Soup kitchens and pantries will get surplus food the feds bought to help farmers hurt by the presidents tariffs. But other federal food policies, like cuts to SNAP, continue to…
Census data show just how many immigrant New Yorkers—and how many New York neighborhoods—could be harmed if the proposed ‘public charge’ rule is adopted.
‘Make no mistake about it: If this proposal is implemented as proposed, it will increase poverty – and the worst symptoms of poverty such as hunger, homelessness, and early deaths…
‘It’s time for New York City to establish a full-scale immigrant health program, modeled on the success of ActionHealth and similar initiatives elsewhere.’
Zephyr Teachout sounds a lot like an average American – like someone too disillusioned to bother voting. But since she’s actually running to be Attorney General, we’ve put together a…
‘Instead of showing sensitivity to the needs of my community—and an appreciation for the contributions we have made to this country—President Trump has chosen to attack us.’
‘In this moment, it’s worth repeating: We need action. Words of support for immigrants and people of color in this moment are nice, but they will not be enough.’
‘The city and state will have to work harder – and increase their level of collaboration – in order to continue financing tens of thousands of affordable homes each year.’