Bronx
What Mayoral Candidates Say About the Disabled: Not Much
Jarrett Murphy |
We asked people running for mayor how they’d make the city work better for disabled New Yorkers. So far, only one responded.
Justice
Disabled Say Non-Mayoral Agencies Also Fail
Ben Adler |
While advocates for the disabled have harsh criticism for Mayor Bloomberg, they also fault other government agencies not controlled by City Hall—especially the transit system.
Investigations
Advocates Pan City's Record on Disabilities
Ben Adler |
They claim policies from special ed to employment assistance to the Taxi of Tomorrow failed to increase opportunities for the disabled. City Hall says its reforms made a difference.
CITY VIEWS: OPINIONS and ANALYSIS
Disabled Can Teach Cops, Hospitals How to Deal
Charles Archer |
There are plenty of stories of police officers, hospitals, state homes and others mishandling interactions with disabled people. The fix, says this writer, is more face time.
CITY VIEWS: OPINIONS and ANALYSIS
Why it's Time to Hire the Disabled
Charles Archer |
The economy is sluggish and the job market is weak. But that’s all the more reason, this writer says, to make sure disabled workers get their shot at the work that’s out there.
Government
From Buses to Special Ed, Contractors' Role in Schools Questioned
Adrienne Day |
Many private firms’ projects in city schools have not been “disasters.” But that doesn’t mean these multimillion-dollar projects are the best way for a school system to spend its money.
Bronx
The Principal Is New. The School Is Closing.
Helen Zelon |
With new boss Dennis Walcott, the city school system gets a new chance to improve relations with parents and teachers. But there’ll be no second chance for Robeson High in Bed-Stuy. What does that mean for students?
CITY VIEWS: OPINIONS and ANALYSIS
Support And Advice For Chancellor Dennis Walcott
Pedro Noguera |
New York’s public schools don’t need a savior or a superman. We need a leader with the maturity and vision to draw on the talent and resources in this city.
Government
Critics Of Homeless Program Fight To Save It
Diana Scholl |
Advocates for the homeless have long criticized the Bloomberg administration’s approach to getting people out of shelters. But with the state threatening to end funding for the program, most advocates have joined the city to oppose the cuts.
Government
As AIDS Threat Changes, Push For Housing Renews
Diana Scholl |
Advocates, hoping Gov. Cuomo will back a cap on rent for people in AIDS housing, say research shows that shelter saves lives and reduces government expenditures.
