Adriano Espaillat actually said...

"But the people I met from Russia are just like Americans. They may or may not love their government, but they love their country, and I respect that."

"I am very supportive of the work you do, especially at a time when, in Congress, we continue to file bills that undermine labor rights, climate, OSHA, and roll back wage protections."

"Your agency does provide great work and bipartisan work, and I commend you for your efforts."

"I would like to propose that the Harlem Rucker Park educational aspect is one that fits perfectly through a cooperative agreement."