Opinion

Konneh, Egiogu and Coulibaly: Symbols of the Political Prowess of Rising African Immigrant Leaders in New York City

“We have a responsibility to lead and be role models for those who have been marginalized, to demonstrate that the opportunities to excel exist, and to provide a path forward that is unimpeded by prejudice.” – NYC Mayor Eric Adams New York City is a melting pot of diverse cultures, and African immigrants are among […]

Opinion

Eric Adams’ Community Op-ed: Making New York Safer

When I came to office, I inherited a city with many crises, including increasing crime. And my top priority has always been public safety. From day one, I got to work with the Police Commissioner, our Deputy Mayor and our team to make our streets and subways safer. And our public safety strategy is working. New York City is getting safer. 2022 ended with crime trending downward in New York City. In December, we […]

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Mayor Eric Adams’ Op-Ed: Planning for our Children: Pre-School Special Education, Improved Cafeterias and Halal Meals

New York City is justifiably proud of its 3-K and Pre-K programs, which serve tens of thousands of students across the city.  But no program is truly universal if it doesn’t serve the needs of all our students, especially young children with special needs.  These children deserve the same opportunities as their peers in general […]

Opinion

Mayor Eric Adams’ Op-Ed: Action, Care and Compassion – My Administration’s Approach to Addressing Severe Mental Illness

Our city is facing a crisis.  New Yorkers with severe and untreated mental illness are living out in the open, on our streets and in our subways.  They are in danger and need help, yet often, the nature of their illnesses prevents them from seeking the support they require. My Administration is determined to do more […]