The Deterioration of NYC Could Tarnish Eric Adams and Kathy Hochul’s Legacies

In 1975, during a time of financial crisis in New York City, President Gerald Ford callously responded to their plea for help by essentially telling them to “Drop Dead.” This incident is reminiscent of President Biden snubbing Governor Hochul when she visited the White House to seek federal assistance for the illegal-immigrant crisis. The New …

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City Council Urged to Take a Brief Time-Out

On Monday afternoon, the City Council committee will vote on the duration of the “special permit” extension for Madison Square Garden (MSG) to continue operating above Penn Station. In this regard, it is recommended to grant a short-term extension for several reasons. This month, the MTA, NJ Transit, and Amtrak raised concerns about the evacuation …

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Runaway MTA Overtime Costs: A Modern-Day Great Train Robbery

“The Great Train Robbery: Back for More” – An Empire Center Report Reveals Alarming $1.3 Billion MTA Overtime Expenses As commuters brace themselves for higher fares and drivers face the burden of congestion tolls, a recent Empire Center report sheds light on the shocking $1.3 billion paid in overtime by the MTA last year. This …

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July 2, 2023: A Collection of Letters to the Editor

The Unfair Burden on Motorists Driving on New York highways and city streets can often feel like navigating the treacherous terrain of the moon. The condition of the roads is abysmal and filled with potholes, as Michael Goodwin pointed out in his article “Another Pothole on the Road to Ruin.” Motorists already bear the burden …

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Congestion Pricing Scheme: An Obstacle Towards NYC’s Decline

The introduction of congestion pricing in Manhattan is being hailed as a plan to reduce traffic, but in reality, it is yet another blow to the city. While thousands of families have already left for safer and cleaner areas, charging people more to enter the city will discourage even more from coming. Governor Phil Murphy …

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