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Council Member De La Rosa celebrates Dominican independence and contributions to New York City

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Council Member Carmen N. De La Rosa delivers remarks celebrating 181 years of Dominican independence and acknowledging the contributions of Dominicans and Dominican Americans to New York City. She highlights the impact of the Dominican diaspora on various aspects of society and expresses gratitude for their influence.

De La Rosa mentions a vibrant event held the previous night to celebrate Dominican independence
She specifically mentions her connection to Washington Heights, a neighborhood known for its large Dominican population
The council member emphasizes the contributions of Dominicans in areas such as culture, economy, politics, and government

Carmen N. De La Rosa

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Thank you majority leader.

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I wanna join speaker Adams today in celebrating the Dominican diaspora across our city, state, and nation as we celebrate a hundred and eighty one years of independence.

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Dominican independence day provides a special opportunity for us to pay tribute to the countless Dominicans and Dominican Americans who have made New York City such an extraordinary place to live.

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Our profound contribution has shaped all areas of society and culture, economy, politics, government for generations.

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Last night, we had a wonderful vibrant event, and I just wanna take the opportunity to say out loud as I do every day hailing from Washington Heights, Thank you.

Amanda Farías

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Recognizing council member Lewis.

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