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Council Member Marmorato advocates for Vietnam Veterans Day resolution
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Council Member Kristy Marmorato speaks in support of a resolution to designate March 29th as Vietnam Veterans Day in New York City. She explains the significance of this recognition for Vietnam veterans and their families, emphasizing the city's responsibility to honor their service and sacrifice.
- The resolution was inspired by a conversation with constituent Oscar Ruiz, a Vietnam veteran
- Marmorato highlights the struggles faced by Vietnam veterans upon returning home
- The designated day aims to ensure that the veterans' contributions are never forgotten
Kristy Marmorato
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Thank you, majority leader.
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As I stated during the Veterans Committee, it's a privilege to bring this resolution forward, one that holds deep significance for me and so many in District 13.
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Today, we vote to designate March 29th as Vietnam Veterans Day in New York City, a gesture that may seem simple, but has a profound meaning for our veterans and their families.
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The inspiration for this resolution came from a conversation with one of my constituents, Oscar Ruiz, at a veteran's breakfast in Morris Park.
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Oscar shared with me the struggles he and so many Vietnam veterans have faced for years, especially the pain of returning home to a city that did not offer them the recognition or support that they deserved.
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Hearing his story was a powerful reminder that as a city, we have the responsibility to do so much better.
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By designating March 29th as Vietnam Veterans Day, we're making a promise to our Vietnam veterans and their families that they that their sacrifice, service, and resilience will never be forgotten.
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This day will serve as a constant reminder that New York City honors them and sees them, values them, and their contributions to
James F. Gennaro
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our government.
Amanda Farias
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Member, your time has expired.
Kristy Marmorato
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Okay.
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Thank you.
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I'd like to thank Regina Paul and my chief of staff and all of my council members that vote yes.
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Thank you.
