Bronx Residents Ache for an Escape from NYC

With an overwhelming majority of Bronx voters expressing a desire to leave New York entirely, compared to a lesser percentage of voters statewide, it raises concerns about the county’s influential figure, Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie. The survey conducted by Unite NY, a nonpartisan organization focused on voter issues, reveals that a dysfunctional government is a …

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July 11, 2023: Compilation of Letters to the Editor

An Urgent Call for Action: Addressing the Flaws in New York State’s Justice System The current situation in the New York state Legislature necessitates immediate attention and reform. The prevailing practice of leniency towards criminals while hindering the effectiveness of law enforcement and prosecutors is proving to be ineffective, perpetuating a system that fails to …

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Heastie’s “Raise the Age” Initiative Deserves Blame

New York City’s annual July 4th tradition of increased gun violence has unfortunately continued this year, with a concerning twist: both the victims and the shooters are getting younger. Despite increased efforts to curb gun violence, shootings have persisted over the holiday weekend, including a brazen daylight shootout in the Bronx where a 17-year-old was …

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