bo dietl
Another Noisy Mayoral Debate, Terror Plot Details Emerge: Headlines for Nov. 2
Jarrett Murphy |
And former de Blasio donor Jona Rechnitz sees his credibility under withering assault.
Campaign 2017: The Policy Shop
A Roadmap to the Transit Issues Facing the Next City Hall
Jarrett Murphy |
During the 2017 campaign, the candidates for mayor have each highlighted a few transportation issues. Advocates say a much longer list of transit challenges and decisions will confront whoever is in City Hall come January 1.
Government
De Blasio’s Record on Inequality
Gotham Gazette |
Whether it’s affordable housing, sustainability, economic development, community infrastructure, or education, the administration has sought to build equity, though de Blasio has at times been accused of not going far enough by those who had immense expectations of him.
Campaign 2017 Newswire
Terror Attack Confirmed: Malliotakis Says Stop CFB Payments to de Blasio: Headlines for Nov. 1
Jarrett Murphy |
Plus, a look at Mayor de Blasio’s record on inequality.
CITY WIRE: THE BLOG
Mayor on National TV After Attack; Final Debate Tonight: Official Schedules for November 1
City Limits |
Meanwhile, the Council speaker meets with parents on cyberbullying.
CityViews: An Uneven Recovery from the Great Recession Widens Racial Gaps
Apurva Mehrotra |
‘It’s clear from census data that the efforts to reduce economic inequality and promote upward mobility must not only be sustained but expanded on.’
debate
Preview: A Debate in the Wake of Corruption Allegations and a Terrorist Attack
Jarrett Murphy |
Wednesday’s final mayoral debate comes after tumultuous days for the mayor’s campaign and a tragedy for the city.
Government
Ritchie Torres Takes National Image, Support for NYCHA Development into Speaker Bid
Willa Rubin and Max Zahn |
Much of Torres’ legislative record fits easily with his profile as a millennial progressive. But on public housing, his bread-and-butter issue, Torres has departed from some progressive allies in supporting controversial elements of Next Generation NYCHA.
Election 2017
Your Guide to Who is Running in Every 2017 Race
City Limits |
From the race for mayor to the contests for Council, from borough president to district attorney, be it a judicial race or the run for a vacant state legislative seat, we’ve got it covered.
CITY WIRE: THE BLOG
Some Call it Halloween, Others ‘Special Person Day’: Official Schedules for Oct. 31
City Limits |
Sal Albanese has a court hearing. The Council has a stated meeting. The mayor marches in a parade. Then kids with plastic swords come to your house and take candy from you.
CITY VIEWS: OPINIONS and ANALYSIS
CityViews: Congestion Pricing Isn’t Regressive—Failing to Fix Transit Is
Nick Sifuentes |
‘The reality is that both the millionaire’s tax and the congestion pricing proposal have merit—but the mayor’s specious argument that congestion pricing is regressive does not.’
Campaign 2017 Newswire
Citizens Union Disses Bill as Bernie Commutes With Him: Campaign Headlines for Oct. 31
Jarrett Murphy |
Meanwhile, Jona Rechnitz keeps testifying.
CITY VIEWS: OPINIONS and ANALYSIS
Assembly Dem: So Far, City & State Steps to Protect Affordable Housing Aren’t Enough
Walter Mosley |
‘Tackling the problems of gentrification and displacement is going to require all of us,’ the assemblymember argues in an op-ed.
CITY WIRE: THE BLOG
De Blasio Feels the Bern as Albanese Calls for Special Prosecutor: Campaign Schedule for Oct. 30
City Limits |
Plus, a key City Council hearing on bullying.
CITY WIRE: THE BLOG
Mayor Dismisses Questions About Corruption Scandal, and other Oct. 30 Campaign Headlines
Jarrett Murphy |
Is ‘nobody cares’ the heart of de Blasio’s defense? Plus, a look at his housing plan and a tight Council race in Queens.
CITY WIRE: THE BLOG
City Hall in Brooklyn Rolls On; Malliotakis Talks with Tucker: Schedules for Oct. 27
City Limits |
9:00 AM — Lieutenant Governor Hochul highlights need for women in leadership roles at 13th Annual CUNY Women’s Leadership Conference. Hunter College, Kaye Playhouse, 695 Park Avenue, Manhattan. 9:00 AM — Assemblywoman Nicole Malliotakis, the Republican nominee for mayor greets voters. 116th Street & Lexington Avenue, Manhattan. 9:00 AM – Small Business Services Commissioner Bishop, […]
CITY WIRE: THE BLOG
Bill’s Bundler Testifies, Malliotakis Eyes Property Taxes: Campaign Headlines for Oct. 27
Jarrett Murphy |
Plus, the dollar figures on Gov. Cuomo’s past support for the MTA. Or lack thereof.
Affordable Housing
Breaking Down De Blasio’s Expanded Housing Plan
Jarrett Murphy |
Basically, it’s a much bigger version of the 2014 plan that the mayor revised earlier this year to serve more low-income people.
CITY WIRE: THE BLOG
Data Drop: Who are the Top Donors in Campaign 2017?
Jarrett Murphy |
It’s less than two weeks from Election Day, and campaign 2017 is shaping up to be one of the cheapest in modern New York City history. But that doesn’t mean some individual donors have not been very generous.
CITY WIRE: THE BLOG
City Hall Rally, GOP Nominee Talks Taxes, De Blasio Team Does Brooklyn: Official Schedules for Oct. 26
City Limits |
Plus, six Council committees meet.
CITY WIRE: THE BLOG
Bo Dietl’s Uphill Battle, the East-Side’s Shrinking Sea Barrier & More: Headlines for Oct. 26
Jarrett Murphy |
Plus, new research on the city’s growing tab for retiree healthcare.
Your Voters’ Toolkit: The City Limits/Gotham Gazette/WNYC Voters’ Guide
City Limits |
All the races. All the questions. And where the citywide candidates stand on key issues.
CITY WIRE: THE BLOG
A Nearly Overwhelming Number of City Hall Events in Brooklyn: Official Schedules for Oct. 25
City Limits |
The de Blasio administration’s City Hall in Your Borough series continues. Like, big time.
Campaign 2017 Newswire
Mayor’s Police Policy & NY’s Three Ballot Questions are in the Spotlight: Campaign Headlines for Oct. 25
Jarrett Murphy |
Plus, a speaker candidate clarifies his views on gay rights and abortion.
Affordable Housing
De Blasio is Pressed to Use More Federal Tools Against Homelessness
Jarrett Murphy |
The mayor unlocked a door between homeless shelters and public housing that his predecessor had closed. Some advocates want de Blasio to open it event wider.
Aging
Election 2017 Policy Brief: What Problems and Potential Will Result from NYC’s Aging?
Jarrett Murphy |
The fact that New York City’s future will be grayer doesn’t mean the city will look a massive old-age home. But there will be significant impacts and challenges.
CITY WIRE: THE BLOG
Transit Feud Worsens as Experts Weigh In on De Blasio’s Jobs Record: Campaign Headlines for Oct. 24
Jarrett Murphy |
Plus … who exactly are ‘the Dreamers’?
CITY WIRE: THE BLOG
Commission Votes, Residents Protest and Bingo is Called: Political Events for Oct. 24
City Limits |
Plus a City Council hearing on seniors in NYCHA.
Campaign 2017: The Policy Shop
Mayor De Blasio’s Record on Ethics and Transparency
Gotham Gazette |
From our 2017 election coverage partners: De Blasio rode into power promising the most transparent administration in the city’s history, but his nearly four years in office have been marked by continuing questions and controversies over both his administration’s opaqueness and ethics.
Election 2017
Max & Murphy: The Mayoral Candidates You Haven’t Heard Enough About
Jarrett Murphy |
There are seven people on the November 7 ballot for mayor. Four managed to get a spot on the stage of a televised debate. But Akeem Browder, Aaron Commey and Michael Tolkin have had to find other ways to make their cases.
