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When did NYC turn into Gimme City?

Gimme, gimme, gimme...

That's all we're hearing these days. Gimme more of your money for taxes, fares and fees.

The Yankees demand another $350 million in tax-free city financing or they won't finish their new stadium.

The MTA wants $500 million from the state. If they don't get it, they say, expect a 25-cent fare hike.

And not to be outdone, New York State's impoverished...

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