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OFFICE OF THE PUBLIC ADVOCATE
FOR THE CITY OF NEW YORK
JUMAANE D. WILLIAMS
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"The true test of a progressive government is whether, when funding is cut or curtailed, progressive values persist in our budgetary priorities. This is a test that has primarily been kicked down the road with the current executive budget. Fortunately, some of the major fears raised by the preliminary budget have been abated by an increase in revenue. As we move toward adoption, though, fiscal responsibility must be paired with human responsibility. I expect the final budget to be one that recognizes and supports the services and programs that are vital to New Yorkers."
