PIX on Politics Daily: Outdoor dining
NEW YORK (PIX11) — Welcome to PIX on Politics Daily with Dan Mannarino, where we break down the day's political news, headlines, and issues that matter most to you through in-depth conversation.
Join us daily on PIX11+ streaming at 1 p.m. as we invite the newsmakers, lawmakers, and key players shaping policies that impact local communities.
On Thursday, Dan Mannarino was joined by Andrew Rigie, the executive director of the New York City Hospitality Alliance, to discuss mounting criticism surrounding the recent launch of New York City's outdoor dining program.
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