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Intro. 1867, which would expand the electorate on municipal ballots by giving voting rights to lawful permanent residents (green card holders) and immigrants authorized to work, has not been resolved…

ByDaniel Parra 2Comments

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Jun 2021

Government

Crowded Field Competes to Represent Brooklyn Waterfront in City Council

The 33rd District stretches along Brooklyn’s East River waterfront, from Greenpoint to Boerum Hill. It straddles an eclectic group of neighborhoods, including Brooklyn Heights, the Brooklyn Navy Yard, and parts…

ByLaura Glesby/Gotham Gazette 0Comments

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Jun 2021

Government

Future of Immigrant Communities the Focus of Brooklyn City Council Race

With Councilmember Carlos Menchaca facing term limits this year, there is a competitive Democratic primary unfolding to replace him in Brooklyn’s 38th District, centered in Red Hook and Sunset Park,…

ByAmanda Salazar/Gotham Gazette 0Comments

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Jun 2021

Government Housing and Homelessness Justice

Advocates Urge NYC to Ban Criminal Background Checks for Apartment Applicants

The Fair Chance for Housing Act would bar landlords and brokers from conducting criminal background checks on prospective tenants, a barrier to housing for the formerly incarcerated and their families.

ByDavid Brand 1Comment

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Jun 2021

Government

Mercedes Narcisse Makes Second Run at Council District 46

The candidate goes up against establishment-backed opponents in the southeastern Brooklyn district.

ByAnnie McDonough/City & State 0Comments

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Jun 2021

Government Justice News Transportation

Five Democrats Look to Flip Queens’ Last GOP Council Seat Blue

Council District 32 has had Republican representation since 2009. Five Democrats are running June 22 for a chance to turn the seat blue, while two Republican candidates hope to keep…

ByDavid Brand 1Comment

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Jun 2021

Government

Close Ally Has Inside Track in Race to Replace North Brooklyn City Council Member

District 34 voters have four candidates to choose from: Jennifer Gutierrez, incumbent Reynoso’s chief of staff; Scott Murphy, a self-described small business owner and volunteer healthcare worker; Andy Marte, an…

ByCarmen Vintro / Gotham Gazette 0Comments

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Jun 2021

Government Health

Crowded City Council Race in Lower Manhattan District Devastated by COVID

Nine Democratic candidates are running in the City Council District 1 primary for a seat based in Lower Manhattan, replacing term-limited Councilmember Margaret Chin.

ByEmma Seiwell / Gotham Gazette 0Comments

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Jun 2021

Government Housing and Homelessness

Carlina Rivera to Face Sole Challenger for Lower Manhattan Seat

Because only two candidates are on the ballot for the June 22 primary election, voters in the district — which includes the Lower East Side, Kips Bay, and Murray Hill…

ByEse Olumhense 13Comments

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May 2021

Government Housing and Homelessness

City Council Votes to Raise Value of Housing Vouchers for Homeless New Yorkers

The City Council voted Thursday to raise the value of municipal rent subsidies for homeless New Yorkers, which advocates say will help thousands of individuals and families secure permanent housing…

ByDavid Brand 14Comments

Bill to Allow Noncitizens to Vote in NYC Elections Languishes, Despite Majority Support

Crowded Field Competes to Represent Brooklyn Waterfront in City Council

Future of Immigrant Communities the Focus of Brooklyn City Council Race

Advocates Urge NYC to Ban Criminal Background Checks for Apartment Applicants

Mercedes Narcisse Makes Second Run at Council District 46

Five Democrats Look to Flip Queens’ Last GOP Council Seat Blue

Close Ally Has Inside Track in Race to Replace North Brooklyn City Council Member

Crowded City Council Race in Lower Manhattan District Devastated by COVID

Carlina Rivera to Face Sole Challenger for Lower Manhattan Seat

City Council Votes to Raise Value of Housing Vouchers for Homeless New Yorkers

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