Two Queens senators open to bail reform compromise
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“All legislation starts off with good intentions and then it breathes and you see where it needs to be amended or adjusted.”
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Rajkumar picks up Kallos endorsement in bid for Assembly
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Rajkumar, he said, “is the representative that the people of this community need.
Read MoreMayor, Speaker visit Flushing to quell coronavirus fear
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“In hard times, New Yorkers know to stand by their neighbors.”
Read MoreQueens assembly members resist senate plan to overhaul bail law
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The Senate’s proposal would get rid of cash bail completely, but give judges discretion to remand defendants.
Read MoreKatz carries new energy into role as DA
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“In Queens County, we are going to have fairness and equity. We are going to start over.”
Read MoreMeeks backs Bloomberg for president
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His endorsement comes less than two months after he seemed likely to endorse former Vice President Joe Biden.
Read MoreTenants’ rights groups urge state to invest in public housing at Albany rally
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“We’re at a time of unprecedented need.”
Read MoreAide to Corey Johnson runs for seat held by Joe Crowley's chief of staff
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Breeana Mulligan is president of the Queens County Young Democrats.
Read MoreState senate leaders cave to pressure, propose bail reform reform
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Opponents said the “proposal puts politics over people.”
Read MoreCommunity board votes in favor of Flushing Creek waterfront rezoning
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The rezoning would pave the way for a partnership of developers to create a 13-tower, mixed-use complex of housing, hotels, offices and shops.
Read MoreCandidates for Queens borough president diverge on Flushing Creek rezoning
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Only three candidates weighed in on the controversial development plan.
Read MoreUber-driving labor organizer enters crowded race for Assembly District 34
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“I don’t see many people in the state Assembly who have a story like me.”
Read MoreOpinion: Why survivors need Aravella Simotas in Albany
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“Progress is driven by leaders who are willing to stand up for MeToo survivors even when it is inconvenient or difficult.”
Read MoreCouncil committee to examine city’s controversial DNA database
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“The public has a right to know about these genetic stop-and-frisk tactics.”
Read MoreTrump cites Queens murder case in anti-immigrant State of the Union speech
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The alleged rape and murder of 92-year-old Maria Fuertes reached the highest stage in the country Tuesday night.
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