WNYC's Azi Paybarah on THE PEREZ NOTES

I had the opportunity to interview WNYC Reporter Azi Paybarah. We discussed Cathie Black and the fight to make her School's Chancellor, and who is winning the public opinion battle. We also discussed Governor elect Cuomo's transition, and his public battle with Steve Rattner, and we also touched on national, city and state politics. Azi also talked about the WNYC blog THE EMPIRE, and reporting in general.

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Azi Paybarah on THE PEREZ NOTES

This is an interview, I conducted in February of 2009 with Azi Paybarah. Back then Azi was still reporting for the New York Observer.

Latino Political Forum in Queens part 2.

Latino Political Forum in Queens part 1.

Mike DiSanto on THE PEREZ NOTES

I had the opportunity to interview Mike DiSanto, who ran for the New York State Senate in the 22ND SD. The seat is currently held by Republican State Senator Martin Golden. Mike ran a spirited, but ultimately losing campaign, and he wanted to discuss what it's like to run as an insurgent.

Corey Bearak on THE PEREZ NOTES

I had the opportunity to interview Consultant Corey Bearak. We discussed Mayor Bloomberg's decision to appoint Cathie Black as School Chancellor, redistricting, national politics, state politics and the election day results. We also discussed some of the challenges that Governor elect Cuomo faces, when he takes power in Albany.

Patrick Jenkins on THE PEREZ NOTES

I had the opportunity to interview Consultant Patrick Jenkins. We discussed national, state, city, and Bronx politics. Patrick discussed, the election day record of the Bronx County Democratic party. He also discussed, some of the obstacles facing the Obama administration, now that the Republican's control the Congress. We also touched on Governor elect Cuomo, and the budget deficit, and Congressman Rangel's legacy.

Helen Marshall on THE PEREZ NOTES

I had the opportunity to interview Queens Borough President Helen Marshall. This interview was conducted in April of 2008. Take a listen and enjoy.

Leroy Comrie on THE PEREZ NOTES

I had the opportunity to interview New York City Council member Leroy Comrie. This interview is a part of my archives, and was conducted in January of 2008. Take a listen and enjoy.

James McClelland on THE PEREZ NOTES

I had the opportunity to inteview James McClelland, who is the Chief of Staff to Republican Council member Peter Koo. We discussed the election results, and the state of the Republican party at the national and local levels.

Camille Rivera on THE PEREZ NOTES

I had the opportunity to interview Camille Rivera, who is the Assistant Political Director for 32BJ SEIU. This interview was conducted in March of 2009, and is part of my archive.

Nestor Montilla on THE PEREZ NOTES

I had the opportunity to interview Nestor Montilla, who is the President of the Dominican American National Round Table. We discussed the advocacy work of the organization, and the recent reorganization of the board of directors. Nestor also discussed the future of the organization, and the needs of the Dominican community.

Chung-Wha Hong on THE PEREZ NOTES

I had the opportunity to interview Chung-Wha Hong, who is the Executive Director of the New York Immigration Coalition. Topics of discussion were, the outcome of the elections, and the impact the results had on comprehensive immigration reform. The positions of Governor elect Cuomo and Attorney General elect Schneiderman in regards to immigrants, and their past record on the issues. We also discussed school Chancellor Joel Klein's record and the debate between public, and charter schools. Chung-Wha also touched on the Obama administration's record on immigrant issues.

Demócratas de NY disfrutan su triunfo electoral - El Diario La Prensa NY - noticias de Nueva York - impre.com

I was quoted in El Diario La Prensa, discussing the results of the elections, and how it impacts comprehensive immigration reform, and the Latino community.

Demócratas de NY disfrutan su triunfo electoral - El Diario La Prensa NY - noticias de Nueva York - impre.com

Catalina Jaramillo on THE PEREZ NOTES

I had the opportunity to interview El Diario La Prensa's Catalina Jaramillo. We discussed the election results, and how the outcome affects the Latino community and immigration reform. We also touched on Governor elect Cuomo and some of his position's on the issues that are important to Latinos, and the role that Latino media outlets play in elections.

Michael Oliva on THE PEREZ NOTES

I had the opportunity to interview political consultant Michael Oliva. We discussed the election results on a statewide, citywide and national level. Topics of discussion ranged from, the implications of the new Republican majority in the congress, to how Governor elect Cuomo handles the dysfunction in Albany. We also discussed his work as the Director of the Metro Theater Project.