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Episode 123: Fixing Justice and Restoring Integrity with Jim Walden

On this episode, Kevin and Ed sit down with Jim Walden, independent candidate for New York City Mayor. Walden discusses his campaign progress, including significant milestones like securing endorsements and raising funds. He outlines his 'A Better Way' plan to reform the Civilian Complaint Review Board (CCRB) by replacing it with the Citywide Department of Public Integrity (CDPI) to ensure fairer and more effective handling of police misconduct cases. Walden covers a wide range of topics, including congestion pricing, parole board reforms, and his views on the challenges facing law enforcement in NYC. He emphasizes the need for local control over justice and law enforcement, highlighting his plans for housing, increased salaries, and wider exemptions for police officers. The episode concludes with a discussion about NYC's parole board's history of releasing cop killers and Walden’s proposals for retaining and recruiting NYPD officers. Walden closes with a campaign pitch, stressing the importance of having an apolitical, integrity-driven mayor.

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Episode 11: Turning Advocacy Into Action by Securing a Ballot Line For Animal Justice

On this episode, Curtis and Nancy discuss their relentless efforts to bring attention to animal welfare issues both locally and globally. They celebrate the launch of their new podcast logo and highlight key political achievements. Curtis, a Republican candidate for mayor with a unique 'Protect the Animals' independent line, praises Nancy's legal efforts that garnered enough signatures to secure this historic ballot line. Nancy explains the rigorous and often legally challenging process of getting and defending signatures for independent lines in New York City elections. The episode covers various animal welfare issues, including no-kill shelters and the importance of spay/neuter programs. It also critiques the continued use of horse-drawn carriages in New York City, despite long-standing opposition and political promises to ban them. Additionally, they address the regulations preventing bodega cats and advocate for their legalization, explaining the cultural and practical benefits of having cats in retail spaces.

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