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July 15, 2026
Paramedics Help Save Lives in New York. Can They Afford to Live There?
Some of New York City’s emergency medical workers make just $18 an hour. Their boss, Zohran Mamdani, has staked his mayoralty on making New York City more affordable for all.
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June 28, 2026
Pride March Caps Joyous New York June, but Anxiety Tempers Hope
The annual celebration began Sunday in a city where many in the L.G.B.T.Q. community are optimistic about their local leaders but face continued challenges from the Trump administration.
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May 19, 2026
Interest in N.Y.C. Pre-K Programs Is Flat, Despite Mamdani’s Outreach
Expanding child care is a pillar of Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s affordability agenda. Newly released application numbers may raise questions about strategy and demand.
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May 12, 2026
Bezos Family Gives $100 Million for Preschool Education in New York
Free child care is one of Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s top goals. Now the Bezos Foundation is giving Robin Hood, a favorite philanthropy of wealthy New Yorkers, big money for early childhood education.
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