Why advocates say Prop. 2 is trash
The ballot measure is a case study in why you need to research even seemingly innocuous ballot measures.
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A NYer's guide to election volunteering this fall
How to take a bus to a swing state or just text from the comfort of your couch
Biden’s plan for undocumented spouses could reduce New York City poverty
We’re looking at potentially some 100,000 longtime residents of the state gaining access to permanent status.
You, yes you, can — and should — weigh in on the New York City Charter
The charter is better than the dumb ol’ Constitution because it’s got that New York flavor, but Eric Adams is messing with it.
The 2024 guide to NYC protest safety
Some facts on the ground have changed since 2020 — here's what you need to know to keep yourselves and each other safe out there.
Why do people call asylum-seekers 'migrants' and not 'immigrants'?
Our columnists tackle a reader question on the terminology of the migrant crisis
Participatory budgeting can’t fix your sewer, but it’s time to vote anyway
This is the week to exert your civic power over how your district is spending (some of) its infrastructure money.