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Joann Ariola introduces herself as the new Republican minority leader
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Council Member Joann Ariola introduces herself as the newly elected Republican minority leader of the New York City Council. She expresses her honor in taking on this role and her intention to lead by standing firm when necessary and finding common ground when possible.
- Ariola acknowledges the speaker, majority leader, and majority whip
- She introduces Council Member Vicki Paladino as the minority whip
- Ariola emphasizes her success in serving her district and holding city agencies accountable
Joann Ariola
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Thank you, madam speaker Adams, majority leader Faria's, majority whip Brooks Powers and my fellow colleagues.
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It is my honor to stand here today as the newly elected Republican minority leader of the city council aside my friend and colleague and minority whip, council member Vicki Paladino.
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As the council's minority leader, it is my intention to lead holding true to my belief in standing for our ground when we must and finding common ground when we can.
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As a member of this body and council member in the 30 Second Council District, I have been able to successfully serve the people of my district, providing them with answers to their questions and concerns and holding the city's agencies accountable.
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That success was not achieved alone.