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OpEd: Con Edison's Rate Hike A Direct Attack on Brooklynites

New York City has long been an expensive place to live, but in recent years, affordability has gone from a challenge to a crisis. Rents are still too damn high and continue to soar, grocery prices feel like mortgage payments, and wages have not kept pace. Now, to make matters worse, Con Edison and National Grid are proposing rate hikes that will further squeeze working families, low-income households, and an already shrinking middle class.

OpEd: Brooklyn Can Turn Congestion Pricing Into a Win

Brooklyn has always been a borough of resilience, innovation, and community. As the MTA prepares to roll out its Congestion Pricing Program in January 2025, Brooklynites are facing yet another challenge that we can transform into an opportunity. While many see this program as a way to keep people out of Manhattan, I see it as a way to draw people into Brooklyn—and keep Brooklyn residents enjoying everything our borough has to offer.

Honoring Strength at The Gift of Life Women’s Event

I had the privilege of attending The Gift of Life women’s group event—a remarkable evening dedicated to celebrating resilience, honoring health, and empowering generations. The event provided an inspiring space to learn, connect, and uplift the incredible women in our community who are leading essential conversations around health and well-being.

Ebenezer Community Brings Holiday Joy to Brownsville

I had the privilege of attending the Christmas at Ebenezer Community Holiday Celebration hosted by Ebenezer Urban Ministry Center. This annual event embodies the true spirit of the season—giving back, spreading joy, and strengthening our community.

Khari Edwards: Advocating Education for Brooklyn Kids

Khari Edwards has long emphasized the importance of education as a cornerstone of community development. His platform prioritizes the support of schools and educators, recognizing their pivotal role in shaping the future of Brooklyn's youth.

Khari Edwards champions affordable housing for Brooklyn

Khari Edwards, candidate for Brooklyn Borough President, believes in redefining what affordability means for Brooklyn’s residents. "As Borough President, I can help reshape affordability by shifting away from exclusionary development," he says. Edwards is committed to giving local communities more say, proposing that community boards regain influence over planning decisions. His plan includes adding more Borough President-appointed members to the City Planning Commission to ensure that local voices guide Brooklyn’s growth.