Marcela Mitaynes Archives – Politics NY

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Brooklyn

Brooklyn lawmakers among more than a dozen pols arrested in ICE protest at Federal Plaza

By Ethan Stark-Miller and Dean Moses

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Brooklyn

Hundreds rally at Grand Army Plaza to call for humanitarian aid in Gaza

By Gabriele Holtermann

González-Rojas, advocates push for SNAP fraud protections, EBT chip cards

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“Tax the Rich! Cuomo Cuts Kill!” LGBTQ Activists Take on the Governor

By Matt Tracy

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State Government

DSA Electeds Grill Cuomo’s Austerity Plans

By Michael Rock

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Election

DSA Remains Tight-Knit in City Council Endorsements

By Megan McGibney

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Housing & Homelessness

Mitaynes Leads Rally Opposing Mixed Income Building Development

By Ariama C. Long

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Economy & Development

Sunset Park residents go after Steiner Studio Plan

By Ariama C. Long

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Opinion

DSA: It’s Your Turn at Bat

By Stephen Witt

More from Around New York

Local environmental and transit advocates questioned state and federal experts about the plans to repair five bridges along the Cross Bronx Expressway at the first of the three public hearings over the proposal on December 5.

Underwhelming attendence at public hearings for Cross Bronx bridge repairs spurs concern over public engagement

Rev. Jacqueline J. Lewis, Matthew Marrero, and Rev. Amanda Ashcraft sing a hymn together at a press conference on Dec. 9.

Gay man detained by ICE, prompting husband and advocates to speak out

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Metropolitan Park anti-casino movement grows as 30 faith leaders release statements in opposition

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We’ll be BWAC: After fire, Brooklyn Waterfront Artists Coalition launches search for new home