New York's Golden Era
New York, prior to its budget crisis, was a beacon of social welfare, boasting an extensive safety net and robust public services. The city’s public hospitals, health clinics, and transit system were unparalleled, while education was largely funded by the board of education, unlike today. This period also saw the rise of strong labor unions and the expansion of free higher education, making New York a unique model of ambitious public spending.In this clip
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