Greenfield, Hamilton, Hikind Lead Rally Against Iran Accord
Borough Park City Councilman, Central Brooklyn State Sen. Jesse Hamilton and Borough Park Assemblyman Dov Hikind will host a rally today at the Crown Heights’ Brooklyn Jewish Children’s Museum to call on Brooklyn Congress members to oppose the proposed Iran accord.
“I am proud of Senator Schumer and other members of New York’s congressional delegation for opposing a deal that paves the way for Iran to get a nuclear weapon. This is a bad deal for America. It is time that our Brooklyn representatives followed Senator Schumer’s lead and let President Obama know that we can negotiate a better deal for America,” said Greenfield.
“Iran Nuclear Deal supporters focus on the early years. Well, what happens when Iran receives generous upfront sanctions relief? When tens of billions of dollars go to terrorist groups like Hamas and Hezbollah or to groups who have plotted attacks in Buenos Aires, Berlin, Jerusalem, and Washington DC? And further down the line, this deal allows restrictions to phase out over time. I stand with my community in demanding a better deal: prevent sponsorship of terror, stop Iran menacing us and our allies, and don’t rely on trusting words from Iran to assure our security,” said Hamilton.
“The deal with Iran is an incredible threat to our allies in the Middle East and ultimately to the United States. We’re dealing with the world’s number one state sponsor of terrorism, responsible for the deaths of many Americans. As more information comes out about this deal, Americans are overwhelmingly against it. This is one of the most critical issues we have ever faced and I call upon fellow legislators in Brooklyn to reject the deal,” said Hikind.
Thus far, Brooklyn Congress Members Yvette Clarke, Hakeem Jeffries, Nydia Velazquez have yet to make a decision.
Brooklyn/Manhattan Congressman Jerry Nadler, last week, announced his support for the deal.
The rally is slated for 6 p.m., today at the Jewish Children’s Museum, 792 Eastern Parkway. The elected officials urge participation from the public.
Provost, Young Dem District Leaders Host Soiree
Brooklyn’s youngest Democratic District Leaders Cory Provost (D-58th AD), Kevin Peter Carroll (D-64th AD), and Nick Rizzo (D-50th AD) will present the 3rd Annual Summer Soiree to night in Manhattan.
The Summer Soiree started three years ago under Provost as a way to bring together and engage young professionals. This year Provost recruited his fellow Leaders –Carroll and Nick Rizzo (together they are the youngest Leaders for the Kings County Democratic Party) — in order to bring together more young professionals.
The 3rd Annual Summer Soiree will feature great food, a joyful atmosphere, and many wonderful announcements. There is no required cover charge for this event. Some hors d’oeuvres will be available and there is a cash bar.
The event is slated for between 6-9 p.m., tonight at Hudson Terrace, 621 West 46th Street in Manhattan. Please RSVP here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/3rd-annual-summer-soireetickets-18251157704
Adams Hosts Second Annual Senior Day
Brooklyn Borough President Eric L. Adams will host about 400 senior citizens from across Brooklyn for his second annual Senior Day, celebrated this year at Kingsborough Community College under the “Seniors by the Sea” theme.
Those in attendance will enjoy activities like Brooklyn trivia, dancing, and an interactive photo booth. In addition to taking part in the festivities himself, Adams will speak to seniors about his work to make the borough a safe community where Brooklynites can age in place.
According to the New York City Department of City Planning, Brooklyn is projected to continue having the largest elderly population in the city, numbering 410,000 seniors in 2030, up 45 percent from 2000.
The event is slated for 12 noon, today at KingsBorough Community College, 2001 Oriental Blvd. in Manhattan Beach.
Clarke Congratulates New Jamaican Ambassador to U.S.
Flatbush Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke released the following statement on the appointment of His Excellency Ralph Thomas as the Ambassador of the Nation of Jamaica to the United States.
Clarke is a proud Jamaican-American, and recently traveled with President Obama to the Caribbean. Thomas is currently ambassador to China. He will assume his new position in September.
“I welcome His Excellency Ralph Thomas, who studied business and pursued a career in banking here in New York City, on his return to the United States as the Ambassador of Jamaica. With his extensive experience in international finance as Vice-President of the Bank of New York Mellon and with the Jamaica Financial Services Authority, the Urban Development Corporation, and the National Investment Board, Ambassador Thomas has the opportunity to build on the relationship between the United States and Jamaica by facilitating investment and encouraging collaboration on initiatives such as the development of renewable energy, for which President Obama has already pledged his support,” said Clarke.
“As we celebrate the Fifty-Third Anniversary of the Independence of Jamaica, I remain committed to working with my colleagues in Congress, President Obama and the Department of State, and the Nation of Jamaica to contribute to the renewal of its economy and the aspirations of its people – in Jamaica and around the world – in the Twenty-First Century. I also want to thank His Excellency Dr. Stephen Vasciannie for his record of service on behalf of Jamaica. It was an honor to work with you,” she added.
Williams Appoints Brown To Youth Council
Flatlands City Council Member Jumaane D. Williams announced the his appointment of Errianna Brown to the inaugural class of The New York City Youth Council from District 45.
“Errianna is a bright, ambitious senior at NEST+m High School whose strong academic performance and community involvement have made her an outstanding youth leader. She has also served as an intern in my district office, handling constituent affairs, community outreach and more, and has been an active member of my youth council Students Taking Action Today (STAT). I have no doubt that she will be an excellent representative of the young people in our district, and look forward to seeing her regularly at City Hall,” said Williams.
