Andrew Yang
The latest on Andrew Yang. A lawyer and entrepreneur, Yang previously worked in tech startups before starting Venture for America in 2011, a nonprofit focused on getting people back to work after the 2008 recession. In recent years Yang has entered politics, running in the 2020 Democratic presidential primary and for mayor of New York City in 2021.
How Andrew Yang, Ted Lieu, Others Have Responded to Anti-Asian Attacks
Local and federal leaders spoke out against the ongoing increase in violence and hate targeting the Asian American and Pacific Islander communities this week, as videos emerged of two new attacks in New York City.
Bill de Blasio Condemns Witness Apathy in Anti-Asian Attacks: 'Make Noise'
"We continue to see these horrible, disgusting attacks on Asian American New Yorkers and it's got to end," the New York City mayor said.
Andrew Yang is Right about How to Fight Anti-Asian Hate Crime
The best way to stop these crimes, no matter what motivated them, is to bolster police forces and prosecute offenders to the fullest extent of the law.
UBI is Not a Recipe for Long-Term Human Flourishing
Human flourishing requires developing a sense of meaning in life, which should be taken very seriously in UBI discussions.
Andrew Yang Favored to Win NYC Mayor Race, Just Over 100 Days Till Primary
Former Democratic presidential candidate and philanthropic entrepreneur Andrew Yang tops the crowded field of New York City mayoral hopefuls, a new poll finds.
Andrew Yang Calls Rise in Anti-Asian Violence 'Painful' at New York Rally
Hundreds of New Yorkers came together for a rally in support of Asian community members amid a spike in hate crimes.
NYC Should Take Over Control of Subways From State, Andrew Yang Says
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has previously pushed back against the idea, saying the city would lose $10 billion in state funding.
Andrew Yang Wants to Repurpose Underused Hotels to Help Homeless
"We should be repurposing some of those [hotel] properties as affordable housing as quickly as possible," the New York City mayoral candidate said.
Andrew Yang Wants to Be NYC's 'Evangelist and Cheerleader in Chief'
What would a Mayor Yang do? The entrepreneur-turned-politician on the pandemic, the police, universal basic income—and bicycle lanes. He'd be the city's first Asian-American mayor.
NYC Police Need to Be Held Accountable for Rising Crime, Andrew Yang Says
"If you have higher rates of unsolved crimes, that is not a trend that you want to continue," the Democratic mayoral candidate said.
Andrew Yang Believes in Bikes, Wants to Make Cars Unnecessary in New York
"I lived here 19 years without a car. And it was fantastic," the Democratic mayoral candidate said.
Andrew Yang's 'People's Bank' to Help Distribute Basic Income in New York
Along with distributing basic income, the "People's Bank of New York City" will help entrepreneurs get startup capital and expand bank account access.
Andrew Yang Leads NYC Mayor Democratic Primary Field By Double Digits: Poll
The former Democratic presidential candidate benefits from high name recognition, with 84 percent of likely voters in the city saying they've heard of him.
Andrew Yang Tests Positive for COVID-19, Reports 'Mild Symptoms'
"After testing negative as recently as this weekend, today I took a COVID rapid test and received a positive result," Yang, who recently announced he is running for New York City mayor, wrote in a statement.
MLK's Son, on MLK Day, Endorses Andrew Yang to Be NYC Mayor
"Andrew's commitment to a basic income is why I'm endorsing him," Martin Luther King III said, emphasizing that his father supported the idea.
Andrew Yang's NYC Mayoral Plans Include Average $2,000 in Basic Income
Yang announced his candidacy for New York City mayor on Wednesday and has plans to launch the "largest basic income program" in the country.
Andrew Yang's Chances of Becoming NYC Mayor, According to Bookmakers
Ladbrokes gives the technology entrepreneur 2-1 odds to win the mayoral contest, with Scott Stringer following behind at 3-1, Eric Adams at 4-1, Ray McGuire at 6-1 and Maya Wiley at 10-1.
Andrew Yang Announces New York Mayoral Run on His Birthday
"Let's fight for a future New York City that we can be proud of–together," Yang said, while highlighting his support of racial justice police reforms and a universal basic income.
Andrew Yang Facing Backlash for Quote About Apartment Quarantine Life
Some people online are saying that Yang's potential mayoral run in New York City is already doomed because of a recent interview he gave.
Andrew Yang's 2021 Predictions Include More Cash Relief and a Third Party
The tech entrepreneur and former presidential candidate also predicted that more cities and states will adopt ranked-choice voting systems.
Andrew Yang Puts In Bid To Run for NYC Mayor and Replace de Blasio
Yang was poised to do well in the race even before he formally registered to run for the office. A poll released Monday saw him receive 17 percent support when compared to current city officials.
Officials Warn People About Moving to GA to Only Vote in Senate Races
Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger warned that those who plan to move to the state just for the election could be punished.
Ocasio-Cortez Raises $280,000 Overnight for Georgia Senate Runoffs
"Georgia isn't a red state. It's a voter-suppressed state," the progressive representative from New York tweeted.
Andrew Yang Says Democratic Party Must Improve Appeal to the Working Class
While appearing on CNN, Yang was asked by anchor Don Lemon what he says to arguments that the Democratic Party does not do a good job of speaking to America's working class.
More Voters Blame Trump and GOP for Failed Stimulus Talks Than Democrats
As millions of Americans continue to be unemployed as the pandemic surges, a new stimulus deal remains elusive.
Yang Is Eighth Former Democratic Presidential Candidate to Join Biden Team
Andrew Yang and John Hickenlooper are two of several 2020 Democratic presidential candidates who joined Biden's campaign team after suspending their own.
Tulsi Gabbard Confirms She Was Not Invited to DNC
The Democratic Party was scrutinized for lack of diversity last week after releasing the DNC's lineup, which excluded Gabbard as well as Andrew Yang and Julian Castro.
Yang Says 72% of Americans Think it's 'Worst Time We've Ever Experienced'
Former presidential hopeful Andrew Yang said Democratic nominee Joe Biden can dig America out of a "deep, dark hole" while speaking at the 2020 Democratic National Convention on Thursday.
Yang Expresses Disappointment At Being Left Off DNC Speakers List
Entrepreneur and former presidential candidate Andrew Yang said he's disappointed about not being invited to speak at next week's virtual Democratic National Convention.
Andrew Yang Says Trump's 'Kung Flu' Slur Is That of a 'Losing Candidate'
The entrepreneur told CNN's Anderson Cooper that Trump is "degrading himself" with comments like the one he made at his rally in Tulsa.
