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politics2 months ago•1 min saved

Zohran Mamdani Announces Key City Hall Appointments Amid Historic Win

Mamdani announced his top two City Hall deputies, with Brad Lander not taking the top post as he pursues a congressional run. Mamdani remains committed to funding free buses and universal child care, despite some political challenges and negotiations with Gov. Hochul. He plans to build his administration, considering retaining some of Mayor Adams' team, while facing criticism for selecting appointees from de Blasio's administration.

via Politico|

#city-hall #deputies #free-buses

local-government3 months ago•4 min saved

Debate Heats Up Over Free Buses and Rent Policies in NYC

Transit advocates in NYC are divided on making buses free, with some supporting the idea for increased mobility and faster service, while others argue that improving frequency and reliability is more effective. The city has experimented with free bus lines, but funding remains a challenge, as seen in Kansas City where fare-free transit was discontinued due to financial issues. Mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani advocates for free buses combined with infrastructure improvements to enhance service.

via NPR|

#bus-funding #free-buses #local-government