New York has significant wealth, ranking as the tenth largest economy globally, yet it suffers from extreme wealth inequality. The state reflects diversity combined with severe segregation. Although New York has enacted comprehensive climate legislation, it fails to meet its deadlines while providing support to industries damaging the environment. The reduction of local news outlets over the past two decades has led to increased opacity in governance. A nonprofit news organization aims to illuminate these issues, exposing power dynamics and promoting accountability through investigative journalism that impacts policy and legislation.
New York is home to fabulous wealth but also the highest rate of wealth inequality, characterized by a stark contrast between diversity and segregation.
Despite passing the nation's most ambitious climate law, New York struggles to meet its deadlines and continues to subsidize industries exacerbating the climate crisis.
The number of local news outlets in New York has been nearly halved over the last two decades, hindering transparency and empowering elected officials.
Journalism scrutinizes how power operates within the state, revealing how decisions influence the lives of ordinary New Yorkers.
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