NYC charter revisions pass despite voter confusion
Leave your thoughtsNew York City residents approved three of Mayor Eric Adams' four charter reforms in last week's election. But how many realized what they were voting for?
Category: Civic Engagement & Voter Power
NYC immigrant groups denounce Trump’s re-election, pledge to protect immigrant communities
Leave your thoughtsIn the wake of Donald Trump being re-elected President of the United States Tuesday, multiple New York City-based immigrant organizations have released statements in which they criticized Trump for his history of anti-immigrant rhetoric and reinforced their missions to protect immigrants from any unconstitutional actions his administration may take to get them deported.
Bronx electeds, immigrant rights groups show disappointment over Trump victory
Leave your thoughtsAs Americans woke up Nov. 6 to the news of another Donald Trump presidency, local elected officials and nonprofit groups expressed disappointment at the result.
Here are how Donald Trump’s promised policy changes could be felt in NYC
Leave your thoughtsDonald Trump is returning to the White House, according to election results from the Associated Press, and he’s promised policy changes in his second term that could be deeply felt in New York.
Elecciones en Estados Unidos: últimas noticias sobre la victoria de Donald Trump
Leave your thoughtsEl líder republicano sobrepasó los 270 votos electorales requeridos para lograr la elección presidencial ante la demócrata, Kamala Harris.
Immigrant Advocates and Faith Leaders Ready Themselves for Possible Trump Return
Leave your thoughtsFacing the potential of renewed Trump-era policies, NYC faith leaders and immigrant groups are revisiting sanctuary policies to safeguard immigrant rights.
Flip it! Make the Road New York rallies Bushwick community for key ballot measures
Leave your thoughtsLast Saturday, a dozen volunteers from immigrant advocacy group Make the Road New York gathered at Bushwick’s Maria Hernandez Park, with banners and signs reading “Vote Yes for Prop One!” and “Defend Democracy in NYC.”
What to Know About New York’s Six Ballot Measures
Leave your thoughtsThe first, Proposition 1, is designed to enshrine abortion rights in the state Constitution. The rest would make changes to New York City’s governing charter.
Los neoyorquinos deben votar SÍ en la Proposición 1
Leave your thoughtsLa aprobación de la Propuesta 1 hará que Nueva York garantice que nuestras leyes protejan a todos por igual.
“Power is Love”: Why Latiné Voters Are Key to Building a Multiracial, Participatory Democracy Where We All Thrive
Leave your thoughtsYesterday marked the end of Latiné Heritage Month. But, between us, with the relentless wave of violent, racist rhetoric targeting the Latiné community right now, who has the energy to celebrate? I’ve been cringing my way through this election season, always on edge, waiting for the next attack.