Mayor Adams Leaves Immigrants Behind in SOTC Address

Mayor Adams Leaves Immigrants Behind in SOTC Address

Editorial Credit: Roy De La Cruz / shutterstock.com New York, NY—Today, Mayor Eric Adams delivered his fourth State of the City address at the historic Apollo Theater in Harlem. Murad Awawdeh, President and CEO, New York Immigration Coalition: “For centuries, immigrants have powered the economy and culture of New York City – and that longstanding reality is […]

President Jimmy Carter and John Lennon’s “Imagine”: A Reflection on Shared Values

President Jimmy Carter and John Lennon’s “Imagine”: A Reflection on Shared Values

By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial credit: Stefano Chiacchiarini ’74 & Consolidated News Photos / shutterstock.com  President Jimmy Carter, known for his profound commitment to peace, human rights, and global harmony, has often expressed his admiration for John Lennon’s iconic song, Imagine. Released in 1971, the song has become an anthem of hope, advocating for […]

Communities United for Police Reform Responds to Mayor Adams’ 2025 State of The City Address

Communities United for Police Reform Responds to Mayor Adams’ 2025 State of The City Address

(NEW YORK, NY) – In response to Mayor Adams’ annual State of The City,  Communities United for Police Reform (CPR) released the following statement on behalf of CPR Spokesperson, Hassen Bashir, VOCAL-NY, Civil Rights Campaign Coordinator.  “The mayor of New York City has one of the most influential platforms in the world and should use it […]

Attorney General James Stops Text Message Scam Targeting Vulnerable New Yorkers Looking for Remote Job Opportunities

Attorney General James Stops Text Message Scam Targeting Vulnerable New Yorkers Looking for Remote Job Opportunities

Scammers Sent Text Messages Claiming to Help Find Remote Jobs; Tricked New Yorkers into Depositing Hundreds of Thousands of Dollars in Cryptocurrency Accounts   AG James Freezes $2.2 Million Worth of Cryptocurrency, Files Lawsuit to Recover Money for Defrauded New Yorkers  NEW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James today filed a lawsuit to recover $2.2 […]

Mayor Eric Adams to Deliver ‘State of the City’ as Federal Corruption Trial, Primary Election Loom

Mayor Eric Adams to Deliver ‘State of the City’ as Federal Corruption Trial, Primary Election Loom

By Katie Honan, THE CITY | Editorial credit: Ron Adar / shutterstock.com  The mayor is expected to focus on his old standbys: crime and housing. Mayor Eric Adams will present his fourth State of the City speech Thursday at the historic Apollo Theater in Harlem, attempting to highlight his administration’s wins even as he faces […]

Remembering President Jimmy Carter

Remembering President Jimmy Carter

By Center for American Progress | Editorial credit: Nir Levy / shutterstock.com As the nation observes a day of mourning for President Jimmy Carter, we honor his extraordinary life and legacy. Following the announcement of his passing at the age of 100, Patrick Gaspard, president and CEO of the Center for American Progress, released the following statement: […]