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How the JP Morgan trading calamity could help the GOP take the moral high ground and win in 2012

(If you are a Democrat, do not jump to conclusions) May 13, 2012 By Steven Greer, MD JP Morgan reported at least a $2 Billion loss in trading of exotic synthetic derivatives: instruments very similar to the CDO’s that caused … Continue reading →

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Yushi Sushi

*** BatteryPark.TV has selected this establishment as a Best of Downtown for sushi Please post your comments in the section below 4 World Financial Ctr # 4 New York (212) 945-3096 We spoke with the new new operating partner of … Continue reading →

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The JP Morgan trading loss disaster could trigger serious global consequences

May 11, 2012 By Steven Greer, MD The news today of JP Morgan losing at least $2 Billion from a few people on a trading desk loading up on synthetic derivatives could trigger another global collapse, ala 2008. The European … Continue reading →

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Letter to the Editor: Whole Foods not assisting a trapped bird in the store

Hi Dr. Greer: Love your website…adds some “fire” to BPC. You have always taken an interest in dog owners and their pets, the Koi, and Ducklings.  This problem I think you will appreciate – and I hope you can help. … Continue reading →

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Building managers now getting involved and calling PEP for issues

May 3, 2012 By Steven Greer In a new development, a building management company is now taking the advice of BatteryPark.TV and calling the PEP for problems they see nearby their entrances, such as teenagers smoking substances in Rector Park … Continue reading →

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Serious conflicts of interest between CB1 board members and the CEO of the BPCA come to light

May 1, 2012 By Steven Greer, MD Egregious new conflicts of interest between some Community Board 1 members (people who are supposed to be representing the welfare of the BPC citizens) and the Battery Park City Authority (run by executives … Continue reading →

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PEP ticket town cars

April 17, 2012 With the cooperation of the city and private industry in the area, the problem of harassing town cars that have infiltrated BPC is waning, for the time being. However, the battle is far from over. PEP officer … Continue reading →

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Livery “town car” drivers can often be dangerous criminals

March 29, 2012  By Steven Greer, MD BatteryPark.TV has extensively reported on the growing problem in our neighborhood of drivers of livery cab town cars illegally parking in residential Battery Park and illegally soliciting fares. In one story, a driver … Continue reading →

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CB1 refuses to move meetings from the offices of the BPCA

April 24, 2012, By Steven Greer, MD Community Board 1 Chairperson Julie Menin spoke with me today. We inquired about the status of the BPC community board divisions, and whether Linda Belfer would be returning. She has been ill. Her … Continue reading →

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Illegal livery cabs halt traffic on Vesey Street

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The grass field used as intended

April 28, 2012 In the first two years of the new West Thames Park grass field, the BPCA did not take ownership of it and the field was ruined by adults in cleated shoes playing organized soccer. This year, so … Continue reading →

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Dr. Oz jumps the shark…again

The self promoting Theresa Caputo from Long Island makes a living out of convincing people that we all can communicate to deceased loved ones, preying upon our vulnerabilities. Dr. Oz, in his desperate search for ratings, had this person as … Continue reading →

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Asphalt Green pool filled as a PR maneuver to deflect the fact that the center will not be ready this season

April 26, 2012 By Steven Greer, MD A local printed flier featured today yet another pro-BPCA fluff piece highlighting the positives of the Asphalt Green athletic center. We previously reported how the BPCA Gayle Horwitz blamed the city for the … Continue reading →

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The economic impact of the Tribeca Film Festival

April 19, 2012  By Steven Greer, MD Entering its 11th year, The Tribeca Film Festival will go through April 29th. In 2002, less than six months after the September 11, 2001 attacks on the World Trade Centers and The Pentagon, … Continue reading →

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Waste in the American Healthcare System

https://youtu.be/E1n4wjqO6Ds Dr. Berwick, former Director of CMS and former President and CEO of IHI, discusses the percentage of waste in the American Healthcare System. He also mentions the new proposals by nine specialties recommending that 45 procedures and tests be … Continue reading →

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A letter to Speaker Silver and Senator Squadron about jackhammer noise on West Thames and Battery Place

April 18, 2012 Speaker Silver, Senator Squadron I am writing to on behalf of thousands of people in Battery Park City because the BPCA, Mayor’s office, and city DOT are completely unresponsive. We have a major noise problem down here … Continue reading →

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Instant green after the heat wave

April 17, 2012 If you noticed a sudden increase in the green tree foliage, you are not imagining it. The heat wave on Monday triggered the trees to expedite the opening of the new leaves. (more…)

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