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December 21, 2010

Rep. Clarke Encourages Residents to Understand New Voting System In New York

Today, Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke released the following statement about the new voting system being installed in New York State this year: “For years, citizens of New York have…
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December 21, 2010

Rep. Clarke’s statement on Senate Approving 4.6 Billion for Minority Farmers

Representative Yvette D. Clarke released the following statement in support of the Senate’s approval of a settlement of almost $4.6 billion to settle long-standing claims by minority…
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December 21, 2010

Rep. Clarke’s Celebrates the 47th Anniversary of Dr. King’s “I have A Dream” Speech

Saturday, August 28th marks the 47th anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King’s powerful and influential ‘I Have a Dream’ speech delivered on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington,…
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December 21, 2010

Rep. Clarke Fighting For More Procurement Opportunities for Minority-Owned Small Businesses

Today, Congresswoman Yvette Clarke joined Senator Roland Burris and Rep. William Lacy Clay in hosting a forum entitled “Exploring Minority Business Opportunities with the Federal…
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December 21, 2010

Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke’s Statement on the Passing of Barbados Prime Minister David Thompson

Today, Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke released the following statement on the passing of Barbados Prime Minister David Thompson: “I extend my condolences to the family of Prime…
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December 21, 2010

Calling on More Qualified Officials to Run New York City’s School System

Congressman Edolphus ’Ed‘Towns and Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke express concern with NYC Chancellor Appointee Cathie Black Brooklyn, NY- Today, U.S. Rep. Edolphus ’Ed‘ Towns…
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