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Mayor Uses the ‘H’ Word for Lander: ‘Hypocrite’

By Gersh Kuntzman | Apr 23, 2021 | No Comments

Well, it does take one to know one.

This thing could use a stylish cap. Photo: Wikimedia Commons

OPINION: The Time To Cap the Cross Bronx Is Now

By Ed García Conde | Apr 23, 2021 | No Comments

President Biden's infrastructure bill creates an opening for rectifying a deadly historical wrong.

Council Member Brad Lander. File photo: Stephen Miller

BRAD LANDER SPEAKS: ‘I’m Giving Up My Placard and Will Stop Driving So Much’

By Brad Lander | Apr 23, 2021 | No Comments

"Accountability is hard. But it’s the only way we get better," says the lead-footed lawmaker.

Politicians talk a lot about speed cameras — a montage.

Friday’s Headlines: Brad Lander’s Brad Lander Moment Edition

By Gersh Kuntzman | Apr 23, 2021 | No Comments

The Brooklyn Council Member racked up seven speeding tickets since late 2019. That's a lot. Here's why it's not as bad as it looks — plus the rest of yesterday's news.

The Krebs Cycle: Brooklyn Council candidate Justin Krebs has been biking every block in his district. This is Ocean Parkway. Photo: Gersh Kuntzman

OPINION: What I’ve Learned Biking Every Block in My District

By Justin Krebs | Apr 23, 2021 | No Comments

Brooklyn City Council candidate Justin Krebs is riding and walking more than 120 miles to gain a feel for each street's issues.

The need for a true open streets program sped right past Shaun Donovan's presser on Thursday.

Mayoral Hopeful Donovan: City’s Open Streets Program is ‘Failing’ Due to De Blasio Incompetence

By Gersh Kuntzman | Apr 22, 2021 | No Comments

"Open streets are failing to achieve their fullest potential — not even close," the candidate said.

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