
NYC NOW SPECIAL EXTENDED EPISODE: Mayor Eric Adams speaks with Brian Lehrer
Jan 29, 2024
Mayor Eric Adams speaks with Brian Lehrer about various topics, including his declaration of social media as an “environmental toxin”, Councilmember Yusef Salaam’s traffic stop, the vetoing of the 'How Many Stops' bill, housing, and funding for pre-k programs. They also discuss the impact of social media on young people and the need for policy-level interventions. Additionally, they address concerns about budget cuts in education, travel to Venezuela, understanding the national response to the immigration problem, affordable housing plans, and opposition to development in NYC.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The Impact of Social Media on Young People
02:09 • 13min
Budget cut in education, misalignment of seats, and travel to Venezuela
14:58 • 2min
Understanding the National Response to the Immigration Problem
16:46 • 2min
City Council Member's Traffic Stop and Affordable Housing Plans
18:28 • 5min
Discussion on Opposition to Development and Progress in New York City
23:13 • 3min
