The Black Lives Matter Harlem Street Mural project kicked off on Friday, July 3, with a full presentation of speakers including Rev. Al Sharpton, Attorney General Letitia James, State Senator Brian Benjamin, Manhattan Borough President Gale Brewer and Mayor Bill DeBlasio, among others. Continue Reading →
Tag Archives: Bill DeBlasio
Harlem Rep. Espaillat And Others Applaud Record Graduation Rate From Harlem To Hollis
Here are the responses from Harlem Rep. Adriano Espaillat and others who are applauding the record high graduation rate:
“Championing the needs of our students today, prepares them for a stronger future,” said Rep. Adriano Espaillat.
Civil Rights Groups Speak Out Against Proposed Freeze On Uber And Lyft In Harlem
Business Insider reports that Civil rights groups joined Uber and Lyft in their fight against the New York City Council’s proposed plan to place a cap on the number of vehicles that ride-share services can operate in the city. Continue Reading →