Commentary

Yonkers' City Hall.
Commentary
Yonkers overturns term limits – and the voters’ will
Power brokers extended the limit to three terms.
By PHIL REISMAN
Opinion
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New York state is much more likely than congressional Democrats to beat Trump in court.
Commentary
New York will get Trump’s tax returns
The state is much more likely than congressional Democrats to beat Trump in court.
By SCOTT LEMIEUX
Opinion
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A Brooklyn public school.
Commentary
A better plan for black and Hispanic NYC high school students
The vast majority don’t go to specialized high schools. Here’s how the city can boost the rest.
By RAYMOND DOMANICO
Opinion
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Brownstones near Prospect Park.
Commentary
New York City’s Rent Guidelines Board should freeze rents
Renters are already overburdened and their incomes are stagnant.
By ANTONIO REYNOSO, ZELLNOR MYRIE
Opinion
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New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio.
Commentary
Why Bill de Blasio wouldn’t make a good president
His record as mayor doesn’t have a policy theme: It’s just a mishmash.
By NICOLE GELINAS
Opinion
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New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio.
Commentary
De Blasio should run for president
He has an impressive record of achievement for working class New Yorkers
By KATE ALBRIGHT-HANNA
Opinion
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A natural gas pipeline.
Commentary
'Beneficial electrification' doesn’t benefit consumers or environment
Making heat from dirty electricity instead of gas benefits no one.
By JONATHAN LESSER
Opinion
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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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