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This is the third installment of MYD’s “Virtual Town Hall,” a series of exclusive interviews with newsmakers, lawmakers, and other fascinating New Yorkers. The format is simple: We ask any five questions. They answer. No edits! Tony Avella is a former New York City Council Member and current candidate for State Senate in the 11th district (Queens). 1. Why do you think young people should care about the state government and what goes on in Albany? The dysfunction in Albany not only impacts funding for current programs/resources/initiatives that directly help young people, but also future funding. For example, funding for education throughout the State (including CUNY and SUNY) and job creation opportunities are in jeopardy because of the gridlock in … More >>