Saturday, July 11, 2026

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Friday, July 10, 2026

NYC 'Little Italy' To Be Back On Map, But . . .

The Commission for Social Justice (CSJ), the anti-defamation and positive image arm of the Order Sons and Daughters of Italy in America (OSDIA), today recognizes the decision by the New York City Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs (MOIA) to include Manhattan’s historic Little Italy neighborhood on its Immigrant Enclaves map following strong advocacy and concern expressed by Italian American communities and organizations.

“We are grateful that Mayor Mamdani and the New York City Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs listened to the concerns of the Italian American community and corrected the omission of Little Italy from the Immigrant Enclaves map,” said CSJ President John A. Fratta. “Little Italy is a historic and enduring symbol of the Italian immigrant experience in New York City, and its inclusion ensures that the contributions of generations of Italian immigrants and Italian Americans are properly recognized.”

“However, we remain disappointed that this correction came only after significant pushback and that other historic and thriving Italian American communities continue to be excluded from the map,” Fratta continued. “Neighborhoods such as Arthur Avenue in the Bronx represent vibrant Italian American enclaves with deep cultural, economic, and historical significance. These communities continue to preserve Italian heritage, support local businesses, and contribute immensely to the diverse fabric of New York City.”

The CSJ believes that maps and public representations of New York City’s immigrant communities should accurately reflect the full scope of the neighborhoods that have been shaped by generations of immigrants. Recognizing one community while overlooking others diminishes the important role these enclaves have played in building and enriching the city.

“The Italian American community appreciates the Mayor’s willingness to address this concern, but our work is not complete,” Fratta said. “We encourage Mayor Mamdani and MOIA to continue engaging with community leaders and to ensure that all significant immigrant enclaves—including those that represent the Italian American experience—receive appropriate recognition.”

The CSJ remains committed to advocating for accurate representation of Italian American history, culture, and contributions, and will continue working with community organizations and government leaders to promote a more complete and inclusive understanding of New York City’s diverse immigrant communities.

Little Italy To Mamdani: 'Te Ne Pentirai!'

From The Free Press:

Mayor Zohran Mamdani released his map of New York City’s “immigrant enclaves.” Except, he forgot a few spots.
Little Italy—one of the oldest immigrant communities in New York City—didn’t make the cut.
Here’s what the Italian-Americans whose families have been a part of Little Italy's history had to say about it.

NJ, N'tl GOP Sue State Over Vote Violations

The New Jersey Republican Party has joined the Republican National Committee (RNC) in a lawsuit to prevent certain non-residents who have never lived in New Jersey from registering to vote and voting in the state’s elections.

Below is a statement on the matter from Republican National Committee Chair Joe Gruters:

“Democrats are allowing certain people who have never lived in New Jersey to vote in the state’s elections,” said RNC Chairman Joe Gruters. “The RNC is taking them to court to stop this unconstitutional scheme, protect lawful voters, and secure New Jersey elections.”

Background:

  • The RNC, the New Jersey Republican Party (NJGOP), and Republican congressional candidate Michael McGuire sued New Jersey election officials for allowing certain non-residents to register and vote in New Jersey elections.
  • This lawsuit challenges a New Jersey law that allows certain people who have never lived in New Jersey – and in some cases have never lived in the United States – to vote in state elections based solely on a relative’s prior residency.
  • The RNC is suing to strike down this unconstitutional “never-resident voter” law and ensure only eligible New Jersey voters decide New Jersey elections.
  • New Jersey’s Constitution requires voters to be New Jersey residents and state officials cannot expand voting eligibility beyond those constitutional limits.
  • This lawsuit does not affect military members or overseas voters who previously lived in New Jersey, both of whom remain legally eligible to vote under state and federal law.
  • This lawsuit builds on the RNC’s successful record defending voter eligibility requirements across the country, including a major victory in North Carolina stopping non-residents from voting and recent lawsuits challenging similar policies in Nebraska, Colorado, and Nevada.

About the NJGOP
The New Jersey Republican State Committee is the official entity of the Republican National Committee and represents more than 1.6 million Republicans registered in New Jersey. For more information, visit NJGOP.org.

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