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Op-ed | The Speaker’s Corner: A new chapter for New York City

By Julie Menin Posted on February 5, 2026

In my first month as City Council speaker,  I’ve had more conversations than I can count: on sidewalks, in small businesses, at community events, and yes, on the subway. And no matter what borough I’m in or who I’m talking to, the questions tend to sound quite similar.

How do we make New York affordable again? How do we get a city government that actually works? How do we keep jobs and opportunity here? What is the role of the City Council?

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Op-ed | The Speaker’s Corner: A new chapter for New York City

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