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John Ketcham
Senior fellow and Director of Cities at the Manhattan Institute, focused on local elections, housing, and urban policy, appearing to discuss New York City primary reform and election systems.
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Nov 4, 2025
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PREVIEW: Will Kaback talks with John Ketcham
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In this insightful discussion, John Ketcham, a Senior Fellow at the Manhattan Institute, unpacks the intricacies of New York City's closed primary system. He sheds light on the public's desire for primary reform, juxtaposed with political hurdles preventing meaningful change. Ketcham also explains how special interest groups exploit low-turnout elections to solidify their influence. With a critical look at the failed charter revision proposal, he emphasizes the disconnect between public support for reform and political action, revealing a crucial aspect of urban policy.
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