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de Blasio
Coverage of de Blasio in the Nexus archive.
- Op-ed | Allowing Rikers Island citizens to vote keeps them connected to community, and democracy
The article highlights that over 5,500 people detained on Rikers Island in June 2026 are awaiting trial and retain their right to vote under U.S. Supreme Court rulings. Despite this, low voter participation—only 5-8% in most years and 335 ballots counted in the 2025 election—persists due to systemic challenges. Advocates urge statewide legislation to ensure voting access, including establishing a poll site on Rikers Island.
- Ex-mayors join Hochul, Tisch and thousands at NYC’s Israel parade — while No-Show Zo bizarrely rides bike around town in business suit and no helmet
Ex-mayors joined Hochul, Tisch, and thousands at NYC’s Israel parade. No-Show Zo rode a bike around town in a business suit without a helmet.