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Mayoral MATH: How Andrew Yang’s Money Helped Start Manhattan Charter School

March 10, 2021, 9:01 p.m.Oct. 12, 2023, 7:52 a.m.

The former test-prep company owner, known for his “MATH” cap, once donated big bucks to a new charter school — and suggests he’s open to more of them. He’s at odds with most mayoral candidates and the UFT.

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Do You Know Who’s Running for City Council in Your District?

March 9, 2021, 7:05 p.m.March 9, 2021, 11:18 p.m.

Readers asked how to keep track of 300 City Council candidates in races across the five boroughs. THE CITY made an interactive that maps out all the contests.

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Will Endorsements Matter in New York City’s Mayoral Election and Other Races?

March 2, 2021, 8:26 p.m.May 16, 2024, 1:57 p.m.

The race for backers is fierce, especially with so many people running for everything from mayor to City Council. Here’s a look at some of the factors that determine whether an endorsement packs the intended punch.

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Former Sanitation Boss Kathryn Garcia Wants to Dig NYC Out of Its Mess as Mayor. But Can She Ditch Her de Blasio Ties?

March 1, 2021, 9:09 p.m.Oct. 12, 2023, 7:52 a.m.

The mayor’s go-to troubleshooter on everything from lead paint to hunger now seeks his job. But with no electoral-politics experience and fundraising lagging, the bureaucrat faces her biggest challenge yet.

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Do You Have to Be a Millionaire to Run for Mayor of New York?

Feb. 24, 2021, 12:30 p.m.May 16, 2024, 1:52 p.m.

What are the legal requirements to seek office in New York City? The CITY’s Civic Newsroom answers that question and more.

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Party Crashers: Push Grows to Extend NYC Voters’ Party-Switch Deadline to May

Feb. 21, 2021, 8:44 p.m.Feb. 21, 2021, 8:45 p.m.

ers of moving the deadline to May 28 would help more voters participate in the June 22 mayoral primary. But some Democrats see the bid as an incursions.

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Welcome to the Civic Newsroom: Election News and Events for Voters Choosing New York City’s Next Leaders

Feb. 16, 2021, 7:21 p.m.Feb. 16, 2021, 7:21 p.m.

What does a DA do? Can you get a mail-in ballot? What is going on? The Civic Newsroom is here to help you navigate New York’s 2021 election.

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Mayoral Hopeful Eric Adams Reveals Fellow Cop May Have Shot at Him

Feb. 15, 2021, 8:51 p.m.April 11, 2021, 2:22 p.m.

The Brooklyn borough president’s 22 years on the force brought multiple internal investigations — including for associating with felon Mike Tyson. “When I look back, I’m amazed I was able to get out of the department alive,” he told THE CITY.

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THE CITY’s Civic Newsroom Will Use Virtual Meetings, Newsletters and Stories to Help Inform NYC Voters

Feb. 14, 2021, 7:00 p.m.April 19, 2021, 10:24 p.m.

We’re launching a wide-ranging effort to better understand what voters need and want to know. We’ll help you find that information and share it with New Yorkers as the city enters a crucial election season.

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What You Need to Know About the Special Elections in The Bronx and Queens

Feb. 10, 2021, 1:28 p.m.March 23, 2021, 9:45 a.m.

What’s so special about the special elections for City Council this year? Lots — including the advent of ranked choice voting. Early voting is already underway in one race and the others are coming soon.

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Mayoral MATH: How Andrew Yang’s Money Helped Start Manhattan Charter School

Do You Know Who’s Running for City Council in Your District?

Will Endorsements Matter in New York City’s Mayoral Election and Other Races?

Former Sanitation Boss Kathryn Garcia Wants to Dig NYC Out of Its Mess as Mayor. But Can She Ditch Her de Blasio Ties?

Do You Have to Be a Millionaire to Run for Mayor of New York?

Party Crashers: Push Grows to Extend NYC Voters’ Party-Switch Deadline to May

Welcome to the Civic Newsroom: Election News and Events for Voters Choosing New York City’s Next Leaders

Mayoral Hopeful Eric Adams Reveals Fellow Cop May Have Shot at Him

THE CITY’s Civic Newsroom Will Use Virtual Meetings, Newsletters and Stories to Help Inform NYC Voters

What You Need to Know About the Special Elections in The Bronx and Queens

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