Personality
Personality
Suraj Patel talks about his debate performance and why this is his year
His poll numbers have improved recently, indicating he might have a shot in the 12th Congressional District.
New York State
Policy
In a battle of the data, Eric Adams digs in on claims about bail failures, despite pushback
Adams on Wednesday debuted a trove of statistics he said support his push to tighten bail laws. As Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie noted, the numbers lacked context.
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Nonprofits
App links food pantries and clients
Jointly owned by the United Way New York City and City Harvest, Plentiful is helping New Yorkers find nearby pantries when they are open for distribution.
New York City
Politics
In the city’s hottest primaries, candidates hold their breath for an endorsement from The New York Times
Candidates in the races for (at least) the 10th, 12th and 17th Congressional Districts are being formally interviewed – and lobbying hard behind the scenes – for the coveted, possibly decisive nod from the Gray Lady.
Nonprofits
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Preventing reimprisonment of formerly incarcerated individuals starts with higher-paying jobs
The city should work with unions and re-entry providers to create work opportunities that facilitate and track long-term success.
Politics
Politics
Dan Goldman fired voter outreach consultant for offensive tweets after being contacted by City & State
The Democrat who worked on Trump’s first impeachment had hired a Trump-supporting Republican.
Opinion
Opinion: Latest Siena poll shows NY Democrats have only modest wind in their sails
The Democratic advantage is less than half of what it has been recently, which is a clear indication of the poor electoral climate members of the party will face this fall.
New York State
Politics
Hochul’s NYPA nominee gave to Republicans and opposes the Build Public Renewables Act
Climate activists and progressive lawmakers are trying to rally opposition before the state Senate votes.
New York City
Politics
Max Rose and Brittany Ramos DeBarros vie to be the Democrat with a chance to win Staten Island
In the 11th Congressional District, it’ll be an uphill battle for either in the general election against Rep. Nicole Malliotakis.
Interviews & Profiles
Personality
David Alexis decided to run for office when he realized his struggles weren’t his fault
The DSA-backed challenger is taking on incumbent state Sen. Kevin Parker in Brooklyn.
New York State
Politics
Lee Zeldin has shied away from his anti-abortion stance – but will it sway voters?
According to a new poll released Tuesday, 68% of likely New York voters said they oppose the Supreme Court’s overturning of Roe v. Wade.
New York State
Politics
Charter school super PAC targets state Sens. Robert Jackson, Gustavo Rivera
New Yorkers for a Balanced Albany has spent more than $200,000 so far in three New York City state Senate races.
Heard Around Town
Politics
Mondaire Jones critiques Dan Goldman’s moderate stance on health care reform
A recent debate highlighted more differences in the 10th Congressional District race.
Nonprofits
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As New York City seeks contractors to aid asylum seekers, advocates decry continued mismanagement at shelters
The intake center is short of Spanish-speaking staff and some families are being shuffled between shelters and hotels, Legal Aid said Monday.
Editor's Note
Opinion
Editor’s Note: Penn Station art promises to ‘energize’ trips through the transit hub
Gov. Kathy Hochul’s $22 billion redevelopment plan should do the same for the rest of the station and the area.
New York State
Policy
New York City declares state of emergency over monkeypox – what it means
The declaration is largely intended to send a message to the federal government to release additional vaccines more quickly, officials said.
New York City
Policy
As New York City seeks contractors to aid asylum seekers, advocates decry continued mismanagement at shelters
The intake center is short of Spanish-speaking staff and some families are being shuffled between shelters and hotels, Legal Aid said Monday.
New York City
Politics
Bay Ridge isn’t as conservative as you might think
Democrats have had success recently in the Brooklyn neighborhood – and will play a key role in NY-11.
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