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Linda B. Rosenthal @lindabrosenthal.bsky.social · 4d

Honoring the life of the legendary king of lox, coffee, cheese, Saul Zabar, as well as his exacting standards of excellence for Zabars.

Saul will now forever grace the #WestSide’s 79th Street 1 subway station thanks to the @mta.info.

May his memory be a blessing.

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Linda B. Rosenthal @lindabrosenthal.bsky.social · 5d

Tish James has more integrity in her pinky finger than Donald Trump will ever have.

He’s the ultimate grifter; she’s a model of public service.

#NYS has our AG’s back, always.

New York Attorney General Letitia James @newyorkstateag.bsky.social · 5d

This is nothing more than a continuation of the president’s desperate weaponization of our justice system.

I am not fearful — I am fearless.

We will fight these baseless charges aggressively, and my office will continue to fiercely protect New Yorkers and their rights..

Linda B. Rosenthal @lindabrosenthal.bsky.social · 5d

‼️Donald Trump is waging war on American cities, spending billions to tear apart families, terrorize neighborhoods & further our descent into tyranny.

The people have the power. This moment requires us to forcefully speak out and tell Trump to keep #HandsOffNYC.
@nyclu.org @maketheroadny.bsky.social

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Linda B. Rosenthal @lindabrosenthal.bsky.social · 13d

Trump and NY’s seven MAGA Congressional members are robbing four million of their healthcare during an affordability crisis.

This government shutdown is about right vs. wrong, humanity vs. vengeance.

With labor, we’re fighting for you every step of the way because healthcare IS a human right.

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Linda B. Rosenthal @lindabrosenthal.bsky.social · 14d

Undergoing chemotherapy doesn’t mean you have to lose your hair or identity.

Honored to celebrate the passage of my first-in-the-nation law with Senator Stavisky requiring insurance carriers to cover the cost of scalp cooling at @mskcancercenter.bsky.social. 🎉

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Linda B. Rosenthal @lindabrosenthal.bsky.social · 15d

Getting vaccinated against the flu is an act of resistance these days. 💉

Glad to have hosted my annual #WestSide flu shot day with @mountsinainyc.bsky.social.

For more info about the flu shot and where to get it ➡️ www.nyc.gov/site/doh/ser...

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Linda B. Rosenthal @lindabrosenthal.bsky.social · 22d

And this is why you don’t cave to the demands of a fascistic government. We must continue to loudly & proudly yell for what is right.

Big 👏 to @wgawest.bsky.social, @wgaeast.bsky.social, @sagaftra.org, @local802.bsky.social, @iatse.bsky.social, @aflcio.org and the many others who fought back.

The New York Times @nytimes.com · 22d

Breaking News: ABC said that “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” would return on Tuesday, ending an impasse that began last week. nyti.ms/3KAl4Np

Jimmy Kimmel sits behind a desk. He’s wearing a tie and a jacket. A headline reads: “Jimmy Kimmel's Show To Return to ABC on Tuesday Night.” Photo credit: Randy Holmes/Disney.

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Linda B. Rosenthal @lindabrosenthal.bsky.social · 25d

The #NYSPSC’s bullshit reasoning for green lighting the #NESE pipeline is built on nothing more than a fantasy.

Governor Hochul must show Donald Trump who’s in charge by canceling his pet pipeline project.

@350nyc.bsky.social @surfrider.org @nypirg.bsky.social @climaterealitynyc.bsky.social

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Linda B. Rosenthal @lindabrosenthal.bsky.social · Sep 11

#September11 is forever seared into the heart and soul of every American. But as we mark the 24th anniversary, it’s up to us to keep the heroism and bravery of that day alive for the next generation.

May we #NeverForget the stories of the more than 3,000 people who died on that day.

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NYCLU @nyclu.org · Sep 10

"Trump is working overtime to erase the existence of trans people and decimate access to gender-affirming care."

"But, write sponsors @lizkrueger.bsky.social + @lindabrosenthal.bsky.social, there's legislation awaiting Gov. Hochul's signature that would help us fight back."

The Gov. must sign.

Your Personal Health Data is Being Exploited: Here’s How New York Can Protect It.

New York's front page for political news. Latest NY politics news, reports, and columnists

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Linda B. Rosenthal @lindabrosenthal.bsky.social · Sep 9

🚨New York State cannot be complicit in the lies that Donald Trump habitually spreads to undermine the tenets of our democracy.

Divesting from #TrumpMedia is a must.

Read Nick Reisman’s piece in @politico.com on my latest effort ➡️ www.politico.com/newsletters/...

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Linda B. Rosenthal @lindabrosenthal.bsky.social · Sep 5

I wrote to Governor Hochul earlier this week urging the NYS Department of Health to issue a non-patient specific standing order for the #COVID19 vaccine.

I’m glad that the Governor heeded the call, but we can’t stop there — #NYS must also direct insurance companies to cover the cost of vaccines.

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Linda B. Rosenthal @lindabrosenthal.bsky.social · Sep 2

He is never afraid to speak truth to power, to always stand by his principles and to guide us through the most difficult times in history.

Jerry will always be my inspiration and his #WestSide constituents will miss his representation dearly.

Thank you for everything, Jerry.

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Linda B. Rosenthal @lindabrosenthal.bsky.social · Sep 2

Working for and with @nadler.house.gov is akin to taking a master class in decency.

Throughout his storied career, Jerry has wielded his uncanny intellect and deep knowledge to move issues across the democratic spectrum to build a better and brighter future.

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Linda B. Rosenthal @lindabrosenthal.bsky.social · Aug 16

Resist! We will not let the fascists take over.

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Linda B. Rosenthal @lindabrosenthal.bsky.social · Aug 14

On #SocialSecurity’s 90th anniversary, here’s a reminder that the Trump administration is working to dismantle one of our nation’s most successful anti-poverty programs.

We must not let them steal hard-earned benefits from millions of Americans.

#HandsOffOurSocialSecurity

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Linda B. Rosenthal @lindabrosenthal.bsky.social · Aug 11

This is the same man who:
❌ Led an insurrection and watched from the White House as thousands stormed the US Capitol
❌ Was found liable for sexual abuse
❌ Was found guilty of 34 felony counts of falsifying business records

What does he know about law and order?

The New York Times @nytimes.com · Aug 11

Breaking News: President Trump said he was taking control of the police in Washington, D.C., and deploying 800 National Guard troops there in response to “out of control” crime — even though violent crime in the city has fallen. Follow live updates. nyti.ms/3H9yVcu

Donald Trump speaking at a podium, wearing a dark suit, a white shirt, and a red tie. A headline reads: “Trump Orders National Guard to Washington.” Photo credit: Doug Mills/The New York Times.

Linda B. Rosenthal @lindabrosenthal.bsky.social · Jul 29

Devastated at seeing gun violence once again claim innocent lives. My deepest condolences to the families of those killed, including NYPD Officer Didarul Islam.

Congressional Republicans must defy the gun lobby and #EndGunViolence, including an assault weapons ban. Enough is enough.

The New York Times @nytimes.com · Jul 29

A gunman opened fire Monday in a Midtown Manhattan tower that has offices of the NFL and the investment firm Blackstone, fatally shooting four people and critically wounding another before killing himself. Follow live updates.

NYC Shooting Live Updates: Investigators Seek Answers After Gunman Kills 4 in Midtown

The gunman opened fire Monday in a Park Avenue tower that has offices of the National Football League and the investment firm Blackstone, before killing himself. The N.F.L.’s president said an employee was “seriously injured” in the shooting.

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Linda B. Rosenthal @lindabrosenthal.bsky.social · Jul 14

That’s right — we on the #WestSide proudly stand up against Trump’s authoritarian ICE tactics. We’re not going to let federal agents whisk away our kids.

Thanks to Nicole Wallace for shining a light on this important story. @msnbc.com @nyicaction.bsky.social

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Linda B. Rosenthal @lindabrosenthal.bsky.social · Jul 8

🚨With the Trump Administration imposing daily arrest of immigrants quotas and building “Alligator Alcatraz,” it’s essential that #NYers know their rights. ⬇️

www.ilovetheupperwestside.com/ice-agents-a...

ICE Agents Approach Kids at Baseball Practice in Riverside Park, Assemblymember Reports

“ICE agents approached a group of kids attending baseball practice near the batting cages near West 71st Street in Riverside Park,” Rosenthal wrote in the email.

www.ilovetheupperwestside.com

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Linda B. Rosenthal @lindabrosenthal.bsky.social · Jul 7

I applaud the bravery of Cassie & E. Jean Carroll who used NY’s #AdultSurvivorsAct to seek justice.

The ASA, which I sponsored, was a victory for all survivors, but our work is not done until our laws reflect the reality that trauma takes time.

@safehorizon.bsky.social
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https://amp.cnn.com/cnn/2025/07/06/us/sexual-assault-lookback-window-cassie-ventura

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Linda B. Rosenthal @lindabrosenthal.bsky.social · Jul 1

RGB: you failed again.

My statement on tonight’s #RGB vote:

Linda B. Rosenthal @lindabrosenthal.bsky.social · Jun 17

Absolutely reprehensible.

The federal government has handcuffed public servants in their own offices, arrested a judge in her own chambers, tackled a U.S Senator at a press conference, assaulted a Congresswoman and has now detained NYC’s Comptroller.

This is fascism.

The New York Times @nytimes.com · Jun 17

Breaking News: Brad Lander, the New York City comptroller who is running for mayor, was detained by ICE agents at an immigration court as he tried to escort a migrant out of the courthouse to prevent his arrest. nyti.ms/4jWkANE

Brad Lander is shown being detained by federal agents in a courthouse. Lander wears a dark blue suit, blue shirt and blue striped tie. The agents wear sweatshirts and blue jeans. A headline reads: "Brad Lander Is Detained By ICE Agents at Immigration Courthouse." Photo by Olga Fedorova/Associated Press.

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Linda B. Rosenthal @lindabrosenthal.bsky.social · Jun 13

We are drowning in plastic.

The chemical and plastics industry is spending millions to defeat #PRRIA while our environment and our health suffers.

We must put #PeopleOverPlastic & pass Assemblymember Glick’s Packaging Reduction
& Recycling Infrastructure Act in the Assembly!

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Linda B. Rosenthal @lindabrosenthal.bsky.social · Jun 11

Survivors fleeing domestic violence and other harm must not be saddled with their abuser’s debt.

Once my bill with Senator Cleare is signed, New York State will provide survivors a path to ensure they are no longer held liable for debts forced upon them through abuse & coercion.