The People's Guide To Power: The Power Of Puerto Rico, And The Latino Vote In NY
WNYC/Gothamist senior political reporter Brigid Bergin hosts a conversation about the political impact of voters with ties to Latin America.
NY State Senator Gustavo Rivera On Puerto Rico As NYC's Sixth Borough
First, a look at the politics of Puerto Ricans in New York. NY State Senator Gustavo Rivera, who represents parts of the Bronx, and who was born in Puerto Rico, talks about the politics of New Yorkers with ties to the island territory, and to what extent he agrees with Mayor Eric Adams' description of Puerto Rico as NYC's 'Sixth Borough."
Latino Representation In New York, And Across The Country
Next, former New York City Council Speaker Melissa Mark-Viverito discusses the broader political landscape of issues of concern to Latino communities, the history of federal storm recovery efforts in Puerto Rico and how Latino representation in government (or the lack of it) translates into policy.
Reporters Roundtable And Latino/Latina Voter Calls
Then, WNYC/Gothamist's 'People and Power' desk editor David Cruz, and Debralee Santos, editor and publisher of The Manhattan Times and The Bronx Free Press, bring their reporting and analysis on the role of Latino and Latina voters in some key races this midterm season.
Plus, voters with ties to Latin America call in with their thoughts and political priorities.
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