City
Opinion: The exploitation of prison labor
The prison labor system in New York state exploits incarcerated individuals, denying them fair wages, workplace protections and dignity.
How you can help NYC’s homeless crisis
Homelessness in New York City has reached an unprecedented scale. However, there is a way for us to support those without shelter for just one night.
Opinion: New York City under Trump’s second term
As our country undergoes a second Trump administration, New York City faces threats to its economy, climate and progressive values.
Opinion: Congestion pricing is the cure to NYC’s traffic crisis
For the second year in a row, New York City has been named the world’s most congested urban area, harming citizens every day. It’s time to change that with congestion pricing.
Opinion: Mutual aid keeps our communities alive — it’s time to get involved
Whether you want to volunteer your time, donate resources or simply learn more about mutual aid, here is the information you need to know about how to help you make a positive community impact.
Opinion: No longer behind bars, but not truly free
Without support systems in place, many formerly incarcerated individuals in New York risk falling into a cycle of poverty and criminalization.
Opinion: Hostile city planning hides homelessness, but doesn’t solve it.
Anti-homeless structures are not only cruel but ineffective, as they simply displace and exacerbate the homelessness crisis rather than alleviate it.
Opinion: Let New Yorkers be free to pee
The shortage of public restrooms is a significant hardship and a profound indignity that unhoused New Yorkers endure every day.
Opinion: NYU’s tax-exempt status puts other New York schools at a disadvantage
The university must recognize its place in New York City and how its privileged position disadvantages the students and schools around it.
Opinion: Understanding NYC’s 2024 ballot proposals
This November’s six ballot measures could reshape New York City’s governance — for better and, mostly, for worse. Here’s a breakdown of each so you can make an informed choice.
Opinion: Student tenants need to stand up for themselves
NYU students living off campus get taken advantage of by their landlords because they don’t know any better. Let’s put a stop to that.
Opinion: Punishing fare evasion isn’t fair
New York City’s violent, punitive approach to fare evasion ignores the root causes, creating more harm than good.
