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Councilman Robert Holden Edges Progressive Newcomer Juan Ardila in 30th District, Bringing End to Tumultuous Race

Juan Ardila, the 27-year-old progressive, came up roughly 500 votes shy against incumbent Councilman Robert Holden, with roughly 46 percent of the vote according to early tallies. Ardila hasn’t yet conceded.

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Community

Come Out On Saturday For The Unveiling Of The Bushwick Community Plan

The steering committee will finally present the Bushwick Community Plan, which has been in the works for over four years.

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Senator Martin Dilan Releases Statement On Last Week’s Primary Results

Dilan was a North Brooklyn elected official for eight terms.

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Julia Salazar Won The New York State Democratic Primary Against Longtime Politician Martin Dilan

Dilan who was running for his ninth term in the North Brooklyn district.

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A Brief Rundown of the 18th District New York State Senate Race: Dilan Vs. Salazar, Turned Strange

The primary is on September 13th, for both candidates on the way .

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New York’s Primary is September 13th, Here’s Why Many Won’t Make It To The Polls

New York has one of the worst rates of voter suppression in the region.

Community

Representative Velázquez Fights to Remove ‘Police’ Label from I.C.E. Uniforms

The bill could help better protect local immigrants in their interactions with federal immigration agents.

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How To Canvas For Senator Martin Malavé Dilan

New York's primary elections for Senate are coming closer and closer.

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You Live In Bushwick/East Williamsburg/Ridgewood — You Should Vote Here, Too

The deadline to change your address is approaching. Here’s how to do it.

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Councilwoman Velázquez Urged Bushwick Immigrants to Know Their Rights at Recent Immigration Forum

The Council Woman held an immigrants right forum last weekend alongside local police and immigration lawyers.

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Council Member Espinal Launches Largest NYC Site for Urban Agriculture

The website was launched with the help of Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams.

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Senate Candidate Julia Salazar Keeps Bringing in the Endorsements

The local candidate has received support from local and national groups.

Community

Attend Congresswoman Velázquez’s Immigration Rights Forum This Sunday

Congresswoman Velázquez will host an Immigration Forum this Sunday.

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Council Member Espinal Wants Mandatory Green Roofs on New Buildings

The Council Member wants more eco-friendly infrastructure throughout NYC.

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Council Member Espinal Wants to Provide Mental Health Service to For Minors Visiting NYC Jails

The Council Member, who represents various Brooklyn neighborhoods including Bushwick, made the proposal last month.

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Op-Ed: The Case for Granting Non-Citizens the Right to Vote in NYC

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Senate Candidate Julia Salazar Discusses Democratic Socialism at Starr Bar

Brian Jones Kraft @JayOwyns Podcaster Virgil Texas interviewed State Senate candidate Julia Salazar this Tuesday...