Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act: Could it Save New York City?
Legislation that would facilitate tenants purchasing the buildings they live in would be a game changer. Don’t miss a rally tomorrow to support it.
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The Media and the NYC Mayoral Race
In contrast to the 2021 mayoral contest, the Post and The Times are mostly sitting out this year’s Democratic primary.
Protesters Say Building New Brooklyn Jail Bound to Fail
The new jail under construction in Downtown Brooklyn is the first of four the City wants to build to replace the Rikers Island jail complex.
AIPAC Lite Targets Shahana Hanif
Pro-Israel group intervenes in contentious Brooklyn city council race.
Rucker Park: From Streetball Jewel to National Treasure
Harlem’s Rucker Park has been designated a national commemorative site for its contribution to Black history and culture.
New Yorkers Shouldn’t Fall for Cuomo Again. Here’s Why.
In case you need a reminder of all the havoc the former governor wreaked on New York.
City Council Progressives Call on Mayor to Uphold NYC’s Sanctuary City Laws
Defenders of NYC’s sanctuary laws say they have promoted public safety, saved the city money, enhanced trust in local government and kept families together and safe.
Immigrant Advocate Ravi Ragbir Receives Two-Month Reprieve, But Future Remains Unclear
For Ragbir, this is another episode in a highly publicized deportation battle that began in 2006.
Policing, Real Estate and NYC’s MAGA Mayor
Could a pardon from Donald Trump revive Adams’ political fortunes?
Columbia & NYU Tax Break Targeted to Repair Disparities Between Private Universities and CUNY
A cross-campus alliance of students is pushing for the REPAIR Act, which would force Columbia and NYU to cough up $327 million in annual property taxes they are currently exempted from.