On Thursday, September 4, 2025, the Center for New York City and State Law hosted a policy briefing on “Responding to Homelessness and Severe Mental Illness in NYC’s Subways and Other Public Spaces.” Dean and President of New York Law School Anthony W. Crowell gave opening remarks, and the panel was moderated by Ben Max, Executive Editor and Program Director for the Center for New York City and State Law.

On June 3, 2025, the Center for New York City and State Law hosted a debate for the candidates running for Manhattan Borough President. Candidates Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Keith Powers, and Calvin Sun. The candidates took questions from moderator Ben Max, Executive Editor and Program Director for the Center for New York City and State Law.

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On May 29, 2025, the hosts of the Max Politics and FAQ NYC podcasts – Ben Max, Christina Greer, Katie Honan, and Harry Siegel – hosted a special 2025 New York City primary election preview event with political analysis, special guests, audience participation, and more at New York Law School.

On May 1, 2025, the Center for New York City and State Law and New York Law School celebrated Law Day with a special briefing featuring Department of Investigation Commissioner Jocelyn Strauber for a discussion on Courage, Independence, & Government Integrity. Commissioner Strauber spoke with Ben Max, Executive Editor and Program Director of the Center for New York City and State Law. Dean and President of New York Law School Anthony W. Crowell provided opening … <Read More>