Mayor Eric Adams

Local Resistance Exacerbates US Housing Shortage

The fractured nature of American government has created a major obstacle to solving the nation’s housing crisis, but the ROAD to Housing Act, which introduces a framework for federal incentives for zoning reform, could help to reshape how the federal government influences housing.

Disparities in Crime Enforcement Persist in NYC Despite Progress

New York City’s criminal legal system is facing renewed tensions over public safety, enforcement practices, and racial disparities, with recent declines in crime rates and incarceration followed by an uptick in enforcement and incarceration, highlighting the need for a balanced approach to address the issue.