The right-wing push to hike the social security retirement age is a warning siren to New York's communities of color. Make no mistake: The policy would have particularly dire implications for New York City, which is exceptional both in racial diversity and economic inequality.  more>

City advocates to fight hunger are concerned with the negative impact of finger-printing on those who seek help.

AUDIO :: WNYC's Andrea Bernstein reports that the Bronx tops in poverty and unemployment in New York State but is 14th in receiving Stimulus money. more>

The Bloomberg administration confirms that it will not extend food stamp benefits for as many as 60,000 residents.

VIDEO :: Michael Paone, community organizer and anti-hunger activist, and Joel Berg, executive director of New York City Coalition Against Hunger talk with Brian Lehrer about the increase of food stamp enrollment in the midst of the economic crisis, and answer questions about the program. more>

With 3,443 households per bank branch, the Bronx is the most under-banked borough in New York City. Manhattan, by contrast, counts 1,159 households per branch. Long lines are not the only consequence. more>