Commentary

An MTA train conductor watches the platform as a train leaves the station.
Commentary
Don’t block subway automation
A misguided bill would prevent subways from using automation to save money and improve service.
By ALON LEVY
Opinion
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Platform tiles being replaced by MTA employees.
Commentary
The MTA has money now, but how will it be spent?
The state Legislature should impose reforms to the MTA’s late and over-budget practices
By NICOLE GELINAS
Opinion
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The luxurious 432 Park Avenue condominiums in Manhattan.
Commentary
Pied-à-terre tax died for ridiculous reasons
The real estate industry defeated a good proposal with bogus claims.
By BEN ADLER
Opinion
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Mayor Bill de Blasio visits FDNY EMS Station 10 to thank FDNY members for their service in 2014.
Commentary
De Blasio’s mixed record with public sector unions
As the mayor flirts with a 2020 presidential bid, labor leaders raise concerns.
By BOB HENNELLY
Opinion
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Members of the New York state Senate working on the state budget in the Senate Chamber.
Commentary
State budget jeopardized public financing of elections
It shouldn’t be left up to a commission.
By ROSS BARKAN
Opinion
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Micro cellular 3G, 4G, 5G base station.
Commentary
How small-cell and wireless technology can propel NYC despite HQ2 loss
New York needs to develop the infrastructure to support the tech sector
By ANDREW RASIEJ
Opinion
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The late former NYC Parks Commissioner Henry Stern.
Commentary
Henry Stern’s quest for the stars
The former NYC Parks commissioner was brilliant and eccentric
By TOM ALLON
Opinion
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New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio speaks during an event in Des Moines, Iowa.
Commentary
Want to run for president? Quit your day job
New York deserves senators, governors and mayors who are focused on their current position.
By TOM ALLON
Opinion
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Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross testifies during the House Oversight Committee hearing.
Commentary
The Wilbur Ross I know
Based on his effort to influence New York politics, it’s no surprise he’s now condemned for arrogance and dishonesty.
By TOM ALLON
Opinion
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President Donald Trump and White House senior adviser Jared Kushner at the King Abdulaziz Conference Center in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Commentary
The Jared Kushner I know
The real estate scion didn’t succeed in publishing, so making peace in the Middle East might be harder than he thinks.
By TOM ALLON
Opinion
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