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Opinion: For a More Equitable Supportive Housing Workforce, Promote From Within

“Black New Yorkers are disproportionately affected by homelessness, making up 58 percent of shelter residents; 80 percent of the workers caring for these individuals are women of color, yet the…

Education Opinion

Opinion: New York State Needs Comprehensive Sex Ed

“More than 8 out of 10 parents want their kids to get sex education in middle and high school and for their children to learn all things related to STIs,…

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Opinion: Cutting Expensive Middle-Men Out of Home Care Will Save New York Billions

“As our older population grows, we must make sure every valuable state dollar is spent directly on the care our constituents need—not siphoned off by private companies that do not…

Economy Labor Opinion

Opinion: Struggling NYC Delivery Workers Finally Got a Raise—And App Companies Are Punishing Us For It

“Delivery work is very dangerous, and we have virtually no protections. The very least app companies can do is promote tipping by making it an up-front, clear option for customers.”

Government Opinion Politics

Opinion: Latoya Joyner’s Open Seat and the Importance of the Latino Vote

“Even now one thing is certain: Bronx Democrats will not be able to ignore the importance of the Latino vote in this district and the all-important matter of due political…

Government Housing and Homelessness Opinion Politics

Opinion: Strengthen the Housing Credit to Fight New York’s Affordability Crisis

“With rents on the rise and housing in short supply, this is one of the nation’s most effective weapons in the fight against a crisis that remains stubbornly severe.”

Housing and Homelessness Opinion

Opinion: Building a Better New York for Renters

“Vulnerable New Yorkers are suffering from predatory landlords, an overburdened court system, and an economy that continues to sideline them. They deserve better from their city.”

Government Justice Opinion

Opinion: Unearthing the NYPD’s Secrets

“We need transparency to deter government abuses of these dangerous technologies and hold governments accountable when they break the law. Yet, many government agencies, including NYPD, refuse to provide this…

Government Housing and Homelessness Land Use and Development Opinion

Opinion: Build Housing Where We Need it Most

“Allowing new housing development—in conjunction with other measures to protect tenants and make New York more affordable—is how our city can survive and thrive in the years to come.”

Government Health Opinion

Opinion: As NYS Faces Budget Deficit, Protect the Health Care Approaches That Work

“During times of austerity, there are always some who wish to undermine [Managed Long Term Care (MLTC)] programs. That would be extremely detrimental for tens of thousands of vulnerable New…

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