The Brooklyn Democratic Party represents Democrats from every corner of the borough. | Party Chair: @AMBichotte
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Today, Brooklyn Democratic Party leaders & elected officials across our diverse borough joined in unified support of @andrewcuomo, as @bkdems Chair @AMBichotte endorsed Andrew Cuomo for NYC Mayor.
Read more via @NYDailyNews ⤵️
Brooklyn Democratic Chair Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn endorses Cuomo for NYC mayor trib.al/ed1dWcX
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STATEMENT: @bkdems Condemn the Racist Republican Calls to Deport Zohran Mamdami ⤵️
“NYC and our nation are built on the backs of immigrants. We don’t just make our city great; we lead it,” says Brooklyn Dems Chair @AMBichotte.
“Let’s keep finding strength in our diversity.”
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"For Black women, who face persistent challenges — maternal healthcare disparities, economic inequities, & the affordability & housing crises — @andrewcuomo has a proven track record addressing these pressing problems," writes @bkdems Chair @AMBichotte:
brooklynpaper.com/op-ed-why-…
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Statement from @bkdems Chair @AMBichotte Denouncing Intimidation of ex-City Hall Staffer Accusing Justin Brannan of Harassment
Michael Bistreich “deserves space & respect to tell his side of the story” and share “chilling accusations” of being tormented:
conta.cc/3tWQRQw
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The MAGA Republicans "stop right here, with the millions of votes we're getting from this county," @KathyHochul said at the @bkdems Gala.
"We're going to lift up everyone in this State and never look back. They think they can keep us down, but we're fighters and this is NY."
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"As we celebrate our many victories this year, none is more special than @ericadamsfornyc's," said @bkdems chair @AMBichotte.
"New York City has elected not only the most qualified Democratic candidate but a real blue-collar New Yorker."
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Congratulations @KathyHochul.
Every little girl across our state has a model to aspire to in Hochul today. We welcome her commitment to reform & accountability. This is a trailblazing new era for #women.
Let’s come together for a #Brooklyn style welcome!
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This evening we received the following letter from Lori Maslow. We thank her for her years of service and accept her resignation.
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Great to have @andrewcuomo meet & discuss pressing issues with our District Leaders @tonyko_joycexie, elected officials, and Asian communities in Southern Brooklyn:
Great to meet with so many leaders of the Brooklyn Asian community to discuss how, together, we can make every neighborhood safe and affordable.
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Statement from @bkdems Chair @AMBichotte on Susan Zhuang’s arrest:
@susanzhuangnyc was attacked at a protest standing up for her community & “did not intend to hurt anyone, and surely not the NYPD, as she has a longstanding record of supporting law enforcement.”
Read more ⤵️
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#BKdemsLeader @AMBichotte congratulates new electeds @JabariBrisport @em4assembly @marcelaforny @Zinermanfor56Ad @phara4assembly
@kristina_nap @Julio_PenaBK @PierceJesse07 @Samynemir @AlvaradoMcCalla @shaquanaforbk @chrismccreight @DlJordan4 @Edu_Hermelyn
conta.cc/3jIF3Yp
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#HappyBirthday, @arikagan47!! 🎂🎉
We hope you have a wonderful birthday and wishing you even more success in the year ahead!
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Happy birthday to our Party Chair @AMBichotte!🍰🎉''
@bkdems wishes you a year of happiness, health and success!
Here's to another trip around the sun as a groundbreaking leader.
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"We need more Democratic county leaders like @AMBichotte, who speak truth to power, who aren't afraid of speaking to individuals, who are more interested in uniting us than dividing us," says @TishJames⤵️
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Great turn out for #GOTV with @KathyHochul @DelgadoforNY @ericadamsfornyc @TheRealLatriceW @bkdems district leaders and electeds. Lets go #Brooklyn!
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Congratulations to District Leader @davidschwartz48 on his election as 1st vice chair. #CCMeeting2020 #KCDCC
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Statement: @bkdems Chair @AMBichotte Supporting Michael Bistreich & Denouncing Attackers of Harassment Victims:
“When I released a statement calling to defend Bistreich, I was met with threats of a lawsuit & additional hate by intimidation for being a survivor & advocate…”⤵️
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No NFL game tomorrow? 🚨Don't miss the FIRST NYC candidate debates w/ @bkdems @errollouis & @AMBichotte🚨. Tune in from 6-9PM #bkdemsdebates
Register: tinyurl.com/SignUpBKDebate
@ericadamsfornyc @ShaunDonovanNYC @Rayformayor @scottmstringer @mayawiley @AndrewYang @LoreeSuttonNYC
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We congratulate NYS Senators @Iwen4NY and @jess_scarcella on their #election wins!
"Sens. Scarcella-Spanton & Chu are devoted public servants who are dedicated to uplifting & fiercely representing their communities," says @AMBichotte.
Statement ➡️conta.cc/3X5AIlX
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Brooklyn Legislators @agounardes & @FrontusforNY to win re-election keeping #BrooklynBlue. Our progressive legislators will be back in Albany to continue the fight. Our voters, volunteers & legal team believed in our fight. We thank them. Congrats!
Read ➡️conta.cc/2UEfxZ7
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The Brooklyn Democratic party is honored to be hosting a virtual debate among candidates for Mayor, Comptroller and Borough President this Sunday, hosted by Brooklyn’s own, NY1 anchor Errol Louis⤵️
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“Gov @KathyHochul has promised better maternal care, that includes *Black* maternal care, across our State.”
~ @AMBichotte at #NYDems2022
#TeamHochul
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The @bkdems District Leaders yesterday voted to endorse a diverse, qualified slate of candidates for NYS Supreme Court Justice.⚖
The slate will be presented at tomorrow's judicial convention:
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We had a great turnout at our @bkdems @thebkyoungdems #SOMOS2021 reception hosted by @AMBichotte featuring @ericadamsfornyc @BilldeBlasio @KathyHochul @chuckschumer @BrooklynDA @TishJames #IngridMartin also @frankvcarone our law chair Excited about #unity & our Democratic party!
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Brooklyn Dems Chair, @AMBichotte, "is a strong Black woman... loyal to her Haitian roots, has the ability to raise money & understands after all the animosity that election results & democracy rules the day."
~ @stephen_witt for @PoliticsNYnews
bit.ly/3yySa6F
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Thanks to everyone who attended the @bkdems Annual Pre-#Election Breakfast!
It was an honor to have a slate of #Democratic attendees, including the #Brooklyn ticket, @GovKathyHochul, @TishJames, @NYCMayor, and many others:
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Thanks to everyone who came to the @PlazaAutoMall to distribute turkey!
"Everybody is coming together to give thanks, to help the needy—to help our community, and that's what we're all about," says Party Chair @AMBichotte.
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Congratulations to our chair @AMBichotte for her addition to @CrainsNewYork’s Notable Black Leaders of 2022!
#bkdems
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We congratulate @cunningham4ny for winning the 43rd AD #Democratic nomination for the Assembly special election. He won a cross section of the #countycommittee dems voters led by district leaders @Edu_Hermelyn @sarana_purcell A Unified front. @CityAndStateNY @NY1 @thebkyoungdems
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Statement on Mayor Eric Adams’ Indictment—from Brooklyn Democratic Party Chair Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn:
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Please join us 🚨Thurs. Oct. 22 // 7:30-8:30PM🚨 for a pre-debate women's panel feat. @TishJames @CarolynBMaloney @latricemwalker & @FarahNLouis!!
Hosts @AMBichotte and @TaylorinDC lead a conversation on what's at stake for women this Nov.
Register ➡️ tinyurl.com/BKWomensPanel
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“We have a crisis on hand” with glaring disparities in Black maternal #healthcare.
Read how @bkdems Chair @AMBichotte is fighting to make motherhood safer (via @NYLawJournal) ⤵️
Black women are 5x more likely to die in childbirth than white women in NY.
By signing Grieving Families Act into law, we can hold wrongdoers accountable for their actions & help fight this maternal #healthcare crisis.
Read my op-ed via @NYLawJournal⤵️
bit.ly/44ITEKp
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🚨 BREAKING: Congratulations to Sam Sutton on winning the Special Election for NY State Senate District 22 with 65.74% of the vote!
Brooklyn has spoken — and elected a champion for our communities. Brooklyn showed up and made their voices heard. Onward to victory in November!
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#NYSABPRHAL's Annual Legislative Conference gave @bkdems the opportunity to listen and learn about how to keep improving and uplifting the lives of all #Brooklynites.
Thanks to all for making @BPHACaucus a success as we keep breaking barriers.
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This #WomensEqualityDay was truly historic.
Chair @AMBichotte, the 1st woman to lead a county party in #NYC, joined @RepMaloney & NY's first-ever woman Gov. @KathyHochul at the #NYSE to ring the Closing Bell in celebration.
We're proud to fight for #womensequality every day.
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Join us *Monday 2/14* at 7pm for a 43rd AD #specialelection candidate forum:
Register ➡️ bit.ly/BKDemsAD43Forum
For the #Loveofthedistrict #AD43 #BkDems
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The #BKDems Announces Newly Elected Members of the Executive Committee: @Edu_Hermelyn succeeds @GeoffreyADavis in the 43rd AD #CrownHeights & #HenryButler succeeds @RCornegyJr in the 56th AD #BedStuy #Brooklyn Read more: conta.cc/3bsYRde #KCDCC #DistrictLeader
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Join the @bkdems' Judicial Candidate Community Forum this Monday!
Learn about and hear directly from Civil Court Candidates in an interactive virtual forum with a Q&A.
Register➡️bit.ly/BKDEMSCIVILCOURTFORUM
Learn more➡️conta.cc/3JwQH8e
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Up next is the #nyc comptroller debate! Don't miss this event hosted by @bkdems & moderated by @errollouis feat. @NYSenBenjamin @DavidWeprin @KevinParkerNYC @bradlander & @ReshmaPatelNYC
#bkdemsdebates
📺piped.video/watch?v=h8LQfpnz…
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"We're gonna FIGHT against gun violence!"
~ @AMBichotte at last night's vigil for survivors of the #subwayshooting in Sunset Park.
#bkdems #gunviolence
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No matter who you’re with or where you’re at, you’ll never lose the fire for your #firstlove: #Brooklyn!
Tell us what you love about Brooklyn. From the neighborhoods to the bagels, to #Astroland at Coney Island, or is it @JuniorsCheeseck? Would you be our #Valentine? #bkdems
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.@newkingsdems are “definitely an instance where yesterday’s reformer is tomorrow’s hack,” says @errollouis. “I look at these folks, and I’m like, I don’t see somebody who’s a reformer to the core of their bones.”
cityandstateny.com/personali…
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Legislation written by @AMBichotte will protect prospective mothers from a different kind of pain, the anguish of losing a child and then having to carry the dead fetus because no one wants to “abort’' it.
bit.ly/3dOv0T3
#bkdems
#RoeRoeRoeYourVote
#RoevemberIsComing
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Results of the 2020 Organizational Meeting are in. Congratulations new members & officers!
➡️conta.cc/3rtiafC
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Honored to nominate 12 #Democratic #Brooklyn Supreme Court Justices.⚖️Congrats to the groundbreaking slate!
“With a diverse slate of 12 deeply qualified Democratic judicial nominees Brooklyn has reached a historical win,” says Party Chair @AMBichotte: bit.ly/3bF98c6
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Watch highlights from our #Democratic Blue Holiday Fundraiser & Toy Drive⤵️
See party chair @ambichotte, @govkathyhochul, @ericadamsfornyc and @thebkyoungdems leaders @MaineWes_ & @thedebbielouis speaking on Democratic unity and progress.
Thanks to everyone who attended!💙
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“Brian Cunningham is a strong community leader & I congratulate him on an astounding win”
~ @AMBichotte regarding @cunningham4ny
#bkdems
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.@bkdems Ad-Hoc Judiciary Committee to increase community engagement for #Brooklyn’s judicial candidates
“Typically there’s no sense of who’s running…This will actually give the opportunity for people to ask questions,” said Party Chair @AMBichotte:
bit.ly/3WYFwIA
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Wishing a very #HappyBirthday to our amazing & highly accomplished County Committee Chairperson/54th AD District Leader @AlvaradoMcCalla! 🎉🎂
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Last year’s election successes showed the might of Brooklyn's African American and African Caribbean voters. Check out @dailyclem's feature in @CityAndStateNY on #Brooklyn & #Blackpower!
cityandstateny.com/politics/…
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Thanks for participating in the @bkdems Judicial Candidate Community Forum!
#Brooklynites met, heard from & assessed candidates to provide vital community input for Party endorsements.
Shoutout to our Judiciary Committee for hosting its 1st of many upcoming successful forums!
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Shirley Chisholm's pioneering legacy impacts NY lawmakers:
"Among them is @AMBichotte--the 1st Haitian American woman elected to the state Legislature from #NYC & the 1st Black woman to lead @bkdems & a county party in NYS."
Via @CityAndStateNY:
bit.ly/3JEZmpc
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#BKDEMS @AMBichotte
announces #TaskForce on #Gender & #GenderIdentity #ballotAccess @JaredArader @Edu_Hermelyn @Samynemir @Julio_PenaBK @JessePierce4DL @CitizenPierre @DougSchneiderBK @joshskaller @nancytong2017 @DarmaVDiaz @lisafanelally @NYDailyNews
bit.ly/39ZVr2o
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Congratulations, @GovKathyHochul! New York's 1st elected woman Governor continues to break barriers.
Hochul "will keep fighting for women's rights, economic equality & prosperity, combating crime & relentlessly work to improve the lives of all," said @bkdems Chair @AMBichotte.
It is my mission to lift up every New Yorker and make a difference in their lives, so their tomorrows will be better than their yesterdays.
As your governor, I’m going to keep fighting for you every single day.
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#ICYMI: Our Judicial Candidate Community Forum featured 4 @bkdems endorsed Civil Court candidates up for election in #Brooklyn - "allowing viewers to take a deeper dive into the experience and temperament of the candidates," reports @bkeagle⤵️
brooklyneagle.com/articles/2…
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We wanted to have this meeting from the start & we are proud that we overcame the complex logistical challenges of holding a virtual meeting w/ one of the largest Democratic county parties in the nation. Unifying the Party is something we are continually working towards.
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.@TheRevAl says that a century ago, it would've been "unimaginable" to have a Black woman, @TishJames, as NY AG & a Black Haitian American woman, @AMBichotte, as @bkdems Chair.
"We forget the journey that brought us here," says @TheRevAl on @CBC_Brooklyn's 104th anniversary⤵️
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The Brooklyn Democratic Party voted yesterday at the East Midwood Jewish Center to nominate Sam Sutton as the #democraticnominee for the 22nd Senate District of @NYSenDems in the a Special Election that is to be held on May 20, 2025. #countycommittee #bkdems @politico
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Brooklyn Democratic Party Chair @AMBichotte proudly endorses @ericadamsfornyc for Mayor.
Read more➡️conta.cc/30Qv9M1
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Congratulations to @NAlmuntaser3!
“These 10 interns are standouts, rockstars, truly the best” ~ Morgan Rako, COO of @C2C_DC
“It’s my moral obligation to dedicate my life to be of service to others.” ~ Nasim Almuntaser
Read more-> collegetocongress.org/press-…
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The forum was "a historic step forward to ensure every #Brooklyn #Democrat is more engaged & knowledgeable & provides the most input possible" in pivotal judicial elections, says Party Leader @AMBichotte.
The forum is the "first of many" hosted by our Judiciary Committee:
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Join us to help keep Brooklyn Blue with post-election canvassing & counting the ballots!
Sign up➡️ conta.cc/3hDto0E
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Today, Nikki Lucas was nominated as the #Democratic Candidate for Assemblymember for the 60th AD Special #Election.
Congratulations, @electnikkilucas!
View the live-stream of the nomination meeting➡️bit.ly/3ftjfPx
Read more➡️conta.cc/34XGYpe
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Congratulations to @bkdems Chair @AMBichotte for being appointed as @NYSA_Majority Whip!
"I am excited to continue to steadfastly serve my constituents while also further elevating all in our great State of New York,' says @AMBichotte.
Read release➡️conta.cc/3GmjusX
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Just a week after being re-elected Chair of the Brooklyn Democrats, @AMBichotte gave birth to Daniel Jean-Jacques Hermelyn.
politicsny.com/2022/10/10/br…
#bkdems
#RodneyseBichotte
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.@bkdems congratulate @ReverendWarnock on his #election win!
Statement ➡️conta.cc/3BfiZiz
"Warnock will continue to skillfully advocate for his constituents & our country while upholding progressive #Democratic values. This is a historic moment to celebrate."
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.@KathyHochul is going to take New York State to higher heights. I am proud to support HER. I am proud to be part of history. ~ @AMBichotte
#WomensHistoryMonth #TeamHochul #bkdems
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We're pleased to announce the appointment of Yamil Speight-Miller as @bkdems' Executive Director.
Speight-Miller has over 20 years of experience in public service, with vast experience in managerial roles.
Press release➡️conta.cc/3RWZDEx
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The enduring legacy of #Brooklyn Rep. Shirley Chisholm lives on:
“Before @AMBichotte became @bkdems boss, before @AndreaSCousins became the state’s Senate majority leader, before @KamalaHarris became @vp, there was Shirley Chisholm.”
Via @NYDailyNews: nydailynews.com/2024/06/15/l…
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The @bkdems are on the streets in #Brooklyn to #GetOutTheVote!
#ElectionDay is THREE days away and we’re mobilizing #Brooklynites from across the borough to #GetOutAndVote 🗳
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The numbers from #Uvalde, Texas.
16 people killed.
14 of them children.
1 gun.
"Thoughts and prayers" are pointless without action.
Without action, these shootings will just keep getting worse.
Take action with us.
Help us stop this. ~ @AMBichotte
#BKDems #GunViolence
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Discussing #democratic #unity with Mayor-elect @ericadamsfornyc at the @bkdems #SOMOS2021 reception!
We look forward to working with our next Mayor to help build a stronger and more #inclusive borough for all Brooklynites.
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Want to help keep #Brooklyn blue? Join us tomorrow to #GetOutTheVote for @SteveSaperstein & @JustinBrannan!
More info➡️conta.cc/3GI0zYU
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#BKDEMS County Leader @AMBichotte endorses incumbent #Senators @SenatorPersaud @dianesavino @JuliaCarmel__ and newcomer @tremaine4ny. A dynamic set of women Senators who continue to lead on #progressive issues & policies for a better #NewYork in the @NYSenate @timesunion @NY1
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🎥Party Chair @ambichotte calls for equitable aid in #migrantcrisis via @NY1:
"NYC was built on the backs of migrants & there’s no room to say not in my backyard. We’re calling on neighborhoods that currently have no shelters—Bay Ridge, Fort Hamilton, Brooklyn Heights, to open.”
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We are dismayed by the loss of Dr. John Flateau—an ardent community advocate whose profound public service uplifted Brooklyn.
Dr. Flateau significantly impacted civil rights. He will be greatly missed & his legacy will be felt for generations. We’re praying for his loved ones.
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'Brooklyn’s in the house, but for @hakeemjeffries
that has a much bigger meaning.'
“Rep. Jeffries has dedicated his entire career to uplifting #Brooklynites," says @bkdems Chair @AMBichotte: nydailynews.com/opinion/ny-o…
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Wishing a blessed and happy birthday to @bkdems County Committee Chairperson and District Leader (AD54) @AlvaradoMcCalla!🎂🥳
The @bkdems congratulate your continued success as we wish you and your family a wonderful year ahead!
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“Every vote makes a difference—make your voice heard and keep #Brooklyn and New York Blue,” says @bkdems Chair @AMBichotte.
🗳️Early voting sites are open from 10am-6pm today—we urge you to #GetOutAndVote!
caribbeanlife.com/brooklyn-d…
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"It was only a matter of time before the Brooklyn Democratic Party would get its second Black leader @AMBichotte who also became the first woman to lead the party." ~ @RossBarkan for @CrainsNewYork
More👉 bit.ly/3I7b1e1
#bkdems
#rodneysebichotte
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Brooklyn continues to be the lead borough in the number of people voting in #NewYorkCity!
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We stand in solidarity with @brotherjones_ & @Justinjpearson ✊🏾
Their expulsion is “a deplorable action that goes against the will of the people, ignores due process & is a clear violation of their First Amendment rights,” says @bkdems Chair @AMBichotte: bit.ly/3nMrFJh
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#MartinLutherKing encouraged everyone to live up to their purpose & potential by helping others.
Join @bkdems for a #MLKDay of Service as we honor his legacy & uplift our community ➡️ conta.cc/3TRWuue
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Watch the full forum via @YouTube: piped.video/watch?v=x6wKqaGV…
And stay tuned for more updates as the @bkdems head to the #NYSABPRHAL Legislative Caucus this weekend!
@BPHACaucus
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Electeds Unite Behind Judge Dweynie Esther Paul Condemning Racist Attacks Against Black Women
Read more ⤵️
conta.cc/3uLp3u6
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We look forward to working with @GovKathyHochul to better #Brooklyn, and all of New York, in the new year!
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Great piece here from Our Time Press on @errollouis & @AMBichotte .
Read it here-> ourtimepress.com/whats-going… .
#bkdems
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Brooklyn Democratic Party Leader @AMBichotte has congratulated the winners across Brooklyn in Tuesday’s Democratic Primary.
bit.ly/3bEdMqC
By Nelson A. King for @PoliticsNYnews
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"@bkdems want to keep the message that we will bring change, we've just got to stick together." - Party Chair @AMBichotte.
"We're all here for one cause: better living, better lives," @AMBichotte told @SkyeStats at @BPHACaucus:
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New #BKDEMS chair @AMBichotte first priority is to expand voting rights & ability 4 all to participate in our democracy & run for office regardless of identification as binary – male or female, nonbinary, gender fluid, genderqueer, or #transgender @nypost
bit.ly/3fEjWTZ
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@AMBichotte welcomes the over 2,000 new #CountyCommittee Members under emergency pandemic rules effective Wednesday, October 7, 2020.
@BOENYC @IAMLORISUE @Margaritakagan @Ari_Kagan1 @Spatterson2015 @Edu_Hermelyn @EllaFrederickNY
Press Release ➡️ conta.cc/3iM1nyA
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Eric Adams’ Victory is a “Major Step Forward” for NYC, says @bkdems Chair @AMBichotte
"As our 110th Mayor, Eric will usher in a new era of recovery by delivering justice, safety, and equity to the people."
Read the full statement⤵️
conta.cc/36hsgqp
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The @bkdems' reconvened County Committee Organizational Meeting is underway, on-time, and going successfully.
Stay tuned for more updates, and we thank all those in attendance!
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Honored to have @bkdems Party Chair @AMBichotte in @PoliticsNYnews #Elections2022 Power Player list:
“I’m looking forward to uniting Democrats from all corners of Brooklyn as the county leader & to usher in a new era for our borough,” said @AMBichotte: bit.ly/3CYgP7J
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