Lights Out Logic: Why a Midnight-to-Dawn Curfew Is a Misguided Fix for a Complex City

There’s a certain kind of policy proposal that feels less like a solution and more like a reflex. Something happens, concerns rise, headlines amplify fear or frustration, and suddenly an idea emerges that sounds decisive, bold, and simple. Too simple. That’s exactly what this proposed New York City “lights out” curfew from 11 PM toContinue reading “Lights Out Logic: Why a Midnight-to-Dawn Curfew Is a Misguided Fix for a Complex City”

Survival Over Ideology: Why Zohran Is the Worst Option for NYC Right Now

Let’s be real. I’m a progressive. I believe in fighting for structural change, for social justice, for a city that reflects the values of compassion, equity, and innovation. I’m not a conservative. I’m not a liberal playing safe. And yet, as I look at the 2025 NYC mayoral election, I see something that most people,Continue reading “Survival Over Ideology: Why Zohran Is the Worst Option for NYC Right Now”