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Can Jews Gather Without Harassment in Today’s New York?

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 1326 implied HN points • 10 Feb 26
📰 News New York
  1. Jews are being harassed even inside long-standing community institutions, where protesters intimidate and confront attendees.
  2. Anti-Israel demonstrations increasingly target Jewish people personally rather than just criticizing policy, turning political protest into personal harassment.
  3. The escalation to physical assaults and aggressive tactics makes it difficult for Jewish communities to gather safely in public spaces.

Ka-ching: $18.3 M + $65 M = $83.3 million verdict against Trump

Lucian Truscott Newsletter • 6368 implied HN points • 26 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics New York
  1. Manhattan jury awarded $18.3 million in compensatory damages and $65 million in punitive damages against Trump in E. Jean Carroll defamation trial.
  2. Trump criticized the verdict, claiming his First Amendment rights were taken away, and stated he would appeal.
  3. New York Attorney General aims to penalize Trump $370 million in a separate case for lying on loan and insurance applications.

New York City part three

Tao Lin • 339 implied HN points • 02 Jun 24
🎭️ Culture New York
  1. Listening to your own lectures can help you find areas to improve. It’s a good way to reflect on your speaking skills.
  2. Practicing regularly can enhance your performance for future presentations. Each time you present, you can get a little better.
  3. Seeking feedback from others can provide new insights. Getting different perspectives can help you grow as a speaker.

New Yorkers Get Their Right To Repair Today. Here’s What You Need to Know.

Fight to Repair • 98 implied HN points • 28 Dec 23
🕹 Technology New York
  1. New Yorkers have the right to repair electronics starting today due to the Digital Fair Repair Act, signed by Governor Kathy Hochul last year.
  2. The law necessitates manufacturers to provide repair information, tools, and parts for digital electronic equipment sold after July 1, 2023, but there are some exemptions like medical equipment and motor vehicles.
  3. Enforcement and implications of the law, along with challenges from industry groups, are expected, but it's already encouraging manufacturers like Apple and Google to enhance repair options.

The State Of Gun Violence In The State of New York

Jeff-alytics • 117 implied HN points • 24 Jul 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics New York
  1. Shooting data in New York shows a positive trend with declining gun violence in the state.
  2. Gun violence trends in New York City have also seen a significant decrease in shooting victims.
  3. The available data from New York provides valuable insights, but it's uncertain if the declining gun violence trend will be mirrored in other states.
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New York City Democrats may pick a socialist Muslim who has basically never worked as their mayoral candidate

Unreported Truths • 62 implied HN points • 24 Jun 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics New York
  1. New York City Democrats might choose a candidate who is a socialist and has limited work experience. His main proposal is to freeze rents in a city with a housing shortage.
  2. The city's housing issues are complex, and a rent freeze could lead to more problems rather than solutions. It's important to understand the broader factors that contribute to high living costs.
  3. Even if this candidate wins the primary, it might not be good for the city or the Democratic Party. Changes he proposes could seriously affect New York's future.