NY Dems can’t fix the subway — but they’re ready to federally fund drag queen story hour

Two New York Democrats battling for a coveted House seat are making one thing crystal clear: if they grab power in Washington, they want taxpayers helping bankroll “Drag Story Hour” programs for children.

Because apparently in a city drowning in crime fears, housing costs and crumbling transit, this is the urgent priority.

Rep. Dan Goldman and former city Comptroller Brad Lander both signaled support for federal funding tied to the controversial program, which sends drag performers into schools and libraries to read to kids and promote gender-themed programming.

Goldman, already serving in Congress and seeking another term, complained in responses to an LGBTQ Democratic club questionnaire that Republicans currently block federal dollars from flowing to such initiatives.

“Unfortunately, the Majority does not allow funding from Members of Congress to support LGBTQIA+ programming,” Goldman wrote. “However, once we take back the House, I certainly cannot wait to fund programs like Drag Story Hours and other programs.” He added: “I would most certainly welcome the chance to host one.”

Lander’s camp was equally enthusiastic. The former comptroller touted his support for drag story events at Brooklyn Public Library branches while serving on the City Council, and a spokesman later confirmed Lander would support funding “lots of arts and culture programs, most certainly including Drag Story Hour.”