‘The MTA doesn’t have a funding crisis now,’ says infrastructure expert Nicole Gelinas.
Andrew Cuomo
Max & Murphy: Former ‘Cuse Mayor Miner Sizes Up Possible Gov Run
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The two-term mayor of New York’s fifth-largest city talks about the Eric Schneiderman fallout, her record in City Hall, the connection between voting obstacles and public corruption and whether or not she’ll challenge Andrew Cuomo.
Criminal Justice
Max & Murphy: A Staten Island Republican Talks Secession, Taxes and Trump
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Councilmember Joseph Borelli, who represents the southern tip of Staten Island, is one of just three Republicans on 51-member the City Council.
Brooklyn
Max & Murphy: Brooklyn BP Adams Undecided on Gov Pick, Hints at Mayoral Pitch
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The borough president explained why he defends Mayor de Blasio, how he feels about Albany’s treatment of Brooklyn compared with other boroughs, and what his approach would be if he wins City Hall.
campaign
Max & Murphy: Progressive Advocate Says WFP is in ‘Must Win’ Battle
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Stanley Fritz, who leads New York City campaigns for Citizen Action, says the Cynthia Nixon race is critical for the Working Families Party and the future of issues like bail reform, reducing wage inequality and strengthening unions.
campaign finance
Max & Murphy: Top Good Gov’t Advocate Sees New Hope for Reform in Albany
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Susan Lerner of Common Cause says next week’s special elections will reflect some of the deep flaws in the state’s political system. But she feels the momentum for change is growing.
ccop
Max & Murphy: NYCHA Tenant Leader Demands a Place at the Table
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Citywide Council of Presidents chair Danny Barber has sued to get an independent monitor appointed to oversee NYCHA. But as he tells the Max & Murphy podcast, what his organization wants most of all is a voice in the authority’s decision making.
Max & Murphy Podcasts
Max & Murphy: Marc Molinaro Announces Bid for Governor
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Max & Murphy take their show on the road to hear the Dutchess County executive announce his bid for governor.
Bill de Blasio
Max & Murphy: First Lady Chirlane McCray on ThriveNYC, the Press, the Mayor and Her Future
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The first lady, who is heavily involved in the multi-faceted effort to improve mental-healthcare in New York, says she has put running for office herself ‘on the list’ of potential next acts.
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
Max & Murphy: Nonprofit Developer, Gowanus Advocate & Rezoning Dissenter Michelle de la Uz
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Many of the defining policy storylines of today’s New York are, in one or more ways, on the plate of the Fifth Avenue Committee’s executive director, who is also on the City Planning Commission.