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Supporting progressive candidates to create more a just & inclusive NYC. The political side of the Progressive Caucus of the @NYCCouncil (@NYCProgressives)
New York City, NY
Joined December 2012
Today @NYCProgressives Youth Services Committee Chair @CMDebiRose heard PC Co-Chair @BenKallos’ bill on #afterschool4all. @NYCProgressives have been advocating for universal #afterschool4all for yrs, & included it in our 2018 policy agenda. Statement here: https://t.co/rPMOAFwAME
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Last night I had the honor of testifying in front of the BOC on behalf of @NYCSpeakerCoJo to emphasize the urgency of ending solitary in NYC. We must end ALL forms of solitary confinement — no exceptions.
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Listening to Nicholas Feliciano’s family speak about their son and DOC’s failure to save him, my heart broke for this young man and the countless other NYers who have suffered because of our broken criminal justice system. Radical reform is needed, and it’s needed now.
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Thanks to @RJackson_NYC, @CordellCleare, @mrortegany, and everyone who joined me in Harlem today — two and a half hours left to vote so #ItsTimeLetsGo!
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Reminder to everyone out casting their ballot today — If you have any issues at the polls, you can call our campaign’s voter protection hotline at 718.755.1568
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NYC: Today is #ElectionDay. Make your voice heard. Show up and #vote! Find your polling place: https://t.co/9Bk43GeNol
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BREAKING: We just blocked Georgia's abortion ban. Abortion is still legal in all 50 states. We won't stop fighting until all efforts to block access are defeated.
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A white supremacist spouting xenophobic views aligned with those of the President murdered 20 people today with an assault rifle that every sane country bans, but that the GOP protects. Their thoughts & prayers aren’t simply worthless. They are a large part of what caused it.
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I ran for office to protect my neighbors from abusive and exploitative landlords. Today, I stand with my colleagues behind the strongest package of rent protections in years. Thank you to all the advocates who fought so hard! Now, we need the Governor to sign it. #13inAlbany
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Community Land Trusts can protect affordable homeownership (and more!) for the long-term-- but only with the right resources. Thank you @DRichards13 @MarkLevineNYC @CarlinaRivera @HelenRosenthal for promoting this initiative
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The de Blasio administration has shown some openness to community land trusts, which offer a promising new approach to providing affordable housing in New York City. Now the Council is being called...
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“CLTs are the most successful affordable housing model in decades. We’re pushing for a new initiative to fund 11 CLTs citywide to fight hypergentrification.” -@CarlinaRivera
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Congratulations @FarahNLouis on your victory last night! We are thrilled to welcome you as the 12th female member of the City Council. Only 9 women left until we reach at least #21in21.
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Congratulations to @FarahNLouis on her big victory tonight in district 45!
JUST IN: @FarahNLouis has won the special election for @NYCCouncil's 45th District. She will replace @JumaaneWilliams, the new Public Advocate, and represent areas that include Flatbush, East Flatbush, Midwood, Flatlands, and Canarsie. #NY1Politics
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Congratulations to @FarahNLouis on her big victory tonight. Welcome to the @NYCCouncil!
JUST IN: @FarahNLouis has won the special election for @NYCCouncil's 45th District. She will replace @JumaaneWilliams, the new Public Advocate, and represent areas that include Flatbush, East Flatbush, Midwood, Flatlands, and Canarsie. #NY1Politics
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“No justice, no peace. We need a place to sleep!” #ShutdownAlbany #TenantTuesday #UniversalRentControl
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Bonus footage of today's #TenantTuesday rally for #UniversalRentControl and @housing4allNY's nine platforms with my colleagues Assemblymember @Vote_Richardson, Assemblymember @yuhline, and Assemblymember @HarveyforNY
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We felt the #TenantPower today in Albany as we hit 33 days before our rent regulation laws expire. Proud to stand and march with you for stronger tenant protections! #TenantTuesday #UniversalRentControl
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Thank you to our Members who have worked hard canvassing for @MoniqueForNYC! Rain or shine, they’ve been 💪💪🏻💪🏼💪🏽💪🏾💪🏿
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I'm here in NYC supporting @MoniqueForNYC for City Council. But I was in solidarity with tenants all across the state today #UniversalRentControl
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