Keeping Relevant With Ronnie Eldridge

Mark Levine, representing the 7th Councilmanic district in Manhattan discusses the challenges to his community of housing, homelessness, and harassment. Chair of Parks and Recreation, Levine advocates for equality for parks in low income neighborhoods.

New Yorkers Against Gun Violence, founded in 1993 by Brooklyn mothers, after the shooting death of a teacher, works to reduce gun violence through legislative advocacy and education. Leah Gunn Barrett, outlines issues and NYAGV's programs.

Sharon Content, founder and president, of Children of Promise, NYC brings sharp reality to our attention: two and a half million children-and in New York State-around 105,000 children currently have a parent serving time.

NY City Councilman Jumaane D. Williams, (45th Council District) describes his interest in political science and his attraction to public service. Discussing gun violence, housing, community safety, Councilman Williams focuses on realistic solutions

New York City's taxi and livery system is the 4th largest transportation provider in the United States, making over 600,000 trips every day. In addition to its service, the business provides employment to a large number of entry level workers and more.

Sara Bennett, a criminal justice attorney, follows four women as they return to the world, having served long terms in maximum security prison. The stories are sad yet inspiring; leaving us to question the system of parole and the length of sentencing.

Joel J. Ehrlich, The Harmony Group president and FIT marketing professor defines, explains, and illustrates advertising, marketing, branding, social media, integrated marketing and more, commenting on their power to effect people and events.

Brooklyn Defender Services provides legal representation to those unable to afford an attorney. The Family Defense Practice, part of BDS, founded and directed by Lauren Shapiro, works to keep the family together and children out of foster care.

Wayne Barrett applies Ocean Hill-Brownsville experiences to today's issues in education. Author of "Grand Illusion" and with Jack Newfield, "City for Sale," and "Trump" books about NY's governments, politics, Mr. Barrett is the "go-to" person on Trump.

The Irish and the Italian immigrant shared poverty and the Catholic religion. What prevented them from getting along in 19th century NY? In "An Unlikely Union," author Paul Moses recounts the rivalry of these ethnic groups so important to the City.