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Shaun Abreu explains his vote on City of Yes initiative

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Council Member Shaun Abreu explains his support for the City of Yes initiative, emphasizing the importance of compromise in democracy and the significant financial commitment to affordable housing. He acknowledges that while the bill isn't perfect, it represents progress in addressing New York City's housing crisis.

Highlights $5 billion dedication to affordable housing as transformative
Stresses the urgency of addressing the housing crisis in New York City
Concludes by voting in favor of the City of Yes initiative

Shaun Abreu

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Today wasn't about achieving anyone's perfect vision.

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This bill isn't exactly what any of us would have drafted alone, but that's the nature of democracy.

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It's about negotiation, compromise, and the hope that the final product moves us forward.

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What's undeniable here is the magnitude of the financial commitment we've secured.

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5,000,000,000 dedicated to affordable housing, this is transformative.

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I want to thank the speaker's office for complimenting the city of YES.

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Addressing our housing crisis has never been more urgent.

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Too many New Yorkers are living on the edge, struggling to find or keep a home they can afford.

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City of YES is a step toward ensuring every family has the stability and dignity that housing provides.

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By passing the city of yes, we will a we will be a better city tomorrow than we were yesterday.

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I vote aye.

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