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Democratic socialism is poorly understood as Michigan contest looms, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

Democratic socialism is poorly understood as Michigan contest looms, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

By Jason Lange WASHINGTON, July 28 (Reuters) - American leftists aligned with the democratic socialist movement have been defeating moderate Democrats in primary elections this year but large swaths of the country still don't know what the movement stands for, according to a new Reuters/Ipsos poll.
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New York City Expands Coastal Resilience Workforce Amid Flood Threats

New York City Expands Coastal Resilience Workforce Amid Flood Threats

Mayor Zohran Mamdani of New York City has announced a $43.2 million investment to expand the city's coastal resilience workforce from six to 75 employees. This expansion is part of the city's efforts to manage and maintain new flood-protection infrastructure as climate change increases the risk of flooding. The Department of Environmental Protection will hire engineers, planners, and other specialists to operate and maintain coastal barriers and infrastructure. The initiative aims to protect communities from extreme weather and flooding, with several flood-protection systems expected to become operational in the next four years. The expansion is supported by federal funding and partnerships with various city agencies.
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New York City to Open City-Owned Grocery Stores with 30% Discounts on Essentials

New York City to Open City-Owned Grocery Stores with 30% Discounts on Essentials

The administration of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has announced a plan to open city-owned grocery stores offering a 30% discount on essential items. The initiative aims to provide affordable groceries to working New Yorkers without directly competing with local bodegas. The stores will not sell hot food or items like cigarettes and alcohol, which are significant revenue sources for small neighborhood shops. The first store is expected to open in the Bronx next year, with additional locations planned for East Harlem and other boroughs by 2029. The city is currently seeking operators for these stores through a request for proposals.
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Netanyahu still intends to visit NYC after Mamdani says he's unwelcome

Netanyahu still intends to visit NYC after Mamdani says he's unwelcome

In an interview with Fox News Sunday morning, Netanyahu said that Mamdani is "fomenting hate."
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Mamdani plans to offer 30% discount on meat and produce at city-owned grocery stores

Mamdani plans to offer 30% discount on meat and produce at city-owned grocery stores

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s plan to open a slate of government-owned grocery stores stirred up critics who roasted the idea as the democratic socialist’s first step toward creating communist bread lines in the city
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NYC plans city-owned grocery stores with 30% discounts on groceries. What to know

NYC plans city-owned grocery stores with 30% discounts on groceries. What to know

New York City plans five city-owned grocery stores offering 30% discounts on staple foods. Here's where they'll open, when the first store is expected and how the program would work.
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New York City Mayor Mamdani Proposes 30% Discount at City-Owned Grocery Stores to Combat Rising Food Prices

New York City Mayor Mamdani Proposes 30% Discount at City-Owned Grocery Stores to Combat Rising Food Prices

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has announced a plan to open government-owned grocery stores offering a 30% discount on produce, meat, and other staples. This initiative aims to alleviate the burden of rising food prices in New York City, one of the most expensive cities in the United States. The plan involves opening five stores, one in each borough, with the first expected to launch in the Bronx by the end of 2027. The city will provide storefronts and cover rental costs and property taxes, while private operators will manage daily operations. Mamdani, a Democrat, presented this proposal as part of a broader affordability platform to support the city's working class. However, the plan has faced criticism from smaller grocers and bodega owners who fear they cannot compete with the discounted prices.
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New York's $70M City-Run Grocery Plan Faces Criticism Over Cost Efficiency

New York's $70M City-Run Grocery Plan Faces Criticism Over Cost Efficiency

Mayor Zohran Mamdani's plan to establish government-run supermarkets in New York City is facing criticism for its $70 million price tag. The initiative aims to open one store in each borough, offering select items at a 30% discount. Critics argue that the funds could instead purchase over a million Costco memberships, providing greater savings to residents. The first store is set to open in the South Bronx in 2027, with another planned for East Harlem. The plan has sparked debate over its economic viability and potential impact on private businesses.
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‘The Country Isn’t Ready’: How an Electability Myth Became a Self-Fulfilling Prophecy

‘The Country Isn’t Ready’: How an Electability Myth Became a Self-Fulfilling Prophecy

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Pete Buttigieg are two of the most popular political figures in America. Can voters realize it?
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Netanyahu accuses Mamdani of 'fomenting hate' and calls ICC war-crimes charges 'bogus'

Netanyahu accuses Mamdani of 'fomenting hate' and calls ICC war-crimes charges 'bogus'

Israel’s Benjamin Netanyahu says New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani is “fomenting hate” by calling the prime minister a war criminal who should be arrested if he visits the city
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New York City Expands Coastal Resilience Workforce Amid Rising Flood Threats

New York City Expands Coastal Resilience Workforce Amid Rising Flood Threats

Mayor Zohran Mamdani has announced a significant expansion of New York City's coastal resilience workforce, increasing the number of staff from six to 75. This expansion is part of a $43.2 million investment aimed at preparing the city to manage and maintain new flood-protection infrastructure. The Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) will hire 69 new employees, including engineers, planners, and maintenance workers, to support the Bureau of Coastal Resilience. This move comes as several flood-protection systems are expected to become operational over the next four years, necessitating a robust workforce to manage these systems. The expansion is part of a broader strategy to protect New York City from the impacts of climate change, including rising sea levels and extreme weather events.
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New York City Expands Coastal Resilience Workforce Amid Flood Threats

New York City Expands Coastal Resilience Workforce Amid Flood Threats

New York City is significantly expanding its Bureau of Coastal Resilience to address growing flood risks and climate change impacts. Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced a $43.2 million investment to increase the bureau's staff from six to 75 employees. This expansion will support the operation and maintenance of billions of dollars in new flood-protection infrastructure, including the $1.45 billion East Side Coastal Resiliency project and the $200 million Battery Coastal Resilience project. The funding will also facilitate studies on the city's long-term exposure to coastal flooding and the development of a roadmap for managing New York City's 520 miles of shoreline. The initiative aims to protect over 110,000 residents and critical infrastructure in flood-prone areas.