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What Is a District Leader? Your Guide to New York’s ‘Micro Elected Officials’

April 21, 2022, 11:53 a.m.June 11, 2024, 2:47 p.m.

They’re volunteer positions with a history in patronage politics. Today, district leaders influence who can be judges, poll workers and of each borough’s county committee.

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Who’s Watching the Powerful: The Bureaus Tasked With Keeping Officials in Check

Feb. 17, 2022, 11:36 a.m.May 16, 2024, 2:00 p.m.

A number of agencies, boards and committees look out for corruption and malfeasance in municipal life but their investigation and enforcement powers vary.

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Is There Big Money in Your NYC Neighborhood Election? Here’s How to Find Out

March 30, 2021, 1:17 p.m.June 11, 2024, 2:39 p.m.

Local super PACs — including one backed by the world’s richest woman — are making independent expenditures to influence New York’s races. Take a close look at the next campaign flyer you get...

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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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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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How to Reform New York City’s Board of Elections (For Real This Time)

Oct. 26, 2020, 10:47 p.m.May 16, 2024, 1:42 p.m.

Problems crop up every major election year, along with calls for reform. But who can change the notorious BOE? Albany, advocates say — with pressure from outraged voters.

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Does Your Community Board Reflect You and Your Neighbors? Find Out.

Jan. 29, 2020, 4:05 a.m.May 2, 2024, 1:59 p.m.

We analyzed the latest available demographic data of the city’s volunteer boards. Check out your neighborhood’s numbers and find out how to .

How to City Civics

What Is a District Leader? Your Guide to New York’s ‘Micro Elected Officials’

Who’s Watching the Powerful: The Bureaus Tasked With Keeping Officials in Check

Is There Big Money in Your NYC Neighborhood Election? Here’s How to Find Out

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

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

How to Reform New York City’s Board of Elections (For Real This Time)

Does Your Community Board Reflect You and Your Neighbors? Find Out.

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