David Furst

Host, WNYC/WQXR News

David Furst appears in the following:

This Week in Politics: New Jersey's #MeToo Moment - The State "Really Needed This"

Saturday, February 22, 2020

WNYC
Two months after women described politics in the state as a toxic environment of harassment and assault, some see steps toward meaningful change.

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NJ Senate Judiciary Committee Chair Named in Lawsuit.

Friday, February 21, 2020

The powerful chair of the New Jersey State Senate Judiciary Committee was named in a lawsuit filed this week by a woman who claims he was instrumental in her wrongful imprisonment. 

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This Week in Politics: Another Stab at Killing Plastic Bags in Jersey

Saturday, February 08, 2020

WNYC
With New York's ban set to kick in on March 1st, New Jersey lawmakers continue to wrestle with the latest statewide proposal to reduce plastic waste.

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This Week in Politics: New Yorkers Head To Iowa

Saturday, February 01, 2020

WNYC
The first Democratic nominating contest of the 2020 election season takes place Monday.

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This Week in Politics: Ten Years After Citizens United

Saturday, January 18, 2020

WNYC
New analysis shows the megadonor is more powerful than ever.

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This Week in Politics: Albany's 2020 Session Takes Shape

Saturday, January 11, 2020

WNYC
A budget shortfall and a renewed push to legalize recreational marijuana set the parameters.

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Women In New Jersey Politics Describe Toxic Culture of Sexual Harassment, Assault

Tuesday, December 31, 2019

Twenty women in state politics told NJ Advance Media that despite the #MeToo movement, they are still facing threats and unwanted advances. 

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This Week in Politics: Cuomo's Veto Pen

Friday, December 27, 2019

WNYC
The Governor has used the end of the year to catch up on some of the remaining 935 bills passed by the Democratic legislature in 2019.

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This Week in Politics: The Year in Transportation

Saturday, December 21, 2019

WNYC
As the MTA wraps up its last board meeting of 2019, we look back on a tumultuous year in transit.

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This Week in Politics: Wrapping Up New Jersey's Lame Duck Session

Saturday, December 14, 2019

WNYC
We look at what might get done in the Statehouse – and what will be left on the table.

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New York City Libraries Use a Collection Agency To Go After Late Fines

Thursday, December 05, 2019

New York City's libraries have referred over 500,000 cardholders to a debt collector over the years. 

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This Week In Politics: A South Jersey Power Broker Goes Public

Saturday, November 16, 2019

Democratic boss George Norcross is set to testify before the State Senate on allegations that he crafted a tax program to benefit himself and his family.

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Week Ahead: November 11, 2019

Monday, November 11, 2019

In this week's look ahead: President Trump attends New York's Veterans Day Parade, the MTA board tries to plug holes in its operating budget, and get ready for...hurling.

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"Sesame Street" Has Roots In New York City's Black Community

Monday, November 11, 2019

The heart of "Sesame Street" when it first launched was in Harlem, around 110th Street.

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This Week in Politics: What Other Municipalities Can Teach New York About Ranked-Choice Voting

Saturday, November 09, 2019

WNYC
It's official. Ranked-choice voting is coming. We look at what will change for New York City voters.

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Beatboxers Battle In Brooklyn To Be The Best

Saturday, November 09, 2019

The 10th annual American Beatbox Championships get underway this weekend.

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This Week In Politics: What to Look Out for in New Jersey This Election Day

Saturday, November 02, 2019

All 80 seats in New Jersey's Assembly are on the ballot this year. 

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This Week in Politics: Early Voting Launches in New York

Saturday, October 26, 2019

WNYC
Wait, I can vote on the weekend? Where's my polling site? What you need to know before you head out.

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This Week in Politics: The Politics of Impeachment

Saturday, October 05, 2019

WNYC
How impeachment talk is playing out in New York and New Jersey's swing districts.

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This Week in Politics: Booker Campaign on Financial Life Support

Saturday, September 28, 2019

WNYC
As Cory Booker's presidential campaign enters the 4th quarter, the candidate says it's time to "Grow or get out."

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