Tens of thousands came out, as they usually do, for the 33rd Annual Mermaid Parade at Coney Island, despite the March-like weather, dressed in their mermaid, pirate and jelly fish best!
New York City and State Elections articles on Democracy Chronicles
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Multicultural New York City’s Ever Expanding Vote
Concerns being raised over expanding vote to include non-citizens in nation’s diversity capital
George W. Bush, Father of the Year or War Criminal?
Although the Father of the Year event where George W. Bush was recognized was not political, many thought about the innocent children in Iraq, Yemen and Syria that have been killed during and after his illegitimate wars.
Political Puke Island At Tompkins Square Park
I was not planning on writing a piece about Puke Island but, since it did have a political twist to it I thought the event should get some attention.
Bloomberg Presidential Run is Still a Possibility
Some supporters of ex-NYC Mayor pushing for Bloomberg Presidential run in Democratic primary race
Cuomo Federal Corruption Probe is Big Trouble
After downfall of two powerful allies, Cuomo federal corruption investigation could change Albany
Why Ramsey Orta is in Court on Drug Charges
I heard the judge tell the court for the D. A. to turn over the unaltered videos to him to look over and asked Ken Perry about that. He replied that the D.A. is even fighting doing that.
Plans to Demolish Brooklyn Library for Luxury Condos
Monday night at 280 Cadman Place, the site of the Brooklyn Heights Library, a meeting with folks from the community was held for the purpose of choosing color shades and the decor for the new but, 1/3 of the size library being proposed as a replacement.
Skelos Resignation Highlights Albany’s Corruption Problem
Albany, one of the most corrupt state capitals in the United States was recently hit with another scandal involving a top politician as Senate Majority leader Dean Skelos stepped down from his leadership role
Central Park 5 Commemoration: Restitution from Wilding
It was party time yesterday at the 112 Park bar and lounge in Harlem for a commemoration for the anniversary of the Central Park 5