Ritchie Torres: “Enough is enough. We cannot wait passively for the next tragedy to happen.”

I rise to honor Ursula Cruz- Greene, a remarkable public servant, and a pillar of our Bronx community. Born in Lumberton, North Carolina, Ursula moved to New York and quickly made her mark. After graduating as a valedictorian from Global…

I rise to honor a true daughter of the Bronx, a leader whose life has lifted generations: Shirley Fearon. Born and raised right here in our borough, Shirley embodies the heart and resilience of the northeast Bronx. A lifelong educator, she…

I rise today to recognize Cheryl McNear, the newly elected president of the 47th Precinct Community Council and a steadfast leader in our Bronx community. Cheryl has dedicated nearly a decade of service to the council holding multiple…

I rise today to honor a true Bronxite, Mr. Gene Edwards. His story is inseparable from the story of our borough, our city, and our country. Gene grew up in the very heart of the Bronx, attended New York City public schools, raised in…