Missile Intercepted: Israel Thwarts Houthi Attack Amid Rising Tensions in Middle East 
Burkina Faso President Rejects Saudi Offer to Build Mosques, Prioritizes Development Projects 
Trump, Putin Call for Immediate Ceasefire and Lasting Peace in Ukraine War 
Saudi Emirs Discuss Security, Development as Expats Embrace Ramadan in the Kingdom 
Mayor Eric Adams’ Community OpEd: Healthy Minds Equal a Healthy New York City 
Convention for Halal Inventors & Innovators
Muslims have been in the forefront for inventions and innovations since the dawn of Islam, especially during the dark ages...
Week in review
Illegal Day Care Center Crackdown – The Mayor and Health Department have launched a series of reforms aimed at improving...
On International Women’s Day, we recognize and honor the incredible achievements and contributions of women in New York and around the world to our economy, culture and society.
New York is not only the birthplace of the women’s rights movement, but it has a proud history of courageous...
Umrah to Mecca
Pope Francis looks on as Jewish and Muslim representatives shake hands as he visits the museum to the September 11,...
What a wonderful life!
My poverty is so chronic and comfortable I feel like I’m on top of the world. I get panic attacks...
Claudette Colvin Scholarship
Bronx, New York-On Wednesday, March 2, 2016, 12:00-2:30 PM students, parents, teachers and elected officials will have a unique opportunity...
The Peace County
Dear Bronx Elected Officials: Thank you for reading and accepting our proposal to you. As you may be aware of,...
SENEGAL : Le « oui » et le « non » de la discorde
Dans son allocution tant attendue de la semaine dernière, le Président Macky Sall a éclairé la lanterne des Sénégalais sur...
Senator Peralta Honors Baseball Great Mike Piazza Â
State Senator Jose Peralta (D-Queens) will honor National Baseball Hall of Fame inductee Mike Piazza on Wednesday, March 9th, in...
The Majlis Ashura (Islamic Leadership Council) of New York, the largest Shura council in the nation, invites you to a press conference right after the NYPD versus Imam Talib Abdul Rashid and Rutgers University Students’ hearing Â
On March 8th, there will be a hearing on the FOIL matters involving the surveillance of Imam Talib Abdul Rashid and Rutgers University students.  The two cases are...
Muslim Democratic Club of New York Applauds Settlement of Lawsuit over NYPD Surveillance
 Landmark settlement provides for independent monitor to oversee NYPD’s counterterrorism activities (New York, NY) – Today, the Muslim Democratic...
Mozambique at the heart of Southern African development as regional players gather
Southern Africa Energy and Infrastructure Summit (SAEIS) will be held in Maputo, Mozambique 4-6th May 2016 MAPUTO, Mozambique, March 3,...
In June, I wrote this in a letter to the President:
"I did not vote for you. Either time. I have voted Republican for the entirety of my life. I...
Trump University Lawsuit
The Attorney General won a major court victory in his lawsuit against Donald Trump and Trump University. This week’s ruling by...
MAJORITY LEADER VAN BRAMER & NYCHA RESIDENTS BREAK GROUND ON $500,000 RENOVATION OF WOODSIDE HOUSES BASKETBALL COURTS AND COMMUNITY PLAY AREA Â
On Friday, March 4th, Majority Leader Jimmy Van Bramer, Annie Cotton-Morris, President of the Woodside Tenants Association, community members, and...
FORMER HOME HEALTH AIDE CHARGED WITH STEALING MORE THAN $260,000 FROM HER 98-YEAR-OLD EMPLOYER
 DISTRICT ATTORNEY – NEW YORK COUNTY  Manhattan District Attorney Cyrus R. Vance, Jr., today announced the indictment of STEFANY...
King Al Khalifa meets with New York-based rabbi in the royal palace in Manama in order to discuss regional concerns in the Middle East.
The meeting between Rabbi Marc Schneier and King Hamad Bin Isa Al Khalifa took place at the Royal Palace in...
Senator Peralta and Assemblymembers Moya and DenDekker hosted a Town Hall Meeting on Public and Student Safety Â
State Senator Jose Peralta (D-East Elmhurst), along with Assemblymembers Francisco Moya (D-Jackson Heights) and Michael DenDekker (D-East Elmhurst), hosted a...
Something To Consider
We must consider the followings for our quest to a Peaceful Coexistence: People with limited options for survival, do not...
ISNA Offers Condolences on the Passing of Sh. Taha Jabir Al-Alwani
(Plainfield, IN 3/5/16) - The Islamic Society of North America (ISNA) today offered heartfelt condolences on the passing of Shaykh...
Peacemakers Dinner
Please join us in thanking one of the Peace December family members who has gracefully asked to sponsor the catering...
Claudette Colvin Day
Bronx, New York- Today at Peace December Headquarters in the Bronx, a historic event was held to officially launch the...
The Three Sentences
The three sentences from a dark skinned fifteen year old Montgomery schoolgirl spoken on Wednesday, March 2, 1955 that helped...
I Believe Jesse Jackson Won’t Mind
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW By Senator Rev. Rubén DÃaz District 32 Bronx County, New York Tel 718-991-3161 You should...
Public resources must be used for public wellness
Dear Council Members: As a tax paying constituent, I have been attending events hosted by elected officials and tax payed...
Claudette Colvin Day
Bronx, New York-On Wednesday, March 2, 2016, 12:00-2:30 PM students, parents, teachers and elected officials will have a unique opportunity...
Peace December- Lighting Ceremony
A month dedicated to peace could seem like a far-fetched idea, especially in New York City, but Sheikh Moussa Drammeh...
Senator Peralta and Assemblymembers Moya and DenDekker host a town hall meeting on student and public safety Â
In response to the recent uptick in slashings and stabbings Citywide, and the attempted kidnapping of a 10-year-old girl on...
NYC Weekly Overview
The Mayor and DM Buery in Brooklyn for UPK – The Mayor and DM Buery used a visit to Bishop...
ISNA Headquarters Target of Hate Crime
(Plainfield, IN 2/28/16) Earlier this morning, vandals spray painted vulgarities on the front wall of the Islamic Society of...
The Unknown Relationship between Kwame Nkrumah and Malcolm X
2/21/2016 Today marks the 51st commemoration of the assassination of El Hajj Malik El Shabazz aka Malcolm X in...
Senator Jose Peralta, Assemblymember David Weprin, Councilmembers Andy King and Ydanis Rodriguez and hoverboard riders and advocates discuss legislation to legalize and regulate these devices
 CITY HALL – In efforts to legalize the use of hoverboards and electric unicycles in New York City,NY State...
State Senator Jose Peralta announces substantial amendments to his hoverboard and electric unicycle legalization bill Â
State Senator Jose Peralta today announced significant policy changes to his legislation that is intended to legalize and regulate the...
Senator Peralta applauds State Board of Regents for allowing undocumented New Yorkers apply for teacher certifications and professional licenses
 Statement from State Senator Jose Peralta (D-Queens) regarding the decision by the New York State Board of Regents to...
Senator Peralta commemorates African-American History and Heritage honoring Public Advocate Letitia James and community leaders
Councilmember Vanessa Gibson was a Guest Speaker (East Elmhurst, NY) State Senator Jose Peralta (D-East Elmhurst) and the Corona-East Elmhurst...
What President Obama is looking for in a Supreme Court nominee
What President Obama is looking for in a Supreme Court nominee: With the passing of Justice Antonin Scalia, the President...
Meet Dr. Carla Hayden.
Today, I'm nominating someone to be our new Librarian of Congress -- the leader of one of our nation's oldest...
Public Message from FBI Director, Mr. Jim Comey
Public Message from FBI Director, Mr. Jim Comey "The San Bernardino litigation isn't about trying to set a precedent or...
SENEGAL : Le « oui » et le « non » de la discorde
Dans son allocution tant attendue de la semaine dernière, le Président Macky Sall a éclairé la lanterne des Sénégalais sur...
Senator Gianaris Introduces Legislation Requiring Juvenile Miranda Warning
NEW YORK STATE SENATE OFFICE OF SENATOR MICHAEL GIANARIS (Albany, NY) –  Senator Michael Gianaris introduced legislation that would reform Miranda rights in...
JOINT STATEMENT BY MANHATTAN DISTRICT ATTORNEY CYRUS R. VANCE, JR., AND NYPD COMMISSIONER WILLIAM J. BRATTON ON SMARTPHONE ENCRYPTION
DISTRICT ATTORNEY – NEW YORK COUNTY “Law enforcement agencies around the country are following the news coming out of California...
Muslim Democratic Club of New York Endorses Bernie Sanders in the Democratic Presidential Primary
New York-based club plans voter mobilization in Muslim communities (New York, NY) – On February 16, 2016, the Muslim Democratic...
PROSECUTORS AND VIOLENCE PREVENTION EXPERTS ANNOUNCE ROADMAP TO REDUCE GUN VIOLENCE IN DOMESTIC ABUSE INCIDENTS
PROSECUTORS AGAINST GUN VIOLENCE (PAGV) Â Prosecutors Against Gun Violence and the Consortium for Risk-Based Firearms Policy Call for Federal Law...
Does Eliot Spitzer have extra special privileges?
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW By Senator Rev. Rubén DÃaz District 32 Bronx County, New York Tel 718-991-3161 Eliot Spitzer vs...
George Pataki is Unhappy
What You Should Know By Senator Rev Rubén DÃaz 32nd Senatorial District 718-991-3161 You should know that...
New York Council Fund First LGBT Community Liaison for NYC Department of Education
 LGBT liaison to help implement new Lambda Literary Foundation program for students and professional development for teachers NYC Council Education...
MAYOR DE BLASIO URGES NEW YORKERS TO STAY WARM AND SAFE DURING EXTREME COLD THIS WEEKEND Â
THE CITY OF NEW YORK OFFICE OF THE MAYOR NEW YORK, NY 10007  NEW YORK—As temperatures continue to drop...
New York State Announces Applications Open for 2016-2018 Empire State Fellows Program Class
The State of New York today announced the opening of the application process for the latest class of the prestigious...
Monroe County Legislator to Introduce Firearm Safe Storage Bill
Rochester, NY – February 11, 2016 – Monroe County Legislator Ernest Flagler-Mitchell announced today he will introduce Firearm Safe Storage legislation...
If Mayor Bill de Blasio Did It, Governor Andrew Cuomo Should Do It, TooÂ
What You Should Know By Senator Rev. Rubén DÃaz 32nd Senatorial District 718-991-3161 You should know that back in April,...
DA VANCE ANNOUNCES CONVICTION OF KARMIK GRANT-BYAS FOR RUNNING A VIOLENT SEX TRAFFICKING OPERATION IN MIDTOWN MANHATTAN
DISTRICT ATTORNEY – NEW YORK COUNTY Manhattan District Attorney Cyrus R. Vance, Jr., today announced the trial conviction of KARMIK...
MAJORITY LEADER VAN BRAMER & ACCESS QUEENS CALL FOR FULL 7 LINE REVIEW AT RALLY AGAINST POOR SERVICE Â
On February 9th, New York City Council Majority Leader Jimmy Van Bramer, representatives from Access Queens, Community Board 2, 7 train...
Why my family is going to Albany tomorrow
 My family is one of the beneficiaries of the civil right victories without having to suffer from Jim Crow...
NYC Council Member I. Daneek Miller Introduces Resolution Calling on Federal Government to End Dual National Visa Ban
(New York, NY) – New York City Council Member I. Daneek Miller (D – Queens) today introduced a resolution calling on...
Mayor De Blasio Announces Pay-By-Cell For All Metered Parking
THE CITY OF NEW YORK OFFICE OF THE MAYOR NEW YORK, NY 10007 Â STATE OF #OURCITY: MAYOR DE BLASIO...
STATE OF #OURCITY: MAYOR DE BLASIO ANNOUNCES CLEANYC – HOLISTIC EFFORT TO KEEP COMMUNITIES CLEAN ACROSS THE FIVE BOROUGHS
THE CITY OF NEW YORK OFFICE OF THE MAYOR NEW YORK, NY 10007 Â Â City will bring Graffiti-Free NYC and...
Haitian American Author Cindy Similien-Johnson Elected as Board Member of the United Nations Association-Brooklyn Chapter
Left to Right: United Nations Association-Brooklyn Chapter President Margarette Tropnas and Board Member Cindy Similien-Johnson Cindy Similien-Johnson, a Haitian-American author and graduate of...
MAJORITY LEADER VAN BRAMER, NYC DOT, & NYC DDC ANNOUNCE THE $30 MILLION LIC/HUNTERS POINT RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT AS PART OF THE CITY’S VISION ZERO INITIATIVE CITYWIDE
MAJORITY LEADER VAN BRAMER, NYC DOT, & NYC DDC ANNOUNCE THE $30 MILLION LIC/HUNTERS POINT RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT AS PART OF...