Commentary

Commentary
Build a real firewall between consulting and lobbying
We’re crucifying Trump’s allies for what’s business as usual in Albany.
By ROSS BARKAN
Opinion
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John Liu had been ensnared in a straw-donor scandal that led to the convictions of his campaign treasurer and fundraiser when he ran for mayor in 2013.
Commentary
Democracy vouchers: a better campaign finance reform
Seattle’s system shows how New York should publicly finance campaigns.
By ROSS BARKAN
Opinion
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Department of Investigation Commissioner Mark Peters was fired after an investigation found that he had abused his power, misled the New York City Council and mistreated his employees.
Commentary
De Blasio was justified to fire Peters
The outrage doesn’t match the facts.
By ROSS BARKAN
Opinion
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Public Advocate Letitia James and Senator Brad Hoylman rallied at Bryant Park before marching to Trump Tower demanding the President release his taxes.
Commentary
Make New York City’s public advocate a real job
Subpoena and voting power would grant meaningful oversight ability.
By ROSS BARKAN
Opinion
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Actor Dick Durock as the Swamp Thing.
Commentary
How to avoid becoming an Albany swamp creature
The state Legislature has distorted many politicians’ careers, but freshman state senators have choices.
By BILL HAMMOND
Opinion
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Voters waited in long lines to cast their vote.
Commentary
Repeal and replace the NYC Board of Elections
To fix New York City’s election mess, Albany needs to create a nonpartisan body.
By ROSS BARKAN
Opinion
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Michael Bloomberg
Commentary
Can Michael Bloomberg save the planet?
Competence, climate action and political bravery could be a recipe for success in the White House.
By ANDREW KIRTZMAN
Opinion
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Michael Bloomberg
Commentary
Bloomberg killed New York City’s soul
The mogul’s corporate ideology gutted the city and would do the same to the country.
By KATE ALBRIGHT-HANNA
Opinion
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subway
Commentary
To save money, MTA must reform its contracting process
The transit authority needs competitive bidding.
By ROSS BARKAN
Opinion
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New York City Council Speaker Corey Johnson speaks at a Community Board 2 monthly meeting.
Commentary
To diversify community boards, enact term limits
Mayor Bill de Blasio’s Charter Revision Commission has a good idea for neighborhood democracy.
By ROSS BARKAN
Opinion
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