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Women Are The Changemakers in War And Peace

Women Are The Changemakers in War And Peace

Op-Ed: We must acknowledge and implement the crucial role of women to bring peace to end the Israel-Hamas war.
It's Just Two Old Guys In a Cadillac

It's Just Two Old Guys In a Cadillac

Op-Ed: This should be a presidential election where all the old guys slide over, hang up the nice suits and let a different generation cook.
Letter to The Editor: Celebrating Dr. Josephine English

Letter to The Editor: Celebrating Dr. Josephine English

Dr. English's legacy carries on through the work at Brooklyn Plaza Medical Center in Fort Greene.
Empowering NYC’s Aging Population as Climate Change Heats Up

Empowering NYC’s Aging Population as Climate Change Heats Up

Op-Ed: We have so much to learn from older adults in the age of climate change. It’s time we started listening.
End SNAP Fraud to Protect New Yorkers And Their Tax Dollars

End SNAP Fraud to Protect New Yorkers And Their Tax Dollars

Op-Ed: We must understand how and why SNAP fraud keeps occurring to prevent further theft.
Do we Need Exclusive Bus Lanes on Flatbush Avenue?

Do we Need Exclusive Bus Lanes on Flatbush Avenue?

Op-Ed: Before the DOT makes a decision on installing dedicated bus lanes, the effect on surrounding traffic and businesses that rely on car traffic must be considered.
Mental Health Services Should Be On Site in Vulnerable Housing Communities

Mental Health Services Should Be On Site in Vulnerable Housing Communities

Op-Ed: The interconnectedness of the mental health and housing crises in New York City create devastating consequences for individuals and entire communities.
City of Yes: A Little More Housing in Every Neighborhood

City of Yes: A Little More Housing in Every Neighborhood

Op-Ed: The only way to solve the housing crisis is to build more.
Summer Safety Tips From a Brooklyn Emergency Medicine Physician

Summer Safety Tips From a Brooklyn Emergency Medicine Physician

Op-Ed: Summer is a time for fun and relaxation, but it's crucial to prioritize safety to make sure everyone enjoys the season without harm.
Ditch The Vape For a Smoke-Free Summer

Ditch The Vape For a Smoke-Free Summer

Op-Ed: Instead of smoking or vaping, blow off some steam by riding a bike, taking a swim at a neighborhood pool or simply stop and smell the roses.