Books expand our horizons and preserve our stories. Last night, the Public Advocate was proud to join George Takei at the Brooklyn Public Library for a powerful conversation on the transformative power of books and the dangerous trend of censorship. #BannedBooks #FreeSpeech

Today marks two years since the horrific terrorist attack in Israel that took the lives of more than a thousand people and saw hundreds kidnapped. We remember the victims, stand with those still grieving, and recommit to rejecting hatred in all forms here in New York and abroad.

Whatever you do, please read banned books. You can start with an excerpt of Michelle Alexander's "The New Jim Crow." #BannedBooks provide a light into our past, present, and future; we must keep that light shining. 📽️ Brooklyn Public Library's Night Against Censorship with George Takei

Are you having trouble getting coverage from your insurance for mental health services? Learn more about parity laws and how to advocate for your care if your rights are being denied: on.nyc.gov/48lbNmy #MentalIllnessAwarenessWeek

New York should be leading the way in equal pay. Yet Latina women in New York working full-time earn just 60¢ for every dollar a white man earns, and 51¢ when part-time workers are included. New York women deserve equal pay. Not tomorrow, but today. #EqualPayNY #LatinaEqualPay

We joined Sisters in Purple to take a stand against domestic and intimate-partner violence. Accountability is vital—as are conversations centered on prevention, that engage men with trauma-informed approaches so we can disrupt the cycle of violence. So that we can all thrive.

Week 2 of the Republicans' anti-democratic shutdown begins. Who pays the price? Hard-working federal workers on furlough whose backpay may be stolen. Travelers stranded due to airport staffing shortages. Worst of all: Pregnant women and infants who need nutritional assistance.

With temperatures dropping, a reminder that it's Heat Season in New York City! Until May 31, indoor temperatures must be at least: 🌡️ 68° during the day (when outdoor temperatures are below 55°) 🌡️ 62° at night More: on.nyc.gov/3ZFPNw5

Members of the Progressuve Caucus and leaders join together to say #HandsOff New York! Alexa Avilés Council Member Shahana Hanif Council Member Tiffany Cabán (D22) Council Member Pierina Sanchez Emily Gallagher Tony Simone Adrienne Adams Claire Valdez Brad Lander Office of the Public Advocate Jumaane D. Williams

Bedford Green House II is more than just new construction—it signifies stability and dignity, and a recognition that housing and health go hand in hand. This housing for seniors and families impacted by homelessness, mental illness, and substance use is a new opportunity.

We joined Project Renewal and community partners this week to break ground on Bedford Green House Phase II. Supported by our $300K FY23 allocation, this LEED-certified building will feature community spaces, a medical clinic, workforce training, and a rooftop greenhouse

Now is the time to meet Trump's tyranny and violent takeover of cities in the tradition of nonviolent protest. Through court watching, through peaceful resistance, through building an inclusive democracy—we will stand up for our neighbors and our values. #HandsOffNYC

Trump's Big Ugly Bill is still wreaking havoc. Hundreds of thousands were at risk of losing SNAP benefits next spring. Now—thanks to the administration's chaos—it could happen as soon as November. Imagine cutting food assistance just before Thanksgiving. nysfocus.com/2025/10/09/tru…

We’re witnessing Trump's pathetic power grab in cities across the US, as he abuses our military and federal agencies to terrorize the people. While the wannabe strongman act is sad, real people are being hurt, traumatized, and taken. We must protect NYC: HandsOffNYC.com

“This should alarm and outrage every New Yorker and every American,” Public Advocate Jumaane Williams says about the Trump admin indictment of Letitia James. “We do not have to treat this lawfare as legitimate. Trump has already told us it is not.”

“I want the people of New York and Americans all over to understand what has happened. Today it is Tish James. And it's no longer ‘tomorrow it could be you.’ Tomorrow, it will be. This is only going to get worse and worse,” Williams says.