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Friday’s Headlines: Brad Lander’s Brad Lander Moment Edition
The Brooklyn Council Member racked up seven speeding tickets since late 2019. That's a lot. Here's why it's not as bad as it looks — plus the rest of yesterday's news.
April 23, 2021
OPINION: What I’ve Learned Biking Every Block in My District
Brooklyn City Council candidate Justin Krebs is riding and walking more than 120 miles to gain a feel for each street's issues.
April 23, 2021
OPINION: What Street Vendors Want From the Next Mayor
The Yang dust-up was only the latest in a long saga of slights. Here are the policies these small businesses demand.
April 19, 2021
OPINION: Citi Bike’s Lessons for Open Streets
Mayor de Blasio — who has it much easier than his predecessor when it comes to urban amenities — should follow the bike-share playbook, says a co-host of the "War on Cars" podcast.
April 16, 2021
OPINION: The Next Steps on the Queensboro Bridge
Two leaders of the campaign for bike and pedestrian equity on our bridges outline a program to enhance access for all.
April 8, 2021
OPINION: De Blasio’s ‘Open Streets’ Announcement Falls Flat
The 34th Avenue open street in Jackson Heights has brought much relief to the people of a neighborhood that has suffered immensely from COVID-19 and a lack of public open space. So why is Mayor de Blasio not ensuring its permanent success?
March 29, 2021
OPINION: Five Mobility Ideas for the Next Mayor
After COVID, the city is brimming with new opportunities for transportation integration. Here are concepts from a top cycling strategist.
March 28, 2021
OPINION: Expand the Shared Street at University Place in Manhattan
A one-block experiment south of Union Square has more than proved its worth. In fact, it's a model for the city.
March 25, 2021
OPINION: How the ‘Budget-Bike Trap’ Creates Inequality in NYC
The founder of a bike co-op identifies a key gap in cycling equity.
March 24, 2021
OPINION: De Blasio Must Challenge Status Quo to Make Open Streets Great
The status quo of cars, cars, cars is not divinely ordained. It is a result of choices we made decades ago. And because it was our choice, we can chose a different path. And we must.
March 22, 2021
