Universal Childcare
Coverage of Universal Childcare in the Nexus archive.
- The Democratic socialists are no longer on the fringe
Democratic Socialists are gaining traction in U.S. politics, with candidates like Darializa Avila Chevalier and Melat Kiros winning primary elections. Their platform includes policies such as Medicare for All and abolishing ICE, though House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries has not endorsed some of the progressive candidates. The movement's influence extends beyond urban areas, as seen in Kiros's victory in Colorado.
- Free childcare: NYC officially opens applications for first 2-K seats this September
New York City has opened applications for 2,000 free 2-K childcare seats in five school districts starting this September. The program, a partnership between Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Governor Kathy Hochul, targets families with children born in 2024 and aims to expand across all five boroughs with state funding over four years.
- NYC 2-K jingle contest: How to vote for the sound of universal childcare
New York City's 2-K program jingle contest allows millions of residents to vote for a childcare-related soundbite, with hundreds of submissions received. Mayor Zohran Mamdani highlighted the contest's popularity, though the prize is less significant than a Hollywood record deal.
- Mamdani grilled on whether his socialism platform will work outside of New York City
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani defended his democratic socialism platform's viability in statewide and national elections, emphasizing its appeal to the working class majority. He discussed challenges with rural and older voters' perceptions of socialism and praised Governor Kathy Hochul's luxury second-home tax proposal. Mamdani also addressed his relationship with President Donald Trump, including discussions on foreign policy.
- Zohran Mamdani on NYC campaign promises that haven't been fulfilled 100 days into his term
Zohran Mamdani, 100 days into his New York City mayoral term, discussed unfulfilled campaign promises for universal childcare and free buses on 'CBS Mornings,' while also addressing his working relationship with President Trump.
- NYC Mayor Mamdani calls threat of rich people leaving NYC over taxes 'imagined'
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani dismissed concerns about wealthy residents leaving over high taxes as 'imagined,' citing past tax increases on millionaires that did not lead to exoduses. He highlighted plans to tax luxury properties valued at $5 million or more and discussed initiatives like free busing and universal childcare, contrasting with Governor Kathy Hochul's calls to attract wealthy residents back to New York.