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  Brad Lander · [email protected]
August 26, 2024 at 1:21 AM

Flashing forward

  John, It’s the end of August, and undoubtedly your inbox is crowded with back to school reminders, end of summer sales… and Democratic fundraising emails. And look, I know — since launching my campaign for Mayor, we’ve been sending you a lot of emails. So I wanted to take a quick…
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  Brad Lander · [email protected]
August 24, 2024 at 1:07 PM

All our kids

  Dear John, Wow. What a night last Thursday. And what a week. I wrote you last Sunday night from LaGuardia, waiting for my flight, which wound up being canceled amidst thunderstorms. So Assemblymember Latrice Walker (whom I ran into at the airport, along with her daughter) and I d…
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  Brad Lander · [email protected]
August 22, 2024 at 8:06 PM

re: Affordability

  John, It’s the last day of the DNC convention in Chicago, and between all the balloons, inspiring speeches, and dazzling graphics, Democrats are hard at work organizing behind the issues. From breakout sessions on “Solutions to America’s Housing Crisis” and student debt relief, t…
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  Comptroller Brad Lander · [email protected]
August 21, 2024 at 8:38 PM

My response to Rep. Jim Jordan

Dear John,  When U.S. House Judiciary chairs Rep. Jim Jordan and Rep. Thomas Massie send your office a letter demanding information about the New York City pension funds’ responsible investing efforts, what do you do?  You reply with a letter providing the details requested – but you make the syste…
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  Comptroller Brad Lander · [email protected]
August 20, 2024 at 3:51 PM

re: August

Pension returns, audit findings, and more What an eventful few weeks it’s been, John. From our hard-hitting investigation into the City’s $432 million no-bid contract with DocGo to rallying with UAW workers, it’s been a busy August in the Comptroller’s Office as we work to make our city more afforda…
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  Brad Lander · [email protected]
August 20, 2024 at 2:14 AM

Your top #3 issues, John

Share what’s on your mind here:   Greetings from the DNC Convention, John. From AFT to the New York State Nurses Association, I was thrilled to see so many unions represented. At today’s Labor Caucus meeting, we heard from RWDSU President Stuart Appelbaum on how American workers are…
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  Brad Lander · [email protected]
August 19, 2024 at 12:14 AM

Heading to Chicago

It’s great to feel joy — and hope for a shared democratic future.   Dear John, I’ll admit it: a month ago, when I thought about attending the 2024 Democratic National Convention, I imagined myself trudging toward Chicago, glumly trying to stave off doom in the fight for our democrac…
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  LanderForNYC.com · [email protected]
August 16, 2024 at 10:37 PM

This email is not a subpoena

  Dear John, This email is not a subpoena from the Southern District of New York. It’s a call to join over 1,200 New Yorkers—most of them first-time donors—who have contributed to Brad Lander’s grassroots campaign for mayor since we launched. Before you log off for the weekend, can…
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  Brad Lander · [email protected]
August 16, 2024 at 2:00 PM

Sen. Iwen Chu needs our help

South Brooklyn deserves this dedicated leader   Dear John, What a political whirlwind this last month has been! All eyes are on Washington, and Americans across the country are answering the call to elect Kamala Harris as the 47th President of the United States. I know I’m all-in — …
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  Comptroller Brad Lander · [email protected]
August 15, 2024 at 6:11 PM

3 takeaways from the FY 2025 Adopted Budget

I presented my analysis today Dear New Yorkers,   Today was the annual New York State Financial Control Board (FCB) meeting where I presented our office’s full analysis of New York City’s FY 2025 Adopted Budget. Since 1975, at the height of the fiscal crisis, the FCB convenes to review and provide o…
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  Team Lander · [email protected]
August 15, 2024 at 3:45 PM

John, you’re part of our plan

Today is the very first mid-month deadline of our new campaign.   John, Today is our very first mid-month fundraising deadline since we launched Brad’s campaign for mayor. Can you please rush in a contribution of any amount now? If you've saved your payment information with ActBlu…
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  Rebecca Rodriguez (via LanderforNYC.com) · [email protected]
August 14, 2024 at 6:58 PM

On file for John

Your official Brad Lander for NYC Mayor Supporter Record   Hi John, this is Rebecca Rodriguez from Brad Lander’s campaign for mayor! I haven’t reached out before, so I wanted to take a moment to introduce myself. As a native New Yorker, organizer, and Senior Advisor to Brad’s campai…
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  Comptroller Brad Lander · [email protected]
August 13, 2024 at 5:17 PM

Household debt in NYC

Our August economic report is here No. 92 - August 13, 2024 New York by the Numbers  Monthly Economic and Fiscal Outlook  READ MORE Photo Credit: marchello74/Shutterstock A Message from the Comptroller Dear New Yorkers, Here at the Comptroller’s office, we have many critical responsibilities. But t…
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  LanderforNYC.com · [email protected]
August 13, 2024 at 2:29 PM

Some good news, and some not-so-good news

Two weeks into this campaign, we can’t lose momentum   John — We have some good news, and some not-so-good news. The good news is that when Brad announced his campaign for Mayor of New York City, we saw a massive surge of support. It’s clear that New Yorkers are hungry for stronger,…
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  Brad Lander · [email protected]
August 12, 2024 at 12:15 AM

Help us launch?

I’m sorry to reach out on a Sunday evening, but I really need your support.   John, I’m sorry to reach out on a Sunday evening, but it’s been pretty busy lately, and I was looking for a quiet minute. First of all, I want to say thank you. Whether you’ve watched our launch video, sha…
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  Brad Lander · [email protected]
August 9, 2024 at 4:52 PM

3 reasons I love this city

  Dear John, We fall in love with this city over and over again for a pretty simple reason. The people. Today, I want to share with you three reasons why I love this city. Three community leaders who make New York so very special. Three people who exemplify our values — grinding ou…
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  LanderforNYC.com · [email protected]
August 8, 2024 at 10:18 PM

Millions of taxpayer dollars wasted

  Millions of taxpayer dollars wasted, John. That’s the result of the Adams Administration’s negligent and haphazard management of the city’s contract with DocGo — the controversial medical services company hired by Mayor Adams to provide shelter and casework for asylum seekers (de…
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  Team Lander · [email protected]
August 7, 2024 at 7:11 PM

On the picket line

  John — What’s disgusting? Union busting. What’s outrageous? Crappy wages. What’s inspiring? Organizing. After Bronx-based manufacturing company Baco Enterprises wrongfully terminated an employee for organizing to form a union, Brad proudly joined members on the picket line yest…
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  Comptroller Brad Lander · [email protected]
August 7, 2024 at 1:18 AM

An important update on DocGo

Moldy rooms. Unauthorized subcontractors. Shoddy casework.Dear New Yorkers,  Moldy rooms. Unauthorized subcontractors. Shoddy casework.  In May 2023, the Adams Administration rushed to give an emergency $432 million no-bid contract to DocGo, the medical services company that was hired to provide tem…
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  Carole & David Lander · [email protected]
August 5, 2024 at 4:04 PM

This email was written by Grandparents

  Hi John, It’s Carole and David Lander! We are Brad’s parents and we are excited to introduce ourselves. In one week from today, we’ll have been together for 59 blessed years of mindful marriage! Both of us are retired, and our favorite thing to do is spend time with our family. W…
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  Brad Lander · [email protected]
August 4, 2024 at 9:04 PM

re: Progressives for Harris

Join me, Senator Warren, UAW’s Shawn Fain, and many more   John, have you hopped on an organizing call for Vice President Harris yet? This one might be for you! Last week, I proudly cast my official delegate ballot to help her secure the Democratic nomination and joined a #DadsForK…
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  Team Lander · [email protected]
August 3, 2024 at 9:03 PM

re: Campaign Update

  Hey John! It’s been a busy week, so we wanted to get you up to speed: FIRST, Brad launched his campaign for Mayor of New York to make his positive vision for our city a reality. New Yorkers are hungry for stronger leadership, and Brad’s prepared to deliver. THEN, we saw an incred…
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  LanderforNYC.com · [email protected]
August 3, 2024 at 2:58 PM

You made a difference

  Hi John, Brad launched his campaign for a safer, more affordable, more livable, and better-run city earlier this week. We’re blown away by the grassroots support we’ve seen, and noticed you haven’t made a contribution yet. Today, we’re humbly asking you to become a Week One Donor…
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  Team Lander · [email protected]
August 2, 2024 at 10:32 PM

9X the impact

How $10 becomes $90   John, Brad just launched his campaign for Mayor of New York City — and did you know that contributions made by New York City residents have 9 times the impact? No, this isn’t some bogus “match” from a scam PAC. This is literally a New York City Campaign Finance…
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  Team Lander · [email protected]
August 1, 2024 at 11:34 PM

FWD: I’m running

Reaching out to express our gratitude.   John — Brad asked us to reach out again to emphasize just how grateful he is for your support. We kicked off our campaign to elect Brad as Mayor of New York City just two days ago, and the outpouring of grassroots support we’ve seen from New …
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  Brad Lander · [email protected]
August 1, 2024 at 7:05 PM

The New Yorkers who inspire this campaign

I’m running for Mayor because I love this city.   Dear John, I’m running for Mayor because I love this city. Today, I’m delighted to introduce you to a few of the New Yorkers I’ve met along the way whose grind and compassion inspire me – and who were also kind enough to be a part of…
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  Comptroller Brad Lander · [email protected]
August 1, 2024 at 6:11 PM

GREAT news for NYC retirees

Combined 10% return for FY 2024Great news, New Yorkers.  Today, I'm pleased to announce that the five City pension systems achieved a combined 10% return for FY 2024, outperforming our target 7% return goal. This strong, robust return is GREAT news for the retirement security of our City's more than…
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  Marek Barnette · [email protected]
August 1, 2024 at 12:59 PM

A note from Brad’s favorite son

  John, it’s Marek Barnette, Brad Lander’s favorite son. I could go on and on about why my Dad is one of the best people I know. He is hard working and knows his stuff. My whole life, he’s demonstrated to me and my sister Rosa what it means to be a caring neighbor and a good person…
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  LanderforNYC.com · [email protected]
July 31, 2024 at 10:01 PM

New Yorkers are hungry for stronger leadership

Brad has what it takes to deliver real results for NYC.   John — Lately, Brad’s been hearing a lot of the same thing: We travel too long to commute to jobs where we work too much and earn too little. We pay too much in rent and child care. And we all worry too much and feel too unsa…
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  Nick Astor · [email protected]
July 31, 2024 at 8:53 PM

re: Disability Pride Month

Hi, I'm NickDear New Yorkers,  Happy Disability Pride Month! As July nears its end, let’s reflect once again on our commitment to accessibility.  My name is Nick Astor, and I serve as the Constituency Liaison for People with Disabilities here in the Comptroller’s Office. In my first year on the job,…
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  Rosa B. Lander · [email protected]
July 31, 2024 at 6:00 PM

“Dad” Lander

The best city on earth deserves a mayor who cares deeply and puts in the work, and that's why I’m all in for #DadLander for NYC.   Hi John, it’s Rosa Lander. In a campaign ad a few years ago, I called my Dad a nerd, and I stand by it. You’d be hard pressed to find someone as excited…
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  Brad Lander · [email protected]
July 31, 2024 at 1:31 PM

#DadsForKamala

Time to show up for all our kids.   Dear John, This is a question for all New Yorkers, but especially to my fellow Dads out there: Do you have a little FOMO over seeing all the amazing organizing calls for Vice President Kamala Harris? From Swifties for Kamala, to Comadres con Kamal…
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  Brad Lander · [email protected]
July 30, 2024 at 10:44 PM

The most long-lasting thing you can do today

Earlier today, I announced that I’m running for Mayor of New York City.   This is a quick note to give a deep and sincere thank you, John. And also a request to turn $10 into $1000 — but I’ll get back to that in a minute. Earlier today, I announced my campaign for Mayor of New York …
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  Team Lander · [email protected]
July 30, 2024 at 5:00 PM

Did you hear the news?

Brad is running for Mayor of New York City!   Did you hear the news, John? The New York Times, 07/30/2024 Brad just announced that he’s running for Mayor of New York City! Your support on Day One of this campaign is key — especially when contributions from NYC residents are matched…
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  Brad Lander · [email protected]
July 30, 2024 at 12:00 PM

I’m running

  Dear John, All across the five boroughs, I’ve been hearing the same thing: We need a safer, more affordable, more livable, and better run city. That’s why today I’m announcing my candidacy for Mayor of New York City. Will you make a Day One contribution of any amount right now to…
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  Comptroller Brad Lander · [email protected]
July 27, 2024 at 12:59 PM

Preparing for an abnormally active hurricane season

I sent a letter to Mayor AdamsDear New Yorkers,  Ask anyone living here, and they’ll tell you: Storms, heavy rains, and intense hurricanes are becoming more frequent and severe. Bad weather has been on my mind – after all, this year is expected to be the most active Atlantic hurricane season on reco…
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  LanderforNYC.com · [email protected]
July 26, 2024 at 8:12 PM

Help Brad save our subways:

    John, Brad Lander has always been loud about the urgent need for a plan to get our trains and buses moving again. Eleven years ago this week, in fact, he introduced a City Council bill requiring a citywide plan to develop a Bus Rapid Transit system. Still, over a decade …
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  Comptroller Brad Lander · [email protected]
July 25, 2024 at 11:41 PM

2 lawsuits against Governor Hochul

New Yorkers need congestion pricing.Dear New Yorkers,  Transit riders are the heart of the City’s working class and economic engine. Every day, 3.6 million New Yorkers rely on subways and buses to get where they need to be.  But unfortunately, New York’s transit system is not nearly as world class a…
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  Comptroller Brad Lander · [email protected]
July 23, 2024 at 10:36 PM

NEW investment standards to protect tenants

Dear New Yorkers,  In a city where the rent is too damn high and the housing stock is too damn low, protecting tenants’ rights and reducing housing instability has never been more important.  That’s why I’m proud to announce that the New York City Employees’ Retirement System (NYCERS) is adopting NE…
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  Comptroller Brad Lander · [email protected]
July 22, 2024 at 8:57 PM

Congestion pricing update

Temps are running off the railsDear New Yorkers,  Summer temperatures are running off the rails in New York and around the world, so here’s an update on our coalition's legal action against Governor Hochul’s halt on congestion pricing.  As anyone who’s descended into an MTA station this week knows, …
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  Brad Lander · [email protected]
July 21, 2024 at 11:03 PM

Thank you, Joe Biden

    John, Thanks to the musical Hamilton, and its great song “One Last Time,” our kids know that George Washington stepped down from the Presidency when he could have run again. In Lin-Manuel’s words, Hamilton sings: “Mr. President, they will say you’re weak.” And Washington…
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  Brad Lander · [email protected]
July 20, 2024 at 2:33 PM

A war on women’s health care

    The far-right is waging a war on women’s health care, John. Just last month, the Supreme Court took up a lawsuit filed by a group of anti-abortion physicians challenging the FDA’s approval of mifepristone — a medication abortion pill that accounts for most abortions in t…
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  Comptroller Brad Lander · [email protected]
July 20, 2024 at 12:50 PM

Summer highlights

A glimpse into our work so far this summerDear New Yorkers,  This summer has been busy – and sweltering – across the City.  From taking action to protect retirement security, to producing hard-hitting audits on public safety, the many hats we wear in the Comptroller’s Office allow us to shed light o…
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  Brad Lander · [email protected]
July 19, 2024 at 5:07 PM

re: Wong v. NYCERS dismissed

    Climate risk is financial risk, John. And I’m taking every step necessary to invest responsibly on behalf of City retirees — even in the face of right-wing attacks. After three New York City pension funds made the decision to divest from publicly traded fossil fuel reser…
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  Brad Lander · [email protected]
July 17, 2024 at 6:34 PM

Shared fate

    Dear John, These are frightening times, depressing ones. The assassination attempt on Donald Trump was a sobering reminder of the terrible costs and reverberations of rising violence. It makes us long for unity, and underscores our responsibility to work harder for democ…
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  Comptroller Brad Lander · [email protected]
July 17, 2024 at 6:08 PM

How NYC can incarcerate fewer people

(and save taxpayers $875 million)Dear New Yorkers,  No one should have to wait three years for their day in court – in the inhumane and violent conditions of Rikers Island, or anywhere else.  And yet right now, thousands of inmates are awaiting trial on Rikers – for days, weeks, months, or even year…
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  Comptroller Brad Lander · [email protected]
July 16, 2024 at 9:10 PM

re: Mifepristone

These pharmacy giants must start dispensing abortion medicationDear New Yorkers,  With abortion access increasingly under attack across the country, I’m using all the tools in the Comptroller’s tool box to protect women’s reproductive health care.  That’s why my office issued a strong warning to pha…
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  Brad Lander · [email protected]
July 16, 2024 at 1:19 AM

Thank you, John

    From the bottom of my heart, John, THANK YOU! Because of this incredible grassroots team, your tremendous support, and NYC’s strong campaign finance matching program, we have raised over $3 million for next year’s election, as of the NYC Campaign Finance Board deadline l…
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  Comptroller Brad Lander · [email protected]
July 14, 2024 at 7:32 PM

DISMISSED: Wong v. NYCERS

Big win for retirees and climateDear New Yorkers,  I’ve got some important news for New York City retirees.  Last week, the New York County Supreme Court dismissed Wong et al v. NYCERS, a case that challenged the decision by three of New York City’s pension funds (the New York City Teachers’ Retirem…
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  Brad Lander · [email protected]
July 11, 2024 at 4:44 PM

tonight

    Hey John, it’s been a busy week preparing for our Campaign Finance Board (CFB) filing deadline today, but I had to take a moment to send you a quick message. We set an ambitious goal last week of earning 500 grassroots donations to emails just like this one before tonigh…
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