Politics/Government
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¡Basta!: Revealing an unacceptable bias
¡Basta!: Revelando un sesgo inaceptable
As members of the Board of Directors of the Puerto Rican Bar Association, the oldest ethnic bar association in New York State, established in 1957...
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Calling for an end to gun violence
Tony Bennett might be better known for his 17 Grammy Awards than he is for his time in 1944 spent fighting in the Battle of the Bulge—the largest ...
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Tish James secures endorsements
Tish James asegura apoyo crucial
This past Tues., Mar. 19th, Councilwoman Letitia "Tish" James' campaign for New York City Public Advocate announced key endorsements from a group ...
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Jessica Lappin Endorsed by State Sen. José M. Serrano for Borough President
As announced this past Mon., Mar. 18th, New York City Councilmember Jessica Lappin’s campaign announced that State Senator Jose...
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In the running: Candidate Cheryl Pahaham
Aspiraciones: Candidata Cheryl Pahaham
Cheryl Pahaham ostenta una Licenciatura en Estudios Afroamericanos de Wesleyan University. Su Doctorado en Sociología (co enfoque en la pobreza...
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Fighting mad, and smart
Luchando duro, e inteligentementeEach week, I write about the great activities taking place in our community, the resources available and what we – as parents – must do to ensure our children’s health and well-being.
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Leading in service, science and heart
Un líder en servicio, ciencia y corazónOn the eve of the 159th anniversary of the of the Dominican Republic’s Independence Day, political and community leaders paid homage to a long-time ...
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On the waterfront
En la riberaLydia Gaston is a long-time East Harlem resident, but she can’t remember the last time she was at the waterfront. It’s difficult to get there. And once you arrive, it’s not especially safe.
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No light, no heat, no gas
Sin luz, sin calefacción, sin gasPablo Satan, Maria García and Juana Monegro, along with other tenants in seven dilapidated buildings along West 183rd Street, have not had electricity in their homes for weeks.
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Support Graduate Medical Education
As House Speaker John Boehner has said, the Affordable Care Act is the “law of the land.” The Supreme Court has upheld it. The 2012 election reaffirms it. Whether you love it or hate it, the law is being implemented. The law is welcoming 27 million Americans into the health care system and urging them to find a doctor — a regular source of care.
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After fraud, finding freedom Después del fraude, encontrar la libertad
Son tan sólo cinco horas de vuelo directo desde Miami a la capital de Honduras, y el sitio en donde se encuentra su principal aeropuerto internacional, Tegucigalpa...
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A double EDge College EDge
Johan Rubin is a busy man. Although he has already graduated from Yeshiva University, he was back at his alma mater this past Fri., Feb. 22nd ...
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MT Community News 02.20.13
The Washington Heights and Inwood Chamber of Commerce will host a breakfast meeting this Thurs., Feb. 21st at 8:30 a.m. at the Isabelle Geriatric Center.
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A Justice on a journey Una Juez en un viaje
“I had become almost mythical,” said the woman. The words, more likely to prompt a disbelieving response, were, in this case, met with nods and knowing smiles.
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Secretary of State outlines Governor’s plans
Secretario de Estado resume planes del Gobernador
El 25 de enero, Cesar A. Perales, Secretario de Estado de Nueva York, presentó el mensaje del “Estado del Estado” y el presupuesto del Gobernador Andrew Cuomo...
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Candidates convene for historic uptown forum
Los candidatos convocan a foro histórico en el norte de la ciudad
Residents packed into the Malcolm X and Dr. Betty Shabazz Center this past Thurs., Jan. 31st were not there for an art exhibit or new play.
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