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Path-Blazing Pol Gets Street Honor
Part of Jefferson Avenue has been renamed Bertram L. Baker Way in honor of the late assemblyman, who became Brooklyn's first African-American elected official in 1948.
Topic: Politics
Blind Learn New Way to Vote
The Board of Elections held a demonstration on how to use the city's new voting machines at the Jewish Guild for the Blind in Manhattan.
Ballot is Out on New Voting Machines
After a somewhat rocky initial run September's primary, the city's new electronic voting machines will face their toughest test yet during the Nov. 2 general election.
Running for Mayor – and Boy are Their Legs Tired!
Michael Bloomberg and Bill Thompson aren't the only two politicians running for mayor.
Mom's the Word On Elections
Getting elected takes connections and cash. But some candidates also rely on the closest connection of all – mom – free of charge.
Buckley Got FBI's Kudos – and Wrath
Conservative standard-bearer William F. Buckley maintained ties with longti…
Hoover Gave ’em Hell Over Truman
Amid talk that Caroline Kennedy might be named as a U.S. senator, newly dis…
Seniors Vote With Eye on the Future
The Jewish Home for the Aged on W. 106th St. provided older and disabled vo…