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fromBrooklyn Eagle
4 days ago

Met Council honors Councilmember Zhuang as champion for public health

"The Met Council has a long history of helping the hungry, the poor, and people of any background. I know I can call on the Met Council when anyone needs help," said Councilmember Zhuang.
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fromNew York Post
5 days ago

GOP fights to flip NY Senate seat in Tuesday special election after Trump won big in blue territory

Republicans aim to gain a state Senate seat in a Brooklyn district with a strong Trump following.
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fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 week ago

PREMIUMBrooklyn's Senate District 22 special election is on May 20! Here's what you need to know

Sam Sutton is the frontrunner in the race for New York State Senate District 22.
The special election is set for May 20, filling a significant political vacancy.
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 week ago

Thomas Jefferson Democratic Club bids farewell to Canarsie space ahead of Mill Basin move * Brooklyn Paper

This is it. Let me tell you a little history here. In July 1965, I had the pleasure of being 18 years old and sitting right there as we bought this building.
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fromGothamist
2 weeks ago

Brooklyn bike lane stokes court battle between opponents in upcoming primary

The bike lane in Hasidic Brooklyn ignites legal conflicts between candidates Lincoln Restler and Sabrina Gates over campaign ethics and community safety concerns.
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fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 weeks ago

State Sen. Roxanne Persaud boosts profile of Cuomo in South Brooklyn with her endorsement

Andrew Cuomo secures key endorsements from Brooklyn's political leaders as he campaigns for mayor.
fromBKReader
3 weeks ago

Meet Your Candidates: Inna Vernikov And Ari Kagan Run For City Council District 48

Kagan has expressed frustrations with how politicians ignored his community, while Vernikov proudly highlights her achievements in addressing voting reforms and antisemitism.
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fromAol
1 month ago

NYC pol accused of blocking critics from posting on her social media and dares naysayer to take her to court: 'Not democratic'

Brooklyn Assembly member Emily Gallagher is accused of censoring critics on social media, raising First Amendment concerns.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
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Exclusive | NYC pol accused of blocking critics from posting on her social media and dares naysayer to take her to court: 'Not democratic'

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fromAol
1 month ago

NYC pol accused of blocking critics from posting on her social media and dares naysayer to take her to court: 'Not democratic'

Brooklyn Assembly member Emily Gallagher is accused of censoring critics on social media, raising First Amendment concerns.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
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Exclusive | NYC pol accused of blocking critics from posting on her social media and dares naysayer to take her to court: 'Not democratic'

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fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Exclusive | NYPD chief suing councilwoman who bit him at protest despite 'healing' meeting

Councilwoman Susan Zhuang may face civil court over alleged assault on NYPD chief despite criminal charges being dismissed.
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fromBrooklyn Paper
2 months ago

Brooklyn GOP seat swaps could pave way for Ari Kagan's return to city council * Brooklyn Paper

Ari Kagan aims for a political comeback by running for the District 48 City Council seat amid seat swaps within Brooklyn's Republican party.
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fromGothamist
2 months ago

Brooklyn elections boss promotes fundraiser for Anthony Weiner in NYC Council race

Frank Seddio's fundraiser for Anthony Weiner raises ethical concerns regarding the influence of election officials on political campaigns.
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fromBrooklyn Paper
3 months ago

MCNY exhibit invites visitors to cast a vote for Shirley Chisholm, explore Brooklyn pol's legacy * Brooklyn Paper

The exhibit celebrating Shirley Chisholm's legacy features interactive displays and runs until July 20, allowing visitors to engage with her historic contributions.
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