New York City Council Member Vanessa L. Gibson, today announced her endorsement of Public Advocate candidate Jumaane Williams. Gibson currently represents the 16th District in the Bronx which includes Claremont, Claremont Village, Concourse, Concourse Village, Highbridge, Morrisania, Morris Heights and Mount Eden.
"I'm proud to have worked with Jumaane on criminal justice reform and public safety initiatives, including the creation of the first ever Mayor's Office to Prevent Gun Violence and the successful expansion of the cure violence program," said Council Member Gibson. "I know firsthand Jumaane's commitment and compassion to helping others and standing up for what's right even when it's not popular. He has advocated for and been in the trenches with seniors, tenants, veterans, and youth to name a few. Jumaane has a proven track record of success and I'm proud to support his candidacy for Public Advocate."
In her capacity as a Council Member for the 16th district in the Bronx, Gibson previously served as the first woman and person of color to Chair the City Council's Public Safety Committee, and now serves as Deputy Leader and Chair of the Subcommittee on Capital.Council Member Gibson also previously served as a member of the New York State Assembly representing the 77th district in the Bronx.
"I am honored to have earned Council Member Gibson's endorsement for our campaign to be New York City's next Public Advocate," said Jumaane. "From day one, this has been a grassroots effort by the people and for the people. Though we may be from different boroughs, Vanessa and I have a shared vision of a New York City that shines as a progressive beacon for the rest of this country. I look forward to campaigning in the Bronx with Vanessa, and I'm proud to have her support to be the next Public Advocate."
Today's endorsement adds to the more than two dozen city and state elected officials who have endorsed Jumaane's campaign. Jumaane has also secured more endorsements than any other candidate in the race from progressive political clubs, organizations, unions, and community groups. A full list of Jumaane's endorsements is available atjumaanewilliams.com/
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