David L. Lewis appears in the following:
Trump’s E.P.A. Pledges to Clean Up NYC’s ‘Most Radioactive Site' – But Funding Is in Question
Monday, November 06, 2017
The Trump administration is promising a $40 million cleanup for a long-toxic chemical-company site in Ridgewood, Queens — while cutting the nation’s Superfund program.
Joan Didion Looks Back
Friday, November 03, 2017
In the documentary “Joan Didion: The Center Will Not Hold,” the writer is profiled by her nephew, filmmaker Griffin Dunne.
How The Republican Tax Bill Would Affect New York and New Jersey
Thursday, November 02, 2017
Many would lose thousands of dollars in federal tax deductions. But the bill also lowers tax rates, increases a child tax credit and eliminates the unpopular alternative minimum tax.
Queens Machine, Part 4: Meet the Boss
Thursday, November 02, 2017
Rep. Joseph Crowley is the fourth most powerful Democrat in Congress — and head of the Queens County Democratic Committee. More on his power and his prospects.
Queens Machine, Part 3: Inside the Belly of the Machine
Wednesday, November 01, 2017
From the original machine —Tammany Hall — to the modern Queens Democratic County Committee.
Queens Machine, Part 2: Fight 'Em or Join 'Em
Tuesday, October 31, 2017
Meet a couple of veteran activists from St. Albans in Queens who make a point of challenging the machine.
Asylum-Seekers Linger Longer Behind Bars
Monday, October 30, 2017
Amid President Trump’s crackdown, those who have fled persecution in their home countries are increasingly being denied parole in detention centers.
Queens Machine, Part 1: You've Got to Pay Your Dues
Monday, October 30, 2017
Two women climbing the political ladder learn the obstacles and opportunities of running for office in Queens.
Leaving the Fold
Friday, October 27, 2017
The documentary “One of Us” follows three members of New York’s Hasidic Jewish community who want to explore a more secular way of life.
The City of Beacon Tries to Live Up to Its Name
Thursday, October 26, 2017
After the election of Donald Trump in 2016, a debate broke out about 65 miles north of New York City in the small city of Beacon: how to protect their most powerless residents.
City Board of Elections Admits It Broke the Law, Accepts Reforms
Tuesday, October 24, 2017
The board announced a tentative settlement in a lawsuit over a massive voter purge ahead of the presidential primary last spring — first reported by WNYC.
Who Are New York’s Dreamers?
Tuesday, October 24, 2017
Despite a nationwide controversy, the 800,000 undocumented immigrants brought here as children have remained largely anonymous. A federal lawsuit yields some clues about who they are.
Life and Work Among The Chimps
Friday, October 20, 2017
The documentary “Jane” plays like a romantic epic, drawing upon rediscovered footage of conservationist Jane Goodall’s early days with a new score by Philip Glass.
Targeted by Trump, National Service Programs to Aid the Poor Are Suffering Cuts
Thursday, October 19, 2017
Three nationwide service programs that have provided scores of low-paid volunteers to work with New York's poor, immigrants and at-risk children have been ended.
Health Care for Undocumented Workers
Friday, October 13, 2017
The documentary "Clinica de Migrantes” combines two hot-button issues in a profile of a Philadelphia clinic that delivers free health care to undocumented workers.
Trump Changed How These Suburbanites Feel About Politics
Thursday, October 12, 2017
They started out on a Facebook page. Now they're the fastest growing activist group in New Jersey, taking on the state's most powerful congressman. Here's how they did it.
Transforming Lives Through Art
Friday, October 06, 2017
In the documentary “Faces Places,” the eminent French filmmaker Agnès Varda teams up with street photographer JR on a journey of making art and transforming lives across France.
Humanitarian Flight Into Puerto Rico — And Back Out
Friday, October 06, 2017
A United Airlines flight out of Newark delivered supplies and relief workers to Puerto Rico. On the way back, it picked up hundreds of evacuees in need.
Congressmen Demand White House Revoke Ivanka Trump Security Clearance
Thursday, October 05, 2017
A WNYC investigation prompts a letter to the White House.
GOP Mayoral Hopeful Pitches Business Leaders
Thursday, October 05, 2017
With the election less than a month away, Republican Nicole Malliotakis is vague on details over her plans for jobs and economic growth.
