What Mamdani Can Do About Homelessness — And What He Has Already Tried
What Mamdani Can Do About Homelessness — And What He Has Already Tried – A policy roadmap for the mayor, based on what has and has not worked so far
Author: Tabatha Southey
Tabatha Southey was born in Russellville, Arkansas, a town where wit often served as both social currency and survival strategy. After earning her degree in journalism from the University of Arkansas, she transformed her sharp observations into a career that blends satire with civic critique. Now based in Washington, D.C., Southey is widely recognized for essays and columns that dismantle political spin and cultural absurdities with biting humor and keen intelligence. Her work has been cited in academic studies of satire’s role in democratic resilience and featured in journalism forums on press freedom. Known for her ability to balance parody with empathy, she gives readers both laughter and perspective, grounding satire in truth-telling. From Russellville’s quiet streets to the capital’s noisy corridors, Southey demonstrates how humor remains democracy’s most enduring watchdog.
MAMDANI: The Fight for a Truly Public University
MAMDANI: The Fight for a Truly Public University – Reclaiming CUNY as a Decolonized Institution
Synagogue Safety and Buffer Zones: Jewish Groups and Mamdani’s Administration Navigate Competing Interests
Synagogue Safety and Buffer Zones: Jewish Groups and Mamdani’s Administration Navigate Competing Interests – Community protection measures and civil liberties tensions define new phase of antisemitism prevention
Mayor Mamdani Cuts City Fines And Fees For Small Businesses
Mayor Mamdani Cuts City Fines And Fees For Small Businesses – Executive Order 11 streamlines 6000 regulations helping entrepreneurs
Staffing and Vetting Improvements Define Early Mamdani Transition Phase
Staffing and Vetting Improvements Define Early Mamdani Transition Phase – Beyond Da Costa incident, transition team establishes tone for administration culture and standards
America Turns 250: Historic Second Ball Relit to Celebrate Declaration of Independence Anniversary
America Turns 250: Historic Second Ball Relit to Celebrate Declaration of Independence Anniversary – Post-midnight celebration marks first time Times Square Ball rises after traditional New Year countdown
Rama Duwaji: The Artist Becoming New York City’s First Lady
Rama Duwaji: The Artist Becoming New York City’s First Lady – Illustrator and SVA alumnus crafts visual narratives while married to incoming mayor-elect, bringing artistic voice to municipal leadership
NYC Winter Weather and Snowfall Forecast
NYC Winter Weather and Snowfall Forecast – Officials provide updates on snow accumulation and safety measures for residents during ongoing winter conditions
Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont Warns Mamdani Policies Could Destabilize Financial Markets
Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont Warns Mamdani Policies Could Destabilize Financial Markets – Blue state leader expresses concern about Wall Street impacts of incoming NYC mayor’s platform
Public Transit Transformation: Mamdani Fast-Tracks Fare-Free Bus Implementation
Public Transit Transformation: Mamdani Fast-Tracks Fare-Free Bus Implementation – Mayor moves to fulfill campaign promise of eliminating bus fares citywide by securing replacement revenue through congestion pricing and MTA efficiency gains
CNN Weighs In: Trump and Mamdani’s Housing Conversation and Its National Implications
CNN Weighs In: Trump and Mamdani’s Housing Conversation and Its National Implications – The cable network’s analysis of a city-federal partnership that could reshape the affordable housing landscape
Who’s Who in Zohran Mamdani’s Administration: Building a Cabinet of Veterans and Fresh Voices
Who’s Who in Zohran Mamdani’s Administration: Building a Cabinet of Veterans and Fresh Voices – NYC Mayor-Elect Announces Diverse Leadership Team Balancing Institutional Experience with Democratic Socialist Principles
Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve 2026: Diana Ross Headlines Star-Studded Lineup
Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve 2026: Diana Ross Headlines Star-Studded Lineup – Legendary performer leads record-breaking 39-artist entertainment spectacular on ABC and streaming platforms
Times Square 2026: Transportation Guide and MTA Service Enhancements for New Year’s Eve
Times Square 2026: Transportation Guide and MTA Service Enhancements for New Year’s Eve – Enhanced subway and commuter rail service supports unprecedented crowd management during historic celebration
NYC Snow Totals and Storm Coverage: Weekend Update
NYC Snow Totals and Storm Coverage: Weekend Update – Meteorologists track snowfall accumulation and prepare residents for continuing winter weather conditions
Elizabeth Street Garden
Adams Designates Elizabeth Street Garden as Parkland, Blocking Mamdani’s Housing Plans New York, NY – In a controversial last-minute move, the Adams administration has officially designated the Elizabeth Street Garden in Nolita as…
Broadway Shutdowns and Traffic Impact: Preparation for Massive Inauguration Celebration
Broadway Shutdowns and Traffic Impact: Preparation for Massive Inauguration Celebration – Seven-block closure along Canyon of Heroes creates logistical challenges for residents and commuters on New Year’s Day
Animal Welfare Crisis Demands Mamdani Administration Action
Animal Welfare Crisis Demands Mamdani Administration Action – Nonprofit advocates push affordable vet care, food pantries, stronger enforcement
The Guardian’s Global Lens on Mamdani’s Washington Gambit
The Guardian’s Global Lens on Mamdani’s Washington Gambit – How international media framed a Queens-born socialist’s Oval Office visit as a story about American contradictions
Concrete Proposals for Community Safety
Mamdani’s Policy Agenda: Material Solutions Beyond the Manufactured Panic NYC’s First Muslim Mayor Faces Coordinated Opposition Over Concrete Proposals for Community Safety As Zohran Mamdani prepares to assume office as…
NYC Economic Initiatives Support Minority Entrepreneurs
NYC Economic Initiatives Support Minority Entrepreneurs – City programs aim to strengthen minority-owned businesses and promote equitable economic growth
Lillian Bonsignore Named New FDNY Commissioner, Bringing 31 Years of EMS Experience to Leadership Role
Lillian Bonsignore Named New FDNY Commissioner, Bringing 31 Years of EMS Experience to Leadership Role – Former Emergency Medical Services Chief Selected as Second Woman to Head Fire Department
Hochul and Mamdani Navigate Ideological Divide on Israel, Housing, Economic Policy
Hochul and Mamdani Navigate Ideological Divide on Israel, Housing, Economic Policy – State and city leaders chart divergent courses on Palestinian aid, property taxes, and social spending
Mamdani Commits $4 Million to Modular Public Restroom Expansion Across Five Boroughs
Mamdani Commits $4 Million to Modular Public Restroom Expansion Across Five Boroughs – Mayor addresses bathroom scarcity with innovative pilot program, first facility planned for West Harlem
Mamdani Defeats Establishment Figures: How Democratic Socialist Upset Cuomo and Sliwa in Historic Primary
Mamdani Defeats Establishment Figures: How Democratic Socialist Upset Cuomo and Sliwa in Historic Primary – From 8% Support to Primary Victory: Mamdani’s Improbable Rise Reshapes NYC Politics
NYC Mayor Clashes With Comptroller Over Israel Bond Investment
NYC Mayor Clashes With Comptroller Over Israel Bond Investment – Mamdani opposes purchasing Israeli government bonds while Levine promises to reinvest.
Antisemitism Concerns and Mamdani Administration
Antisemitism Concerns and Mamdani Administration – Questions raised about appointees and policy positions
The Mamdani-Hochul Relationship: Building Partnership on Child Care Despite Funding Differences
The Mamdani-Hochul Relationship: Building Partnership on Child Care Despite Funding Differences – Governor and Mayor-Elect Align on Universal Child Care Goals While Disagreeing on Revenue Mechanisms
NYC Holiday Events: Theater and Cultural Highlights
NYC Holiday Events: Theater and Cultural Highlights – Holiday-themed theater productions and cultural events provide festive experiences across New York City