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Andrew Cuomo: “Cost of goods in New York City metropolitan area rose by 56%…”

Featuring: Andrew Cuomo, Democratic | Former Governor of New York

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Announcement by Fmr Gov. and NYC Mayoral Candidate Andrew Cuomo

Published | Video Starts at 02:53

Affordability, as you know, is a major issue. Working families are getting squeezed. Consumer prices have risen higher than the median household income. 50% of working age households can't meet basic needs. Cost of goods in New York City metropolitan area rose by 56% over the past decade. which is frightening when you think about it. Transportation affordability. I propose a 100% subsidy for low income New Yorkers on both buses and subways. Okay. (02:53–03:00)

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