Backlogs Snag Citizenship Hopefuls
The government has been unable to handle a surge in citizenship applicants prior to this election cycle. Some applicants who expected to be able to vote for president have yet to be naturalized.
Topic: Politics
It's the Economy, Shlemiel!
Israeli Immigrants in Forest Hills Aren't Impressed by Either Candidate.
Some Food Pantries Close for E-Day
Pantries across Brooklyn turned into polling sites on Election Day.
Signs of the Times on Staten Island
Staten Island's front lawns are covered with political signs – but almost none for John McCain or Barack Obama. With an Obama victory in New York all but assured, Staten Island activist are concentrating on the race to replace disgraced U.S. Rep. Vito Fossella.
Job Seekers Look For Change
Job seekers flocking to the unemployment office in Downtown Brooklyn are hoping the next president will fix the economy. Many are voting for Barack Obama, but realize change won't come overnight.
New Voting Machines On Deck
New high-tech handicap-accessible voting machines will be available in city polling stations for Election Day.
Ethnic Press Gets Election Fever
New York City’s growing ethnic press, usually devoted to community-specific concerns, is riveted to the election.
Angela Gentilcore
Age: 49 Neighborhood: Red Hook, Brooklyn Occupation: Artist First Time V…