Why did the Working Families Party endorse Cynthia Nixon early? And what will their backing, and the governor’s anger over it, mean for Nixon, the campaign and the party itself?
crime
Video Brief: Do ‘Violent Criminals’ Need to be a Bigger Part of Justice Reform?
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The consensus that the criminal justice system needs some kind of reform is shared across much of the political spectrum. But the reform push usually focuses on ‘non-violent’ offenders. Does that make sense?
HEALTH and ENVIRONMENT
Video: Your 2-Minute Briefing on the NYC Bus System
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What’s wrong with the city’s buses? What’s right with them?
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.
BROOKLYN BUREAU
Video: Council’s Lancman on Next Steps to Close Rikers
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Also: Marking the anniversary of Malcolm X’s death.
Multimedia
Video: Jumaane Williams on His Arrest & Possible Statewide Run; Tom Robbins on Wayne Barrett’s Legacy
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Talking to a potential future lieutenant governor. Remembering a legendary investigative journalist. And equipping local football fans to enjoy a playoff weekend where they’ve no horse in the race.
Homepage Featured
Video: Two NYCHA Tenants Say Lead is Not Their Top Concern
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Residents of developments in Brooklyn and Manhattan say leaks, mildew and other problems are the daily concern of their neighbors in the beleaguered public-housing authority.
campaign
Election Eve with Max & Murphy: 10 Things for All Voters to Remember
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In their first live show and their video debut, Max and Murphy gave their takes on 10 Things NYC Voters Should Think About On Election Day.
albanese
Video: Sal Albanese Outlines His Plan for Closing Rikers
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Albanese described a plan that revolved around thinning out the population on the island and then closing the facilities there that displayed the worst conditions.
Election 2017
Video: Why the Brooklyn DA Race Really, Really Matters
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Of all the contests facing city voters this election year, the race for Brooklyn District Attorney will give its winner greater power over the daily lives of a larger number of people than any post on the ballot other than mayor.