Political Quotes

New Yorkers deserve access to affordable, secure, and modern housing.

I ask my colleagues, how many more servicemembers will we lose, how many more billions of dollars must families pay at the pump, how many more empty promises must be made from an out of control administration before this body finally acts?

Earlier this year, New York State Concord grape farmers were left stranded after having their contracts suddenly canceled. That is why I called on the USDA to step in and purchase surplus Concord grape juice for federal nutrition programs.

As New Yorkers continue to combat the impacts of severe weather and disaster events like the flooding that took place in May, I will continue to work to deliver this critical federal assistance for communities across the five boroughs.