Reforming Brooklyn Politics: Tony Melone and the New Kings Democrats Lead the Charge for Progressive Change

Reforming Brooklyn Politics: Tony Melone and the New Kings Democrats Lead the Charge for Progressive Change

By Janet Howard In a compelling interview on People Power & Politics, Tony Melone, President of the New Kings Democrats (NKD), laid out a transformative vision for Brooklyn’s Democratic Party focused on inclusivity, transparency, and empowering working-class communities. “The Brooklyn Democratic Party represents over a million Democrats,” Melone said. “But it spends more time catering […]

Call for DOE to Develop Curriculum on Religious Diversity

Call for DOE to Develop Curriculum on Religious Diversity

Photo credit:  ESB Professional / shutterstock.com  Resolution 95, sponsored by Council Member Shahana Hanif, would call upon the New York City Department of Education to consult with faith-based organizations to develop and provide all grade levels with a curriculum that focuses on religious diversity. The resolution also calls for providing professional development focused on religious […]