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Eric Adams, Brooklyn Borough President, Mayoral Candidate

in Conversation with Seth Pinsky

Feb 08, 2021

Eric Adams, Brooklyn Borough President, joins 92Y CEO Seth Pinsky for a one-on-one conversation about his mayoral run. What is his vision for New York City, and his plans for public health, economic recovery, housing, racial justice, education, the arts and culture?

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5 things to know:

  • Born: Brownsville, Brooklyn
  • Home: Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn
  • Latest Position: Brooklyn Borough President
  • Previous positions: State Senator, NYPD officer
  • Twitter Tagline: “Political account for a proud son of Brownsville, retired NYPD captain, former state senator, and current BK borough president.”
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