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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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March 31, 2026
Should Rich New Yorkers Get Free Stuff, Too? Mamdani Says Yes.
A free preschool center in one of the city’s wealthiest neighborhoods raises questions about Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s vow to expand universal child care.
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March 3, 2026
First 2-K Seats in Mamdani’s Signature Program Will Be in Diverse Areas
Mayor Zohran Mamdani has pledged to create a free, universal child care system during his tenure. On Tuesday, he announced where first wave of seats would become available for 2-year-olds.
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March 1, 2026
It’s March. Do You Know Where Your Children Are Going to Camp?
For many New York City parents, the quest to find an affordable, convenient summer camp amounts to an unpleasant annual hazing ritual.
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February 26, 2026
Z? Zo? Mam? Mayor Zohran Mamdani is a Man of Many Nicknames.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani has been given a bevy of nicknames by New York City’s tabloid newspapers and political class. Which will stick?
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