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Council Member Shaun Abreu expresses gratitude to Reverend Johnson and highlights his contributions
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Council Member Shaun Abreu expresses deep gratitude to Reverend Johnson of the Black Liberation Church in West Harlem for his presence at the meeting. He highlights Reverend Johnson's background, contributions to the community, and his distinguished service to New York City and Upper Manhattan.
- Abreu describes Reverend Johnson as a Harlem native, photographer, community board member, youth coach, and gun violence survivor.
- The council member emphasizes Johnson's work in protecting and advancing arts and culture.
- Abreu concludes by making a motion for unanimous consent to spread the invocation in full upon the record.
Shaun Abreu
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Thank you, majority leader.
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Thank you, majority leader.
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I would like to extend my deepest gratitude to reverend Johnson of the Black Liberation Church in West Harlem for blessing us with his presence today.
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Born and raised in Harlem, Reverend Johnson has worked extensively to protect and advance our arts and culture.
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He is a photographer with a distinguished career in the entertainment industry.
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He is also a community board member, youth coach, and gun violence survivor.
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It is an honor to have you here today, pastor.
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Through your ministry, civic advocacy, and youth mentorship, you have served the city Of New York and the people of Upper Manhattan with the utmost distinction and care.
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There is no doubt that your love for our community has infused your service with immense beauty.
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I make a motion for unanimous consent to spread the invocation in full upon the record.