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1999 Charter Revision Commission controversy

6:29:04

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69 sec

Council Member Sanchez discusses the controversial context of the 1999 Charter Revision Commission, which was seen as a political move by Mayor Giuliani against Public Advocate Mark Green.

  • Sanchez cites criticism from Fritz Schwartz, calling the commission 'overly politicized' and 'profoundly undemocratic'
  • She questions the appropriateness of using a charter revision commission for political retribution
  • Sanchez asks Mastro if he stands by his actions during that time