We start the day with temperature checks and handwashing before signing students in to start online learning. more

With the recent hostilities between Israel and Hamas, several first-hand observations are appropriate. more

The political cartoon that appeared in the April 8 edition of The Riverdale Press notifying readers that Jim Crow is back ready to again crush voting rights is timely and frightening. more

When asked about the word “pride,” few people will picture lions — “Pride” is the collective term for a group of lions that live together. Rather, many will remember the biblical warning, “Pride goeth before a fall.” Those words are a condensation of an admonition from Proverbs 16:18, which translated in their entirety, read “Pride goeth before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall.” more

On June 22, Bronx Democrats will get to choose two Democratic candidates for civil court judge. Since the Bronx is heavily Democratic, a win in the primary is most likely a win for the nominees in November, and the new ranked-choice voting does not apply for judges. more

If someone drinks too much and gets sexually assaulted, the defendant can use it against them. An Assembly bill can close this loophole. more

My background in economics, law and government separates me from other candidates. However, I’m not good at self-promotion, and I don’t tell fictional stories as a ploy to relate to voters. For these reasons, my campaign lacks the pizazz of others. more

On April 15, I was sworn in as your New York City councilman. That day, I took an oath to duly represent you and your interests, and be your voice in government. more

We want change. We want leadership. This is our chance. more

I am running to be your District 11 representative on the city council, and I am running because while our district is currently a “majority minority” district, it has never had a minority representing its needs and reflecting its diversity. more