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Ari Kagan’s exit interview: ‘I’m staying in the Republican Party.’
The outgoing New York City Council member said he has already had many job offers for his next stop.
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In an exit interview, Marjorie Velázquez doesn’t regret Bruckner Boulevard rezoning vote
The outgoing New York City Council member got a lot done in a short time, including permanent outdoor dining.
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Taking on a philanthropic legacy
Julia Bator leads The J.M. Kaplan Fund as its new executive director
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Demystifying New York City’s foster care landscape
Ronald Richter, CEO of the JCCA and former commissioner of the Administration of Children’s Services weighs in on criticism towards New York City’s child welfare systems.
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Helping small businesses thrive in the Bronx
An interview with Rob Walsh, president of the Bronx Economic Development Corporation
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Connecting young people in foster care with a mentor who will stick by them
An interview with Tracy Jenkins, co-executive director of Fair Futures
Personality
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Steve Bellone on how Republicans took over on Long Island
The centrist Democrat will step down as Suffolk County executive at the end of this year. He’s throwing support behind Tom Suozzi and George Latimer on the way out.
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5 things to know about Tom Suozzi
The former congressman is officially running for his old seat.
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Personality
Ensuring continuity for migrant students in New York City schools
As a former teacher, New York City Council Member Rita Joseph knows a thing or two about how to best support students.
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Acacia Network builds on a legacy of Latino pioneers
The Bronx-based organization has preserved and continued the work of activists, community leaders and other nonprofits since it was founded nearly two decades ago.
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Mike Lawler responds to George Santos’ expulsion
Lawler represents a district bordering Santos’ and tried unsuccessfully to get him kicked out of Congress last month. Now, he’s looking ahead to a post-Santos future.
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How George Santos infiltrated the Nassau County GOP
A new book “The Fabulist” explores the “Very American Legend” of the grifter who is now a household name.
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Helping New Yorkers in need of food
An interview with Jilly Stephens, CEO of City Harvest.
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Jerry Nadler’s outgoing chief of staff reflects on polarization, Israel and governing in the ‘Twitter age’
Amy Rutkin has worked in Congress for nearly 25 years. She says she used to have productive relationships with House Republicans’ staffers. That has changed.
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Helping New Yorkers in need of food
An interview with Jilly Stephens, CEO of City Harvest.
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Sue Serino is buzzing with ideas to improve Dutchess County
A Q&A with the former state senator on making the transition from lawmaker to executive.
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Manhattan’s Meatpacking District emerges a pedestrian-oriented neighborhood
Jeffrey LeFrancois, the business improvement district’s executive director, discusses his work on the historic area’s pedestrian-first streetscapes and its resiliency after COVID-19.
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‘Of course’ NYC schools Chancellor David Banks is concerned about the challenge of educating asylum-seeking children
The chancellor also brushed aside censorship concerns about recent guidance sent to teachers in advance of a walkout in support of Gaza, saying “we’re not trying to silence anybody.”
Personality
Personality
Anne Williams-Isom on life at the center of the storm
She has helped children and families thrive her whole career. The influx of migrants is like no challenge she has faced before.
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