Join NYCLA Amicus Curiae: Candid Conversations with host Daniel K. Wiig for our latest episode. On the heels of the upcoming mayoral election, we sit down with nationally recognized trial lawyer and former independent mayoral candidate Jim Walden for a candid conversation about leadership, civic engagement, policy, and the challenges of public life in New York City. Drawing from his experiences in the political arena, Jim offers perspectives on community impact, and lessons learned along the way.

Recording Note:

This episode was recorded before Jim Walden concluded his campaign for NYC Mayor. While he is no longer a candidate, the discussion offers lasting perspectives on leadership, civic engagement, and public service.

NYCLA is presenting this solely as part of an educational forum for our listeners to learn about the candidates running for election in 2025. NYCLA does not endorse, support, or oppose any political candidate, and we have extended invitations to all candidates for Mayor to appear on and participate in this series on an equal basis. The views expressed here are those of the guest and do not necessarily represent or reflect the views of NYCLA, its affiliates, members, officers, or board.

In this episode of our Manhattan District Attorney Candidate Conversations series, host Daniel K. Wiig speaks with Diana Florence. Diana shares her experience, approach to criminal justice, and the priorities and challenges she would address if elected as Manhattan District Attorney.

As a reminder to our listeners, NYCLA is presenting this episode as an educational forum for our listeners to learn about Diana Florence's candidacy. NYCLA does not endorse any political candidate, and we have extended invitations to all candidates for Manhattan District Attorney to appear on this series.

All candidates were invited to be interviewed as a part of this educational series. The views expressed here are those of the guest and do not necessarily represent or reflect the views of NYCLA, its affiliates, members, officers, or board.

About Diana Florence

In the first episode of NYCLA Amicus Curiae's Manhattan District Attorney candidate series, host Daniel K. Wiig speaks with Maud Maron. Maud discusses her professional background, priorities for the Manhattan District Attorney's office, and views on the challenges facing our justice system.

As a reminder to our listeners, NYCLA is presenting this episode as an educational forum for our listeners to learn about Maud Maron's candidacy. NYCLA does not endorse any political candidate, and we have extended invitations to all candidates for Manhattan District Attorney to appear on this series.

All candidates were invited to be interviewed as a part of this educational series.

The views expressed here are those of the guest and do not necessarily represent or reflect the views of NYCLA, its affiliates, members, officers, or board.

About Maud Maron