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@NYCCouncil Member | Chair of the Committee on Veterans | Co-Chair @NYCCCommonSense

Queens, NY
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@BobHoldenNYC
Robert Holden
2 years
This isn’t a campaign based on party politics: it’s about common sense and saving our state. The status quo doesn’t work. I’m a lifelong Democrat and I’m backing @leezeldin . Read my oped to see why.
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3 months
This is damning: an elected official with illegal tints and out-of-state plates, not legally registered, using his official title to evade the law. Worse yet, he lied about the exchange until NYPD set the record straight. CM Salaam should resign as Public Safety Chair.
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NYPD NEWS
3 months
The New York City Police Department is releasing the following statement after an officer conducted a legal and professional stop of New York City Councilmember Yusef Salaam’s vehicle in the 26th precinct yesterday:
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2 years
We’re at a point of no return. It’s good to see a common sense, bipartisan coalition forming behind @leezeldin . Now’s not the time to vote party. On November, we can vote to save our state, or vote for a crime denier. The choice is clear.
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New York Post
2 years
Why NYC Democrats are supporting Republican Lee Zeldin for governor
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2 years
NYC is better than this. My bill would prevent poor horses, like this latest one today, from suffering or dying on our streets, replacing them with clean, electric carriages like this one. Drivers would be able to work year round and earn more. Drivers and horses deserve better.
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4 months
Here's an idea: Pay your fare, don't resist arrest, and maybe just don't break the law? Doing this should help you avoid arrest. Thank God for the men and women in blue who protect us from total anarchy.
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Jason Rosenberg
4 months
NYPD kicking off 2024 strong by brutally arresting someone for not paying a $2.90 MTA fare at the 7th Ave. F/G station in Brooklyn.
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2 years
We can’t have a governor who dismisses the experiences of NYers and questions why it’s important for @leezeldin to lock up criminals. @KathyHochul teamed up with the criminal coddling socialists to pass cashless bail, Less is More, Raise the Age, HALT Act and discovery laws.
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Robert Holden
1 year
Yesterday, I testified in the @JudiciaryGOP - a rare opportunity for victims to be heard. New Yorkers are tired of their elected officials coddling criminals over victims' rights. Legislatures must listen to constituents and end their push for pro-criminal reforms. (1/2)
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New York Post
1 year
Meet the victims, kin and advocates who testified before the Alvin Bragg House panel
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Robert Holden
2 years
But tell me more about how well this industry cares for its horses.
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Voters For Animal Rights
2 years
Here is carriage owner & driver Ian McKeever brutally beating Ryder the horse after he collapsed yesterday on 9th Ave in Hell’s Kitchen. He slapped the horse, pulled on the bit, and whipped him with reins, all while yelling “GET UP.” #BanHorseCarriages @NYCSpeakerAdams
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Robert Holden
2 years
Look how emaciated poor Ryder is. That didn’t just happen yesterday. If he’s had EPM, why wasn’t it treated? Look at his ribs and wounds. He needs a new home.
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New York Post
2 years
NYC carriage horse on the mend after scary collapse in Manhattan: stable worker
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Robert Holden
9 months
Isn't it crazy how police defunders get to invest in private security? While they get to be safe, the rest of us are vulnerable due to their policies. The double standard is astounding.
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New York Post
9 months
AOC, ‘squad’ spent $1.2M in campaign cash on private security despite calls to defund the police
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Robert Holden
2 years
Today, @leezeldin visited my district to meet with South Asian business owners who are fed up with their businesses being robbed, and their employees assaulted. We need to clamp down on the lawlessness that has taken over our streets. Lee Zeldin will do that.
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Robert Holden
4 years
It’s time for the silent majority to stand up for our brave men and women in blue @NYPDnews
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Robert Holden
9 months
The Public Advocate is a total waste of taxpayer dollars. Even more so when you have someone occupying it who fails to advocate for the public and an office that doesn’t even answer the phones. Get rid of it. #ThePublicHasNoAdvocate
@nypost
New York Post
9 months
NYC pols plot to abolish Jumaane Williams’ public advocate office
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Robert Holden
1 year
Asian Americans are New Yorkers as much as anyone else. This vile racist should be condemned at all costs. I hope @VOCALNewYork cuts ties with someone who espouses such racist hate speech. Disgusting.
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Robert Holden
7 months
This is the face of the DSA and the far left. Any elected official who associates with the DSA should reconsider or be voted out!
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Robert Holden
4 years
Some people already forgot the names of PO Ramos and PO Liu who were shot dead in their patrol car in 2014 after anti-police protests. And PO Famalia, who was 'murdered for her uniform' in 2017. Words matter. Inciting hostility toward the NYPD can have tragic consequences.
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Robert Holden
9 months
For the biggest coward in government, look in the mirror, Jumaane. You call for defunding the NYPD while living securely on an army base. And you have my cell yet you tweet an invite 2-hours before your event while I’m spending the day with my grandkids. #ThePublicHasNoAdvocate
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Jumaane Williams
9 months
As I thought @BobHoldenNYC chickened out. His brand of leadership works best with social media posts using real pain and fear to rile people up, but not in real dialogue or solutions Bob, come on anytime or invite me to your Live, better yet your district to have this discussion
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Robert Holden
2 years
Even liberal pundits on MSNBC acknowledge that New Yorkers don’t feel safe and are tired of pharmacies putting products behind lock and key. @KathyHochul has failed us. This Tuesday is the opportunity to change the direction of our state for the better. Vote for @leezeldin !
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Robert Holden
4 years
This afternoon I sent a letter to @NYGovCuomo asking that he consider using the state-owned Creedmoor property to create more hospital beds if the need arises. I toured the property last year and there is ample space, empty buildings, and even empty housing stock.
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Robert Holden
1 year
It's time to put a stop to those who are hiding their license plates. We can't just let reckless drivers run red lights and speed while their plates are obscured. You either have something to hide or are doing something illegal—or both. @glorioso4ny (1/2)
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Robert Holden
3 months
This is getting ridiculous. We are not obligated to give away the entire store to those who shouldn't be here. Meanwhile, our veterans halls, legions, and posts are crumbling and closing due to a lack of city funding.
@nypost
New York Post
3 months
NYC launches $53M program to hand out pre-paid credit cards to migrant families
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Robert Holden
2 years
I'm a Democrat longer than you're alive. If the party platform is now to further tax its constituents, including those with low income and seniors, you can have it. It's time to elect a Borough President who actually works for Queens, not against it.
@DRichardsQNS
Donovan Richards Jr.
2 years
After he loses this election let’s elect an actual democrat.
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Robert Holden
5 months
Outrageous! Even iconic New York traditions like Thanksgiving parades and Christmas tree lightings are marred by unchecked anarchy. Our bridges and streets are now zones of chaos. It's repelling tourists and driving out dedicated taxpayers. Enough! We MUST regain control NOW!
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Julio Rosas
5 months
The “Flood The Tree Lighting For Gaza” protest is starting out in front of Fox News’ HQ in NYC. Crowd chants “Shut it down!”
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Not surprised to find that @nycpa 's office never answers calls, despite $5 million in taxpayer funding and 63 staff. Leave a voicemail or email? Is this really serving the public? My office always answers constituents.   Time to get rid of the office. #ThePublicHasNoAdvocate
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Robert Holden
2 years
It is with profound sadness that I announce the passing of my beautiful mother, Anne, this morning at the age of 97. Services will be held at Leo F. Kearns Funeral Home 61-40 Woodhaven Blvd, Rego Park, New York 11374.
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Robert Holden
1 year
New Yorkers are being shot, stabbed, assaulted & robbed while our elected officials continue to neuter our police force. Instead of focusing on public safety, we're diminishing the quality of life of New Yorkers under the guise of police reform. The insanity has to stop now!
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Robert Holden
1 year
The answer is NO. The pandemic is over, and these sheds have outlived their purpose. It's time to move on and focus on rebuilding the city.
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Robert Holden
6 months
Tonight, I won my last election to the New York City Council. As I look ahead to the next two years, they will be my final term serving you. Serving in this role has been the honor of a lifetime. Heartfelt thanks to all for your continued support!
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Robert Holden
4 years
NEW: @NYCMayor announces that community #COVID19 testing centers will open in every borough by Monday. People age 65 and older, with pre-existing health conditions, and frontline/essential workers will be given priority. You can call @nyc311 for info about getting tested.
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Mayor Eric Adams
4 years
Join me at City Hall with the latest on COVID-19.
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Robert Holden
4 years
My office recently took down several of these pigs dressed as cops hanging on NYPD speed cameras. We will not tolerate this symbol of hate toward our police, and we’re working with the department to investigate. If you see this in your neighborhood, please report it to my office.
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Robert Holden
3 years
Lawless behavior on our roads is more brazen than ever. This shutter device, seen on a vehicle that was driven recklessly, violates the law by obscuring the vehicle’s plate. We need much better enforcement of reckless driving and illegal plates, including fake and hidden plates.
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Robert Holden
2 years
The murder of Saikou Koma could have been avoided had the judicial system worked in favor of the public, instead of career criminals. It is time that our judges begin throwing the book at violent recidivists, especially those who have multiple arrests for gun crimes. (1/2)
@nypost
New York Post
2 years
NYC teen allegedly murdered 'innocent kid' after getting probation in 2020 shooting
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. @NYCMayor is right: We cannot tolerate students spewing this nonsense. As a former professor, I find the situation at @CUNY disheartening. Our children deserve to learn practical skills for the real world, not be indoctrinated with radicalism. It's time for a cleanse at CUNY
@DailyMail
Daily Mail US
1 year
Eric Adams slams CUNY grad for 'divisiveness' after calling for attacks on 'fascist' police
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The MTA Board's approval of congestion pricing is a blatant assault on every New Yorker who's already struggling to get by. It's a disgusting cash grab that punishes our most vulnerable—those with no choice but to commute from transit deserts. (1/2)
@ABC7NY
Eyewitness News
1 month
#BreakingNews MTA approves congestion pricing tolling plan for New York City
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Robert Holden
4 months
Sounds like many from the outer boroughs, counties, and even states agree: when congestion pricing hits, there will be no reason to go into Manhattan. The congestion tax can't be good for businesses in the CBD. But when have NY elected officials ever paid attention, or cared?
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Robert Holden
9 months
Right to shelter wasn't meant for the whole world. We've been at a tipping point for some time and can't continue down this road. The @NYCCouncil Common Sense Caucus penned a letter to Judge Edwards, asking to ease the burden on New Yorkers by reining in the right to shelter.
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Robert Holden
4 months
A cop enforces the law and finds a gun. Yet some will tell you that ‘This sort of violent broken windows policing does nothing to keep us safe.' Fare beating leads to other issues, and this incident proves it. Either some are clueless, or they're intentionally stirring the pot.
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New York Post
4 months
Suspected farebeater caught carrying loaded gun: police sources
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Robert Holden
2 months
Targeting off-duty employees for sharing their opinions is concerning. It's not as if these people are shutting down bridges or streets; they're exercising their rights outside of work. Using gov resources in this manner is problematic & resembles tactics from the Soviet Union.
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New York Post
2 months
FDNY boss hunts down staffers who booed NY AG Letitia James, cheered for Trump at promotion ceremony
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Robert Holden
2 years
NYers are fed up with do-nothing politicians who refuse to address the real issues they care about. This mother is grieving over the loss of a child. She’s right: @KathyHochul and the State Legislature don’t care because they haven’t lost their kids to career criminals. (1/2)
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Robert Holden
4 years
Weak leadership from our @NYGovCuomo and @NYCMayor allowing gangs of rioters to have their way in Manhattan. Can’t believe our city has fallen so far so fast.
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Robert Holden
6 months
Hey @nyctaxi , could you please update my office regarding the actions that will be taken against a driver who not only tampered with someone else's property but also exhibited reckless driving and displayed hate? Safety and respect should always be paramount.
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Manhattan Mingle
6 months
This morning on the Van Wyck Expwy- Astoria, Queens. A yellow taxicab driver ripped off the Israeli flag from the car next to him & then harassed the driver with reckless driving. License #y2055 Medallion 3e46 @ViralNewsNYC @StopAntisemites @nyc311 @NYCMayorsOffice @AviMayer
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1 year
Where are the protests? Where’s the outrage for this young woman? Or the countless victims assaulted on the streets and subways by the mentally ill? It's disheartening to see silence on these critical issues. Sending thoughts and prayers for her recovery.
@PIX11News
PIX11 News
1 year
A 35-year-old woman who was shoved into a moving train on Sunday is now paralyzed from the neck down and could die from her injuries, prosecutors said Wednesday.
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4 months
Today, I stood with a diverse group of New Yorkers from every corner of the city to announce the filing of a lawsuit against congestion pricing. We're united in stopping this scam tax. It's time to take this battle to the courtroom. It will be a disaster.
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Robert Holden
1 month
To resign.
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Errol Louis (@errol.louis on Threads)
1 month
Tonight on @InsideCityHall , I'm talking with Transportation Commissioner @ydanis . What should I ask him?
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Robert Holden
11 months
This could be the final blow, penalizing hardworking middle-class taxpayers & seniors on a fixed income who depend on driving into Manhattan for crucial appointments.   Let's hope officials from outside the state step up to do what NYS officials should have done: put an end to it
@thehill
The Hill
11 months
The Biden administration has approved of a new tolling program intended to decrease congestion in New York City.
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Robert Holden
1 month
Imagine tweeting this crap, not even a day since a family faces the unthinkable loss of a hero by someone with a rap sheet longer than a CVS receipt. Wasn't Fair Fares supposed to be the cure for fare evasion? Turns out, it wasn’t about the fare after all. 🗑️ 🗑️
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Tiffany Cabán
1 month
The vast majority of those ticketed/arrested for farebeating are NYers of color — the very cohort getting priced out of the city by relentlessly increasing rents and… MTA fares. Rather than address this issue, we’re now going to spend even more public money punishing them? 🗑️🗑️
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Robert Holden
10 months
I've been saying this for years, but it fell on deaf ears: people evading fares aren't doing it because they can't afford it; they're doing it because they can. (1/2)
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New York Post
10 months
Nearly half of over 2,500 NYC fare-beaters arrested this year had active warrants
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Robert Holden
2 years
I passed a bill to allow automatic towing of cars off hydrants, sidewalks and crosswalks. Yesterday, I met with Deputy Mayor for Public Safety Phillip Banks. Precincts must tow vehicles causing a hazard. I don’t care what kind of tow. Let’s just get these cars off our streets!
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FDNY
2 years
A vehicle blocked the fire hydrant at last night’s 2-alarm fire in Brooklyn. A total of 6 civilians and 2 Firefighters were injured. FDNY urges New Yorkers to NEVER park on a fire hydrant.
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Robert Holden
2 years
NY Politicians: The @MTA needs funding, let's add a tax on New Yorkers. Also NY Politicians: *ignore massive fare evasion and MTA squandering taxpayer dollars.*
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Robert Holden
8 months
From 'Broken Windows Policing' to literal broken windows. This is a result of defunding & neutering the police, coupled with changes in laws on cashless bail, Raise the Age, and discovery. New Yorkers are tired of elected officials compromising our safety & quality of life.
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New York Post
8 months
Vandals smash windows on dozens of subway trains, halting service
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Robert Holden
2 years
This #nationalpoliceweek and every week, we support the men and women of the @NYPDnews and appreciate all they do to keep us safe.
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Robert Holden
2 years
When @CNN questioned @KathyHochul on why she wasn’t taking crime seriously, she called New Yorkers dishonest and said they weren’t discussing real solutions. We know what the real solutions are: do away with cashless bail, Less is More, Raise the Age, HALT Act, & others. (1/2)
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Robert Holden
2 years
Congestion pricing is another tax on hardworking New Yorkers. Today I stood with members of the @NYCCouncil ’s Common Sense Caucus to call on @KathyHochul to put the issue to a vote via a referendum. What is she afraid of? The people have a right to decide.
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Robert Holden
4 months
These reports of anarchists shutting down tunnels and bridges are totally unacceptable. We MUST NOT allow this terrorism to continue. Swift and decisive action is needed. Arrest and prosecute them NOW!
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Manhattan Mingle
4 months
(NYC) The Holland Tunnel exit is now closed off by Hamasnicks in their effort to create chaos during morning rush hour. This is part of their organized protest for today “Shut Down Wall Street” called for 9:30am today.
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10 months
NYC to rioters: you can shut the city down, burn and loot, and get paid. (1/2)
@NYDailyNews
New York Daily News
10 months
New Yorkers arrested in 2020 BLM protests poised to get $13M in historic settlement with protesters About 1,380 people arrested during protests between May 28 and June 4, 2020 in NYC are slated to each receive at least $9,950 plus lawyers’ fees.
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Robert Holden
4 years
Last night was a prime example of the damage defunding the police and all the other anti-police legislation, that @NYCCouncil passed, has done to this city. Ten shootings last night, and the uncontrollable fireworks gave the impression of a war torn city. (1/2)
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NYC PBA
4 years
RMP w/ two cops inside takes a bullet to the windshield outside the 40 Pct. stationhouse. Another perp points a gun at cops in Queens. Another throws a lit firework into an NYPD vehicle in Brooklyn. This is the environment that @NYCMayor & @NYCCouncil have created. Unacceptable.
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2 years
. @KathyHochul opened up the floodgates to the ruination of the state when she signed laws allowing for open-drug use. Instead of focusing on drug addicts getting the help they need, she allowed them to feed their addictions while destroying quality of life for NYers. (1/2)
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New York Post
2 years
Gov. Hochul's funding, progressive drug policies transform East Harlem into Zombieland
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Robert Holden
4 months
The congestion pricing scam is nothing but a tax on hardworking New Yorkers. It's a cover for the MTA's relentless squandering of our tax dollars. It's time the MTA tackled fare evasion & rooted out rampant waste and abuse within the agency, rather than penalizing our residents.
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New York Post
4 months
Lower East Side residents sue MTA over $15 congestion toll, claiming it will create a traffic nightmare
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Robert Holden
1 year
Lawlessness in the city has reached unprecedented levels. And I know New Yorkers share this concern. Check out my op-ed to understand why urgent action is needed to address this issue:
@NYPostOpinion
NY Post Opinion
1 year
Yes: This IS the most lawless NYC has ever been
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Robert Holden
9 months
Landlords should not be burdened with teaching civics or informing tenants about their representatives. It's time to put an end to this excessive Nanny State and stop with the Politburo dictates from the City Council.
@nypost
New York Post
9 months
NYC Council Dems’ bill would force landlords to promote incumbents or face hefty fines
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Robert Holden
5 months
I'm baffled at how often we need to repeat this: the congestion tax is a scam that'll harm New York more than help. Narrowing streets & increasing caps on for-hire vehicles create congestion, and then they hit us with a tax for an agency known for squandering money. (1/2)
@CBSNewYork
CBS New York
5 months
Small business owners spoke out Monday about congestion pricing. They say it will have a negative impact on their bottom line, which is already reeling from increased delivery prices. @MKramerTV  reports.
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Robert Holden
9 months
New Yorkers know bail reform was a major mistake. A “horrible system,” like this hardworking immigrant cabbie said. When will our elected officials, like @JumaaneWilliams , prioritize the victims instead of criminals?
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New York Post
10 months
‘Horrible system’: Cabbie beaten on NYC street outraged suspects were let go with slap on the wrist
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Robert Holden
10 months
The congestion tax scam is just that - a SCAM!   Sadly, New Jersey is fighting harder for New Yorkers than our elected officials. @MTA mismanagement is evident, with no service improvement despite several subsidies and our tax dollars being squandered.
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Robert Holden
6 months
These groups are constantly causing disruptions by shutting down parts of the city, vandalizing iconic spots like the New York Library, and even interrupting the Thanksgiving Day Parade. Such tactics hardly win public favor, especially when you justify the actions of Hamas. (1/2)
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New York Post
6 months
Pro-Palestinian protesters glue their hands to 6th Avenue, disrupting Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
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2 months
Ray Kelly hit the nail on the head! It's evident to all but the left that our city is crumbling. The breaking point is far behind us, a consequence of 8 years under de Blasio's policy of decriminalizing quality-of-life offenses. (1/2)
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New York Post
2 months
Ex-NYPD top cop Ray Kelly says NYC quality of life has ‘really deteriorated’ amid crime surge: ‘There’s nobody in charge’
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Robert Holden
1 year
We need to question how a Westchester 'nonprofit' with no city ties, other than a executive being sisters with the DHS Administrator, landed 17 contracts totaling 1.7 billion dollars. Westhab can't run homeless shelters, but the taxpayer dollars keep coming. (1/2)
@nypost
New York Post
1 year
Firm of NYC homeless boss Joslyn Carter’s sister lands $1.7B in shelter contracts
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Robert Holden
4 years
I cannot vote in favor of a budget with such large arbitrary cuts to the NYPD that will make our city less safe, our police officers less respected, and our middle class less supported.
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Robert Holden
4 years
The First Lady's staff costs $2 million for 14 employees. FDNY spends $2 million on roughly 50 EMS workers (with a $40K salary, and some make even less) You tell me which is more wasteful, and who is more important if COVID comes back this fall...
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Joe Borelli
4 years
WE WANT ANSWERS ON LAYOFFS: Why weren’t Early Retirement Initiatives -a proven method of saving city $- pushed before ordering layoffs? If it took 2 ERIs to save 1 job (for example), isn’t that a good solution? Why didn’t you even try getting this through Albany, @NYCMayor ?
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Robert Holden
3 months
Chief Chell is right on bail reform. And honestly, they should just be deported. Period.
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NYPD Chief of Patrol
3 months
"You saw the video. Reprehensible! Cowards!... We must change this, end of story." Chief Chell said earlier today while addressing the violent assault of two officers in Times Square last night. #NYPD
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Robert Holden
4 years
Tying the hands of our men & women in blue, then crying wolf that there’s an uptick in crime is ridiculous. Legislating based on emotion, protest signs & the flavor of the day without looking at long-term effects isn’t rational. You can’t have it both ways.
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Robert Holden
3 months
It's an affront to common sense that we continue to extend every conceivable accommodation to those who disregard our laws while our citizens, including struggling veterans and seniors, are left to fend for themselves. Enough is enough! (1/2)
@nypost
New York Post
3 months
Thousands of migrants quietly put on welfare rolls by Hochul administration
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Robert Holden
12 days
After 44 years at CUNY, let me tell you: if embracing communism was a class, they'd all pass with flying colors! Educating our youth or indoctrinating? You decide. And you’re paying for this!
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Wendy
12 days
Woah! Tax-payer funded @CUNY faculty is disgusting!
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Robert Holden
6 months
Appalled by @JuliaCarmel__ ’s staffer justifying the murder of innocent civilians. This is utterly unacceptable. Salazar and her staff do not represent the values of New Yorkers and are unfit for office. We condemn their actions unequivocally and deserve better.
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Jon Levine
6 months
NEW form me NY State Sen. Julia Salazar’s staff praised Hamas Oct 7 attacks against Israeli civilians: ‘By any means necessary’
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Robert Holden
7 months
Tonight celebrating our 50th Wedding Anniversary and my birthday on the real Columbus Day at the Capital Grille on 42nd Street. A magical night with my beautiful wife Amy!
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Robert Holden
9 months
Today in @NYCCouncil , I grilled the MTA about congestion pricing. This is just another money grab from hardworking NYers.   With the agency's history of overspending & inefficiency, why open the coffers wider? Let's kick this scam to the curb. Give NYers a break & axe the tax!
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Robert Holden
1 year
Are we paying Comptroller Lander's salary for him to protest, engage in activism and run for Mayor? Or should we expect him to prioritize his job of overseeing our finances and auditing providers to prevent waste of our taxpayer dollars? Asking for a friend...
@NYCComptroller
Office of New York City Comptroller Brad Lander
1 year
If you want to call yourself a responsible company in 2023, then you must respect your workers’ right to organize and not interfere when they do. @nbcnewsguild is holding their company accountable for better treatment, fairer contracts, and #JustCause protections.
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Robert Holden
4 months
Jumanne Williams has no idea what it takes to be a cop. He’s clueless. I’ve rode with the cops, and I talk with the COs. This guy is totally disengaged from reality. This is all about handcuffing police. This is all anti-public safety. (1/2)
@nypost
New York Post
4 months
Adams up for bruising veto fight over controversial NYPD bill requiring cops to write reports on nearly everyone they talk to
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Robert Holden
9 months
Only in a twisted society does law enforcement brace for riots because a criminal died while fleeing the police. Suspending the sergeant is a terrible idea: it’ll only make policing much more difficult!
@NYDailyNews
New York Daily News
9 months
EXCLUSIVE | Suspect fleeing Bronx buy-and-bust sting dies when he was knocked off his scooter by NYPD sergeant — who was suspended from his job hours later, police sources say Cops are bracing for possible unrest over the man’s death
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Robert Holden
10 months
Anyone claiming crime is down and safety is just a perception is completely mistaken. Tell that to those randomly attacked by the mentally ill or countless shopkeepers enduring daily shoplifting without any support from 911. I hope these two young girls recover. (1/2)
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New York Post
10 months
Unhinged man randomly attacks girls, 6 and 9, on NYC subway: cops
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Robert Holden
5 months
Supporting Hamas while threatening a fellow Council Member. What a tweet. Vickie is absolutely correct in her stance.
@ShahanaFromBK
Shahana Hanif 🦾
5 months
@VickieforNYC Would love for you to say this to me face to face, Vickie!
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Robert Holden
2 years
Earlier today, I joined animal advocates outside of the Manhattan District Attorney's Office office to call on Alvin Bragg to investigate and prosecute Ryder’s owner for animal cruelty. (1/2)
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Robert Holden
4 years
This afternoon I stopped by the @NYPD110Pct during roll call to tell our officers to stand tall, and stand proud. I always have your backs and so do the residents of this city. Thanks to Captain Jonathan Cermeli and the entire command for welcoming me!
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Robert Holden
1 year
Horse-drawn carriages have no place on our streets. Let’s pass Intro 573, transition to the 21st century, and make for a more humane New York!
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Robert Holden
2 years
. @NYCMayor is right. Our city and state governments have become more concerned with the rights of criminals than with the rights of law-abiding New Yorkers. Time to bring the pendulum back to the middle.
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Robert Holden
1 month
Albany's message is loud and clear: the safety of NYers is of little concern to them. We're living in a Bizarro World that won't change until the architects of reckless legislation acknowledge their social experiment has failed. It's time for Speaker Heastie to wake up.
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New York Post
1 month
NY Assembly Speaker Heastie refuses to back tougher sentences for criminals who attack retail workers
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Robert Holden
10 months
Heartbreaking and senseless. Homod Ali Saeidi, an innocent, law-abiding family man on his way to pray, was brutally robbed of his life by a vicious and heartless degenerate who kills for sport. (1/2)
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New York Post
10 months
Elderly man killed by scooter-riding gunman in NYC rampage was dad of six heading to mosque to pray, son says
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Robert Holden
6 years
Staff Profile: I'd like to introduce everyone to my Acting Chief-of-Staff, Rocky. If you have any questions for him, give him a call right meow. #AdoptDontShop
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Robert Holden
6 months
The state and city treat us like chumps. We all do our own laundry, so migrants should too. Why should we provide laundry, food, and housing to everyone? What's next, paying for their manicures and pedicures? Absurd.
@nypost
New York Post
7 months
Hung out to dry: NYC spending millions to clean migrants’ laundry
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Robert Holden
2 years
Catch me on @Morning_Joe tomorrow morning at 8:45am talking about the brutal horse carriage industry’s horse abuse and cover-ups.
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Robert Holden
8 months
The Common Sense Caucus has consistently warned folks for months, even years, since our initial discussions with federal officials about the border influx. We’ve been clear that the city should turn buses around and stop misinterpreting the Right to Shelter ruling. (1/2)
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New York Post
8 months
Mayor Adams warns migrant crisis will ‘destroy’ NYC during town hall
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Robert Holden
2 years
Twice this week, Kathy Hochul campaigned with criminal coddling socialists in Queens. These are the architects of cashless bail, Less is More, Raise the Age, and others. Hochul isn’t interested in crime. She’s beholden to the people who created the mess we’re in. Vote her out!
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Robert Holden
8 months
Allowing migrants to jump the line will only further open the floodgates. This is not the solution to this crisis.
@nypost
New York Post
8 months
Fast-tracked work visas will only ‘incentivize’ more migrants, NYC pols warn
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Robert Holden
3 months
NYers are clear: they reject the congestion scam tax. Sad when taxpayers resort to legal action because those in office ignore their voices.   Hey @MTA , how about tackling the waste within your agency first? Then, you can make ‘critical improvements' you've neglected for years.
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CBS New York
3 months
As a powerful labor coalition joined a lawsuit to stop the controversial congestion pricing tolling program, MTA officials told @MKramerTV  on Tuesday that the multiple suits are putting the brakes on critical improvement projects.
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Robert Holden
8 days
This is America. We proudly fly the American flag! 🇺🇸 God bless the NYPD.
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New York Post
8 days
Video shows NYPD raising the American flag on City College campus and tossing the Palestinian flag away
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Robert Holden
8 months
Alternate headline: "New Yorkers Applaud Government Action on Unregistered Mopeds"
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Robert Holden
8 months
The migrant crisis will only worsen with open borders and automatic work authorization. Allowing those who claim asylum to jump the line when millions of immigrants went through the process is the wrong move. (1/2)
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Robert Holden
6 months
Appalled at the behavior of high school students harassing a teacher! This is a clear sign of deep-seated intolerance, ignorance, and radicalization. It's evident they're clueless about Middle East history. When did our education system fail so miserably?
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New York Post
6 months
Pro-Israel teacher hides in Queens high school as ‘radicalized’ students riot: ‘They want her fired’
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Robert Holden
8 months
Far-left playbook: Instead of addressing basic budget questions, they resort to virtue signaling and label critics as "right-wing trolls." Such responses only come from elected officials who have never balanced a checkbook and believe money is infinite.
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Shahana Hanif 🦾
8 months
Right-wing trolls will tell you that every penny we spend on asylum seekers is another we can't spend on our City. That's false. I'm committed to fighting with my colleagues for ALL New Yorkers, no matter where you come from. We cannot let ourselves be divided.
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Robert Holden
2 years
. @nycmayor is absolutely right. Albany legislators who still cling to bail elimination are doing to this city what Mr. Abrokwa did to that poor lady on the platform. Enough is enough.
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