CITY WIRE: THE BLOG
After Iowa: Debates & Voting Dates Until New York
Gotham Gazette |
Is there life after Iowa and New Hampshire? The primary and caucus calendar says there is.
CITY WIRE: THE BLOG
Political Junkies! If the Iowa Caucuses Aren’t Enough for You …
Gotham Gazette |
Yes, the fate of the U.S. could rest on the outcome in the Hawkeye State Monday night. But the fight for control of the New York State Senate and the future of Mayor de Blasio’s housing plans will also be shaped by events this week.
CITY WIRE: THE BLOG
City Council Announces Bill to Increase Pay, Reform Position
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Instead of sticking with a commission’s recommendation of a $138,315 salary for Council members, up from $112,500, the legislation being introduced will outline a salary of $148,500.
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Just Ahead of Oversight Hearing, City Announces Ethnic Media Plan
Gotham Gazette |
New York has about 95 ethnic newspapers with a combined circulation of 2.9 million people, but, in the past, city government has largely relied on English-language publications. Is that changing?
CITY WIRE: THE BLOG
City Council Members Move to Improve Tampon Access
Gotham Gazette |
The proposed legislation would make them readily available for free in public schools, shelters, and correctional facilities across New York City. It’d also support an ongoing effort to eliminate taxes on such products.
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De Blasio Heads to Albany to Fund Agenda, Fight Cuts
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Thirteen days after his most recent visit, Mayor Bill de Blasio heads back to Albany Tuesday morning to testify about the city’s needs and progress, and to evaluate Governor Andrew Cuomo’s Executive Budget.
CITY WIRE: THE BLOG
The Week Ahead in New York Politics
Gotham Gazette |
Mayor de Blasio heads to Albany. The City Council considers criminal justice reform. What else is on the agenda this week?
