It always takes a scandal to bring about reform.

I cant solve the poverty problem, but there are things you can do to mitigate its effects on kids.

It's an intolerable abuse of power to have employees who are supposed to be advancing the public interest actually working on political campaigns.

By regulating marijuana, we can put black market drug dealers out of business and eliminate the rebellious allure that attracts young people.

Even the best parents have to spend so much time making ends meet that they cannot help their kids with homework or afford the extra tutoring that wealthier students enjoy. To address these unjust disparities, we need an early education revolution.

At the end of the day, New Yorkers need a mayor who understands the problems they face, brings a smart plan and good people to the table, and, more than anything, has the independence, courage and conviction to do the right thing.

It always takes a scandal to bring about reform.