Some New Yorkers are indifferent about the upcoming election this fall, saying they either don’t know who the candidates are or don’t follow local politics enough to care.
Budget
Housing Advocates See Meager Gains, Some Threats in State Budget
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There is a $15 million allocation for rental subsidies and a modest allocation for NYCHA, but also language on state oversight that concerns some advocates.
BRONX BUREAU
Sepúlveda Not a ‘County Guy’ But is County’s Pick for Vacant Bronx Senate Seat
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The Bronx Democrat has broken with the country organization more than once. But he is still in line for a promotion to the legislature’s upper house come April.
BROOKLYN BUREAU
Watch and Listen: Andrew Gounardes Takes a Second Shot at Unseating GOP Senator
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From high-school intern to novice candidate six years ago to this year’s run for the 22nd district, the Brooklyn attorney has been trying to get a Democrat into Martin Golden’s seat for a long time.
Affordable Housing
Cuomo and De Blasio: Political Foes … but Affordable Housing Partners?
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The mayor has proposed 300,000 affordable units. The governor 112,000 such homes. It turns out the plans will overlap, reflecting the realities of construction costs and creating a joint legacy for the rival leaders.
bus
Will Fixes for the NYC Bus System Arrive Faster Than NYC Buses Do?
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The mayor has proposed expanded select bus service. The roll-out is too slow for many advocates. Meanwhile, bus drivers say increased bus-lane enforcement is necessary.
buses
MTA’s Bus Plan Will Rethink Routes, Target Congestion
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The authority’s chairman gave a few hints about what the forthcoming ‘bus action plan’ will look like.
Video: War Vet Dem Trying to Flip NYC’s Lone ‘Red’ Congressional Seat Blue
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Max Rose has money and backing but faces unfriendly political history. Watch an interview with the candidate.
assembly
Voters in Queens Assembly District Could See a Rarity in September: A Contested Race!
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For only the second time in a decade, voters in the Assembly district covering parts of the Corona, Elmhurst, and Jackson Heights neighborhoods could see a contested race in the fall, though not in an April special election.
Max & Murphy: Jumaane Williams on his Run for Lt. Governor
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The Brooklyn Councilmember discusses his run for statewide office, his critique of Gov. Cuomo, his record on reproductive rights and marriage equality, and the state of the Council’s progressive caucus.
education
De Blasio Opens a New Front as First-Term Battles Grind On
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Bill de Blasio’s state of the city address didn’t drop any novel ideas on NYCHA, homelessness, education, jobs or other big-ticket items. The mayor instead focused new energy on making the city’s democracy stronger.