The Litigator: How Letitia James gave the public advocate’s office some teethAs far back as she can remember, Public Advocate Letitia “Tish” James was a negotiator. Growing up in Brooklyn as one of eight children, she negotiated on behalf of her sisters and on behalf of her brothers. Eventually, she says, she started… Apr 27 17April 27, 2017Article at City & State
Who is vying to replace NYC’s Bloomberg in 2013?( / AP) NEW YORK — New York City’s 2013 mayoral race doesn’t fully kick off until after voters are done picking a president. But some of the city’s top political players are already jockeying for position, preparing to introduce themselves to voters… Sep 30 12September 30, 2012Article at The Associated Press
9/11 families upset over ground zero museum delays( / AP) NEW YORK — They were promised a place to mourn their loved ones, display their photographs and educate their children and the children of strangers about exactly what was lost on 9/11. But today, family members of those killed have no… May 18 12May 18, 2012Article at The Associated Press
Amid woes, NY comptroller talking like candidate NEW YORK — City Comptroller John Liu knows that plenty of people are predicting his political breakdown, saying that with his campaign finances under federal investigation there’s no way he can become the next mayor of the nation’s largest city. And… Mar 25 12March 25, 2012Article at The Associated Press
AP Interview: NYC comptroller defends fundraising, treasurer amid investigation It has become a piece of generally held wisdom in New York political circles: City Comptroller John Liu has lost any shot of becoming mayor in 2013 amid a federal investigation into his fundraising practices that has led to two… Mar 19 12March 19, 2012Article at WNYC
Advocates fear NYC policy could push homeless singles onto streets NEW YORK — The local shelter may not always have enough beds, but the nation's unmarried and childless homeless haven't had to prove that it's their only option when they show up at the door. That could change under a policy proposed by New York… Dec 08 11December 08, 2011Article at The Associated Press
The mayor and his money: In NYC trial, defense highlights Bloomberg's billions — and his power NEW YORK -- Mayor Michael Bloomberg is not on trial. But the defense in the case of a former operative accused of stealing more than $1 million from the billionaire has turned the focus to him -- and to his money. The lawyers… Oct 09 11October 09, 2011Article at The Associated Press
U.S. cities using tech to cull ideas from citizensBy SAMANTHA GROSSAssociated PressNEW YORK - In a city of millions, how many people go knocking on the door of City Hall?Most citizens know that, at least in theory, they can bring their problems and ideas to elected officials. But in reality,… Feb 21 11February 21, 2011Article at The Associated Press
In growing state, Floridians must learn to live differentlyDESTIN, FL (AP) Robert Sheriff’s 15-mi. commute to work takes him 45 minutes — on a good day.When hotel guests ask the front-desk clerk when the stop-and-go-traffic on the beach town’s one main road lets up, he tells them: it doesn’t.And if they want… Aug 01 05August 01, 2005Article at The Associated Press
Lobbyists in the Lobby: Lawmaking becomes spectator sport in final days of session TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) _ State lawmakers who sit for hours voting for bill after bill in the final days of the legislative session have become players of sorts in their own particular game _ with their own spectators. Lobbyists have converged on the… May 04 05May 04, 2005Article at The Associated Press
Emotions run over in lawmakers' right-to-die debateTALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) _ She's known for her sharp wit and no-nonsense tone, but when Sen. Nancy Argenziano took the floor after a week of closed-door negotiations and tense debate over legislation meant to keep Terri Schiavo alive, she wept. "I… Mar 19 05March 19, 2005Article at The Associated Press
State House debates bill to save Terri SchiavoBy SAMANTHA GROSS / The Associated PressTALLAHASSEE -- State House members passionately debated Thursday whether they should keep Terri Schiavo alive just a day before the brain-damaged woman’s feeding tube could be removed.Republicans said it would… Mar 17 05March 17, 2005Article at The Associated Press
