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Eight Ideas to Drive New York’s Economic Recovery Now
(Posted on Friday, September 17, 2021)
By Jonathan Bowles and Winston Fisher
It’d be foolish to bet against New York City, but a full and robust comeback from the COVID-19 crisis is not guaranteed without bold action. It’s increasingly clear that the city’s recovery isn’t like any other. Companies are delaying return to work plans, the 10.2% … read more
NYC badly needs a healthy Midtown
(Posted on Thursday, August 26, 2021)
By Ken Fisher and Winston Fisher
We are now celebrating “The Summer of NYC,” and in some ways, it feels like we’re back. Many New Yorkers have come out to rediscover restaurants, ballgames, open streets and parks, while some tourists have returned to experience the magic of New York City.
It’s not … read more
Winning the Political Marathon
(Posted on Monday, February 15, 2021)
The Democratic Party has clear evidence—and a mandate—for pragmatic, pro-growth policies that benefit everyone. We can’t go back to business as usual.
By Winston Fisher and Sly James
Two months and one attempted coup later, the dust is finally starting to settle on one of the most unsettling election cycles … read more
The Morning After in Arizona
(Posted on Thursday, December 3, 2020)
Mark Kelly’s successful bid for John McCain’s seat in the U.S. Senate is potentially a model for opportunity and hope.
By Winston Fisher and Sly James
Like many Americans, Arizonans woke up for days after November 3rd needing an extra cup of black coffee. An exhausting election night turned into an … read more
The Debates:
It’s the Policy, Stupid
(Posted on Tuesday, September 29, 2020)
In the presidential debates, much ado will be made about the clash of personalities and about who is lying to whom, but everyday Americans are desperate to hear about policies that will actually improve their lives.
By Winston Fisher and Sly James
The first of three presidential debates will happen tonight in … read more
How Biden’s plan for childcare and pre-K education should reframe how Democrats talk about families and the economy
(Posted on Monday, August 24, 2020)
Democrats have ceded pro-family and pro-economy rhetoric to Republicans for years. Now it’s time to claim it back with policies for investing in children and families.
By Mayor Sly James & Winston C. Fisher
Recently, Joe Biden announced a $775 billion plan to help working parents, … read more
Our Schools: Bridging the Skills Gap
(Posted on Monday, August 10, 2020)
When kids DO go back to school, what should they expect?
By Winston Fisher and Sly James
Everyone is up in arms about schools reopening this fall—as they should be. At a bare minimum, going to school should not come with threats of bodily harm. But while most of … read more