissa Chapman, government relations specialist at Davidoff Hutcher & Citron LLP.
From left, Shea Savaria and Rachel Roseneck, principals at Kivvit.
City & State Editor-in-Chief Jon Lentz addressing the crowd.
State Sen. Andrew Gounardes, chairman of the Civil Service & Pensions Committee (#24).
Amity Paye, deputy communications director of 32BJ SEIU, honoring the late Héctor Figueroa.
From left, Donald Nesbit, executive vice president of Local 372; Daniel Levler, president of the Suffolk County Association of Municipal Employees (#66); Sandra Oxford, executive director of the Hudson Valley Area Labor Federation (#62); Thomas Carey, pre
From left, New York City Councilman I. Daneek Miller, chairman of the Civil Service & Labor Committee (#39); Elias Husamudeen, president of the Correction Officers’ Benevolent Association (#42).
Celebrating the Brooklyn Power 100
A look at City & State’s gala recognizing 100 of the most influential leaders in Brooklyn.
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From left, Rep. Nydia Velazquez, #4 on Brooklyn Power 100; Met Council CEO and former New York City Councilman David Greenfield, #32 on Brooklyn Power 100.
From left, Floyd Rumohr, CEO of Brooklyn Community Pride Center and #88 on Brooklyn Power 100, and Doug Friedlander, executive director of United Community Schools.
From left, Rep. Nydia Velazquez, #4 on Brooklyn Power 100, and Jeanine Ramirez, Brooklyn reporter for NY1 and #73 on Brooklyn Power 100.
View of the attendees of the Brooklyn Power 100 event.
City & State reporter Jeff Coltin, emcee for the event, addresses the crowd.
State Sen. Zellnor Myrie, #25 on Brooklyn Power 100, enjoying the keynote speeches.
Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, #1 on Brooklyn Power 100 and a keynote speaker for the event, addressing the crowd.
Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams, #5 on Brooklyn Power 100 and a keynote speaker for the event, addressing the crowd.
A group of people chatting, including New York City Councilman Rafael Espinal Jr., #17 on Brooklyn Power 100.
From left, New York City Councilman Robert Cornegy Jr., #11 on Brooklyn Power 100; Shahana Hanif, director of organizing and community engagement for New York City Councilman Brad Lander; Elizabeth Adams, legislative director for New York City Councilman
From left, Gregg Bishop, and state Sen. Zellnor Myrie, #25 on Brooklyn Power 100.
From left, Nancy Clermont, director of the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce, and New York Assemblywoman Jo Anne Simon, #52 on Brooklyn Power 100.
New York City Councilman Mark Treyger, #16 on Brooklyn Power 100, in conversation during the event.
Celebrating the 2019 Albany 40 Under 40
Photos of City & State’s gala recognizing the latest crop of rising stars in the state capital.
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Rising Star Shirley Paul, assistant director of legislative affairs for SUNY Office of State Relations.
Rising Star Andrew Mangini, a partner at Gramercy, with other attendees.
The crowd at the Albany 40 Under 40 event.
State Sen. Julia Salazar, a Rising Star and keynote speaker, addressing the crowd.
Senior Advisor to the Governor Rich Azzopardi, 2009 Rising Star and keynote speaker, addressing the crowd.
Dwayne Andrews, senior vice president and general counsel at Patrick B. Jenkins & Associates, addressing the crowd.
Rising Star Kendra Rubin, vice president of government affairs at the New York Credit Union Association.
From left, Rising Stars Nikki Kateman, political and communications director at RWDSU/UFCW Local 338, and state Sen. Julia Salazar.
Violet Moss, managing director of Bolton-St. Johns.
City & State Editor-in-Chief Jon Lentz emceeing the event.
From left, Rising Star Katie Hohman, partner at Sheridan Hohman & Associates, and Francesca Pardi, community manager at Bull Moose Club.
From left, state Sen. Zellnor Myrie and Amber Mooney, director of workforce development for the Business Council of New York State, both Rising Stars.
Celebrating the Pride Power 100
A look at City & State’s gala recognizing 100 LGBTQ leaders in New York.
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Copies of the 2019 Pride Power 100 magazine.
From left, Bruce Morrow, senior director of institutional giving at GLAAD; Stan Sloan, CEO of the Family Equity Council and #60 on Pride Power 100; Jan Lopes, MD at St. Lukes/Mt. Sinai.
View of the crowd at Goldbar.
Guests listen to the event’s keynote speakers.
John M. Blasco, LGBT liaison for New York City Council Speaker Corey Johnson.
A group of employees from one of the sponsors of 2019 Pride Power 100, TD Bank.
City & State’s Jeff Coltin, Assemblyman Richard Gottfried and Matthew Tighe, Gottfried’s special assistant.
From left, Sheena Wright, president and CEO of the United Way of New York City, and Bruce Morrow, senior director of institutional giving at GLAAD.
Alphonso David, incoming president of the Human Rights Campaign and keynote speaker.
Emma Wolfe, chief of staff to Mayor Bill de Blasio and a keynote speaker.
Former state Sen. Thomas Duane, the emcee for the evening.
New York City Council Speaker Corey Johnson, a keynote speaker.
From left, former state Sen. Thomas Duane and Emma Wolfe, chief of staff to Mayor Bill de Blasio.
New York’s politically powerful pets
These four-legged friends are inspiring an animal-friendly New York.
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Gov. Andrew Cuomo and Captain.
New York City Council Speaker Corey Johnson and Mousse.
Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo and Zuzu.
Assemblywoman Linda Rosenthal and Kitty.
Assemblyman Joe Lentol's cat Brooke.
Assemblywoman Yuh-Line Niou (out of frame) and Samson.
Assemblywoman Pamela Hunter and Barklay.
State Sen. Robert Antonacci and Abbey.
State Sen. Alessandra Biaggi's cat Lexington.
State Sen. Phil Boyle and Livvy.
State Sen. James Tedisco and Gracie.
State Sen. James Gaughran and Corbin.
Nassau County Legislator Joshua Lafazan and Fresco.
New York City Councilman Robert Holden and Rocky.
New Castle Councilwoman Ivy Pool and Abbie.
State Assembly Minority Leader Brian Kolb and "Kolby" the dog
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