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113th Congress

June 16, 2014

Congresswoman Clarke Celebrates the Second Anniversary of DACA

Brooklyn, N.Y. – Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke released the following statement on the second anniversary of the Consideration of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program…
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June 16, 2014

Editorial: Legal helping hand for Immigrants facing deportation is an urgent necessity

“The atmosphere couldn’t have been better. “Last Saturday as Harlem enjoyed a beautiful summer’s day, at least 200 people, most of them immigrants or the children of…
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June 16, 2014

Statement on the Passing of Ruby Dee

Brooklyn, N.Y. – Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke released the following statement in honor of award-winning actress, writer, and civil rights activist Ruby Dee, who passed away…
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June 12, 2014

OPINION: 2016 Democratic Convention at Barclays Center? Bring it on!

Downtown Brooklyn would have everything to gain and nothing to lose from a 2016 Democratic National Convention in Barclays Center.   To continue reading, please visit http://www.brooklyneagle.com/articles/opinion-2016-democratic-convention-barclays-center-bring-it-2014-06-09-153000…
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June 12, 2014

Governor Cuomo Announces Nearly $76 Million for Road Safety Projects Across the State

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced $75.6 million in federal Highway Safety Improvement Program funding for 33 projects that will enhance mobility and safety on roadways…
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June 12, 2014

YWCA Hosts Girls Empowerment Symposium

The Young Women’s Christian Association (YWCA) of the City of New York hosted the “Potential to Power Girls Symposium to Ignite Social Action on Issues Facing 21st Century…
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