Alyssa Katz
@alykatzz.bsky.social
Editor-in-Chief, @forward.com
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The GSA is conducting a series of tours of endangered murals by Ben Shahn, Philip Guston, and others at the Wilbur J. Cohen Federal Building.
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GSA Art Tours
The U.S. General Services Administration cares for the nation's largest public art collection, which spans more than 170 years of American creativity and talent, and includes major holdings of New De...
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January 28, 2026 at 11:01 PM
The GSA is conducting a series of tours of endangered murals by Ben Shahn, Philip Guston, and others at the Wilbur J. Cohen Federal Building.
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It’s my first day at @jdforward! Where inspiring stories like this one about a growing congregation in South Philly are all in a day’s work.
A Millennial rabbi built a synagogue where others have closed. Her maverick ideas are becoming a model.
An Orthodox synagogue led by a woman is thriving in South Philly. With no dues and an inclusive design, the Shtiebel offers a new model.
forward.com
January 28, 2026 at 4:04 PM
It’s my first day at @jdforward! Where inspiring stories like this one about a growing congregation in South Philly are all in a day’s work.
I am stuck in Montevideo, in full summer, with FOMO’s cousin, SNOMO. Fourth pic is the prison turned shopping mall.
January 25, 2026 at 1:18 PM
I am stuck in Montevideo, in full summer, with FOMO’s cousin, SNOMO. Fourth pic is the prison turned shopping mall.
In which I learn of the existence of a Katz family crest. But can’t see it.
He Helped Make Mamdani. Can He Make Others?
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January 25, 2026 at 12:41 PM
In which I learn of the existence of a Katz family crest. But can’t see it.
Congratulations, @smaldo.bsky.social!
Judd Legum and Samantha Maldonado win Nyhan Prizes - The Shorenstein Center
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January 21, 2026 at 11:47 AM
Congratulations, @smaldo.bsky.social!
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remembering when my mom worked at the ADL in the early 2000s when I was a kid and when I visited her office we talked about a project to specifically combat anti-Haitian hate crimes
From @arnorosenfeld.bsky.social, a deeply reported look at how the ADL detached from civil rights organizations allied in fighting anti-semitism, under pressure from the right. Which now leaves it poorly equipped to build coalitions essential keeping Jews connected to other groups.
The ADL’s turn away from civil rights was years in the making — Oct. 7 accelerated it
The ADL has focused mostly on antisemitism since Oct. 7, but the move away from historic civil rights work began long before.
forward.com
January 15, 2026 at 9:08 PM
remembering when my mom worked at the ADL in the early 2000s when I was a kid and when I visited her office we talked about a project to specifically combat anti-Haitian hate crimes
From @arnorosenfeld.bsky.social, a deeply reported look at how the ADL detached from civil rights organizations allied in fighting anti-semitism, under pressure from the right. Which now leaves it poorly equipped to build coalitions essential keeping Jews connected to other groups.
The ADL’s turn away from civil rights was years in the making — Oct. 7 accelerated it
The ADL has focused mostly on antisemitism since Oct. 7, but the move away from historic civil rights work began long before.
forward.com
January 15, 2026 at 9:04 PM
From @arnorosenfeld.bsky.social, a deeply reported look at how the ADL detached from civil rights organizations allied in fighting anti-semitism, under pressure from the right. Which now leaves it poorly equipped to build coalitions essential keeping Jews connected to other groups.
A view I will miss.
January 12, 2026 at 9:21 PM
A view I will miss.
I'm going through old notebooks @thecity.nyc and found a 2019 interview with now-City Council Speaker Julie Menin, when she led NYC census outreach. She asked New Yorkers to "send a message to the Trump administration" on its push to not count immigrants: "This is in my belief a war on immigration."
January 12, 2026 at 8:32 PM
I'm going through old notebooks @thecity.nyc and found a 2019 interview with now-City Council Speaker Julie Menin, when she led NYC census outreach. She asked New Yorkers to "send a message to the Trump administration" on its push to not count immigrants: "This is in my belief a war on immigration."
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@mayor.nyc.gov joined hundreds of striking nurses outside New York-Presbyterian Hospital.
January 12, 2026 at 5:03 PM
@mayor.nyc.gov joined hundreds of striking nurses outside New York-Presbyterian Hospital.
Two fatal NYPD shootings in the last 24 hours. Nothing from Mamdani yet.
Police fatally shoot man in West Village who pointed gun at officers that turned out fake
The confrontation happened after the man was involved in a car collision and got out of his BMW, according to the NYPD.
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January 9, 2026 at 2:10 PM
Two fatal NYPD shootings in the last 24 hours. Nothing from Mamdani yet.
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Here's your very occasional reminder to follow @wfmu.bsky.social for daily announcements of special programs on the world's greatest radio station, including its web-only streams. Very low-noise account. Or check here anytime for a full listing: www.wfmu.org/upcoming
January 9, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Here's your very occasional reminder to follow @wfmu.bsky.social for daily announcements of special programs on the world's greatest radio station, including its web-only streams. Very low-noise account. Or check here anytime for a full listing: www.wfmu.org/upcoming
Now that Mamdani has accepted Strauber's resignation, he'll have to nominate his own Department of Investigation commissioner for the City Council to approve. Bill de Blasio chose his own campaign treasurer! Who proved too independent for the mayor's liking.
The head of integrity for New York City government, the one who brought down Eric Adams, has tendered her resignation, @gregbsmithnyc.bsky.social reports.
City Anti-Corruption Chief Jocelyn Strauber Tenders Her Resignation
Strauber, appointed by Eric Adams to head the Department of Investigation, helmed the joint probe with the FBI and state and federal prosecutors that resulted in his indictment and charges against top...
www.thecity.nyc
January 8, 2026 at 8:53 PM
Now that Mamdani has accepted Strauber's resignation, he'll have to nominate his own Department of Investigation commissioner for the City Council to approve. Bill de Blasio chose his own campaign treasurer! Who proved too independent for the mayor's liking.
The head of integrity for New York City government, the one who brought down Eric Adams, has tendered her resignation, @gregbsmithnyc.bsky.social reports.
City Anti-Corruption Chief Jocelyn Strauber Tenders Her Resignation
Strauber, appointed by Eric Adams to head the Department of Investigation, helmed the joint probe with the FBI and state and federal prosecutors that resulted in his indictment and charges against top...
www.thecity.nyc
January 8, 2026 at 3:37 PM
The head of integrity for New York City government, the one who brought down Eric Adams, has tendered her resignation, @gregbsmithnyc.bsky.social reports.
Mamdani's now-official partner in governing New York City is a Manhattan moderate who has lately kept the mayor close.
Council Votes in New Speaker Julie Menin, a Moderate Counterpoint to Mamdani
The Upper East Side City Council member, a government veteran, stresses practical goals as well as aspirations for New Yorkers.
www.thecity.nyc
January 7, 2026 at 8:57 PM
Mamdani's now-official partner in governing New York City is a Manhattan moderate who has lately kept the mayor close.
Mamdani kept on Eric Adams' head of minority business contracts and touted his record of success. That record? The MTA inspector general found significant distortions. @gregbsmithnyc.bsky.social with his first investigation of the Mamdani era.
Mamdani Diversity Chief Cherry-Picked Numbers, MTA Watchdog Found
Adams holdover Michael Garner ran a program nurturing minority businesses, but a report he oversaw hyping its success excluded 80% of the program's participants, according to the MTA’s inspector gener...
www.thecity.nyc
January 6, 2026 at 11:19 PM
Mamdani kept on Eric Adams' head of minority business contracts and touted his record of success. That record? The MTA inspector general found significant distortions. @gregbsmithnyc.bsky.social with his first investigation of the Mamdani era.
I'll be leaving @thecity.nyc in a week and what a lovely parting gift: sharing in two @newswomensclubofny.bsky.social awards, for work with @mhollie.bsky.social and Debbie Nathan. So much other good work too among the winners.
Front Page Awards — THE NEWSWOMEN'S CLUB OF NEW YORK
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January 6, 2026 at 2:38 PM
I'll be leaving @thecity.nyc in a week and what a lovely parting gift: sharing in two @newswomensclubofny.bsky.social awards, for work with @mhollie.bsky.social and Debbie Nathan. So much other good work too among the winners.
New operator sought for the Coney Island Amphitheater and the cavernous bar/restaurant space next door. I'm rooting for @bowerypresents.bsky.social.
Operator(s), Coney Island Amphitheater and Childs Building RFP
Pursuant to this request for proposals (“RFP”), New York City Economic Development Corporation (“NYCEDC”) is seeking proposals (“Proposals�
edc.nyc
January 6, 2026 at 2:32 PM
New operator sought for the Coney Island Amphitheater and the cavernous bar/restaurant space next door. I'm rooting for @bowerypresents.bsky.social.
There is a more than zero probability that these consumer advocacy efforts nudge targeted businesses out of NYC. There is a reason we don't have a single Walmart in the five boroughs.
This is excellent! I hope @saalevine.bsky.social looks into the Crunch gyms in NYC, they love junk fees and their cancellation process is a byzantine scam.
Junk fee executive order in NYC, nice one Mamdani.
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January 5, 2026 at 8:33 PM
There is a more than zero probability that these consumer advocacy efforts nudge targeted businesses out of NYC. There is a reason we don't have a single Walmart in the five boroughs.
The view from lower Manhattan, where ecstatic Venezuelans spoke with @gwynnefitz.bsky.social and faced off with antiwar protesters.
Venezuelans Cheer as Maduro Faces Federal Charges In Manhattan Courthouse
A smaller group of counter-protesters separated by police barriers decried what one called as “an illegal act of war.”
www.thecity.nyc
January 5, 2026 at 8:16 PM
The view from lower Manhattan, where ecstatic Venezuelans spoke with @gwynnefitz.bsky.social and faced off with antiwar protesters.
Eric Adams suspended the jail standards code for his entire administration by continually reissuing executive orders. The last one expires today.
Adams Suspended Jail Rules Banning Solitary. Will Mamdani End the ‘Emergency’ Monday?
The new mayor is immediately confronted with an expiring executive order and a federal case that has headed off a City Council law sharply restricting solitary confinement.
www.thecity.nyc
January 5, 2026 at 3:13 PM
Eric Adams suspended the jail standards code for his entire administration by continually reissuing executive orders. The last one expires today.
I am really glad I do not have a bot tracking my typos.
January 5, 2026 at 2:02 PM
I am really glad I do not have a bot tracking my typos.
New year, new mayor, news. From @katiehonan.bsky.social & @clauirizarry.bsky.social.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani Takes Oath of Office Before Thousands of Supporters
Delighted backers from the five boroughs and beyond braved freezing temperatures to witness the young insurgent take power as a mayor “for all” New Yorkers.
www.thecity.nyc
January 1, 2026 at 8:52 PM
New year, new mayor, news. From @katiehonan.bsky.social & @clauirizarry.bsky.social.
Happy new year, folks!
January 1, 2026 at 6:15 PM
Happy new year, folks!