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David Cruz

is the former editor of Norwood News, covering the Bronx.

Interviews & Profiles

Personality

The evolution of Ritchie Torres

“I didn’t leave the progressive movement; the progressive movement left me.”

Albany Agenda

Politics

Will Manhattan Democratic Party boss Keith Wright start a political dynasty or trigger a rebellion?

Wright’s son is running to represent the 70th Assembly District, and the primary election could become a proxy battle for Wright’s rivals in the county party.

New York City

Politics

Who will be next to lead the Bronx?

With unexpected retirements, the competition for borough president and Democratic party chair takes shape.

Andrew Cuomo

Personality

Son of a preacher man

Ruben Diaz Jr. has chipped away at some of the Bronx’s nagging stereotypes, and is hoping to replicate these successes citywide as he runs for mayor. And you can bet he’ll use his greatest asset: a natural, affable charm. Early on, he is lagging on fundraising and name recognition – but perhaps his biggest challenge is the behavior of his father, the Rev. Rubén Díaz Sr.

New York City

Politics

Will the Bronx elect a cowboy-hatted congressman?

Four candidates have already declared for the Democratic primary to replace Rep. José E. Serrano, which will be held next summer and, much to the surprise of outsiders, New York City Councilman Rubén Díaz Sr. may be a serious contender.

New York City

Policy

Everything that could derail the new Bronx Metro-North stations

Lawmakers across the Bronx and Westchester County came to an agreement with the MTA, Amtrak and Empire State Development that will lead to the construction of four new Metro-North stations in the east Bronx.

Criminal Justice

Policy

Darcel Clark backs off of challenge to immigrant rights’ ruling

Bronx District Attorney Darcel Clark would have made political enemies and strange bedfellows had she pursued the case.

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