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Max and Murphy: On the Issues look at the Economy and Education. Gotham Gazette and City Limits tag-team the city’s politics and policy news. Hosts Ben Max of Gotham Gazette and Jarrett Murphy of City Limits reset the discussion on issues facing the city.  This week they tackle education and the...

Congress has reopened the application window for small business owners and entrepreneurs in 2021 to apply for the #PaycheckProtectionProgram​, but what exactly is a PPP loan and how do you get one?  Find out more. 

The job of the Public Advocate is to ensure that all New Yorkers receive the City services they deserve and have a voice in shaping the policies of our government. Hear first hand from the candidates on the issues!  In collaboration with Coalition for a District Alternative, Grand Street Democrats...

If you are over 65, you are among the people eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine.  How do you get it, even if you are homebound?

Downtown Independent Democrats hosted a #mayors #forum​ with a panel of candidates running for #NYCMayor​ in 2021 in collaboration with Coalition for a District Alternative, Grand Street Democrats, New York Downtown Democrats, and Village Reform Democratic Club in an effort to inform New Yorkers of...

Exercise your right as an American citizen and New Yorker — register to vote. The deadline to vote in the NYC June primaries is February14th.  Read more.

Find out more about the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) for independent contractors, freelancers, & the self-employed. 

Community Service Society hosted a forum with a panel of candidates running for NYC Mayor in 2021 to inform New Yorkers of each candidates' policies and positions if they were elected office.

Starting this year, all citywide, borough president and City Council primaries will use ranked-choice voting, as well as special elections for any of those positions. Read how to fill out your ballot.