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Senator Adams Celebrates the 20th Anniversary of the Fall of the Berlin Wall, the Rise of Liberty in Eastern Europe, and the American Troops Stationed Worldwide Defending Freedom

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NYS SENATOR ERIC ADAMS CELEBRATES THE 20TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE FALL OF THE BERLIN WALL, REMEMBERS THE DAWN OF FREEDOM FOR EASTERN EUROPE, AND COMMENDS AMERICA’S HEROES STATIONED OVERSEAS IN DEFENSE OF LIBERTY WORLDWIDE.

November 9, 2009
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Senator Adams Discusses Youth Violence on NY1 Panel

Senator Adams discusses youth violence on NY1 panel hosted by Dominic Carter.

Originally Aired on Thursday, October 18, 2009

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October 13, 2009
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Senator Eric Adams to host Governor David Paterson at a visit to celebrate Sukkot at the Jewish Children’s Museum

New York State Senator Eric Adams will host Governor David Paterson at a visit to celebrate Sukkot at the Jewish Children’s Museum

New York State Senator Eric Adams will host Governor David Paterson, who will travel from Albany to celebrate the holiday of Sukkot at the Jewish Children’s Museum, 792 Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn.  The festivities will take place on Wednesday, October 7, from 6PM to 7PM.

October 6, 2009
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Senator Adams Visits with Constituents to Observe Sukkah in the Crown Heights Jewish Community (Courtesy of: lubavitch.com)

The Senator, who is also NYS Chairman of the Veterans, Homeland Security and Military Affairs met with leaders of the Chabad Lubavitch movement where the conversation focused on the activities of Chabad and its security needs....

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October 6, 2009
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NYS SENATOR ERIC ADAMS DEMONSTRATES A “FAMILY FLU DEFENSE KIT” FOR THE H1N1 “SWINE” FLU

NYS Senator Eric Adams was joined on Sunday, Sept. 27, 2009 by Dr. Phillip Hew, Director of Emergency Medicine, Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center, Jonathan Swerdlin, Founder and President, Flu Armour, and Seth R. Segel, Executive Vice-President, Cantel Medical Corp to exhibit and give a demonstration of the proper use of supplies in an H1N1 Family Flu Defense Kit, including face masks, gloves, hand sanitizers, and disinfectants.

September 29, 2009
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NYS SENATOR ERIC ADAMS JOINS SENATE MAJORITY CONFERENCE TO PROVIDE BROOKLYN NAVY YARD WITH $15 MILLION FOR NEW “GREEN” DEVELOPMENT AND JOB CREATION

NYS Senator Eric Adams joins the NYS Senate Majority Conference to obtain $15 million for the creation of “green collar” jobs and an exhibition/visitors center at the Brooklyn Navy Yard

September 18, 2009
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NYS SENATOR ERIC ADAMS AND CIVIL RIGHTS ATTORNEY NORMAN SIEGEL CONVENED A PRESS CONFERENCE TO CALL ON THE NYC DEPARTMENT OF BUILDINGS TO CONDUCT ITS OWN CONCRETE TESTING IN THE WAKE OF ALLEGATIONS AGAINST AND INDICTMENTS OF PRIVATE TESTERS

NYS SENATOR ERIC ADAMS AND CIVIL RIGHTS ATTORNEY NORMAN SIEGEL CONVENED A PRESS CONFERENCE TO CALL ON THE NYC DEPARTMENT OF BUILDINGS TO CONDUCT ITS OWN CONCRETE TESTING IN THE WAKE OF ALLEGATIONS AGAINST AND INDICTMENTS OF PRIVATE TESTERS

September 3, 2009
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NYS Senator Eric Adams Reads to Youngsters at SUNY Downstate, Fillling "Prescription" to a Successful Education: Read to Children!

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NYS SENATOR ERIC ADAMS HELPS PREPARE FAMILIES FOR THE START OF THE NEW SCHOOL YEAR BY READING TO CHILDREN AT SUNY DOWNSTATE MEDICAL CENTER

September 3, 2009
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Senator Adams Remarks on Governor Paterson’s Executive Order to Allow NYC OTB to File for Bankruptcy

Senator Adams remarks on Governor Paterson’s Executive Order to allow NYC OTB to file for bankruptcy:

“During the almost forty-year history of New York State off-track betting, New York City has become the leading betting region in the state, with a handle closing in on $1 billion. As elements in a public benefit corporation, regional OTB locations, including those in New York City, provide both state and local government with millions of dollars in revenue to help mitigate the cost of essential projects.

September 1, 2009
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NYS Senator Eric Adams, Chair of the Committee on Racing, Gaming and Wagering, will hold a public hearing entitled “The Future of New York City OTB”

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NYS SENATOR ERIC ADAMS, CHAIR OF RACING, GAMING AND WAGERING COMMITTEE, WILL HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE FINANCIAL CRISIS AT NEW YORK CITY OTB TO DETERMINE THE CORPORATION’S STATUS AND FUTURE

August 24, 2009
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Senator Adams Announces 3rd Annual Parent Empowerment Seminar

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NYS SENATOR ERIC ADAMS WILL CONVENE HIS 3RD ANNUAL “CRADLE TO COLLEGE - PARENT EMPOWERMENT SEMINAR” ON SATURDAY, AUGUST 15, 2009.  SUPPORTED BY COMPTROLLER BILL THOMPSON, THE SEMINAR WILL PROVIDE INFORMATION TO ASSIST FAMILIES WITH EDUCATIONAL AND OTHER YOUTH-RELATED ISSUES. 

August 19, 2009
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Sen Adams Appears on "Road to City Hall" (Aug 13)

Click HERE for a brief clip of the Senator's extended interview on "Road to City Hall" on August 13, speaking about reforms needed in the wake of on-indictment in the Omar Edwards friendly-fire incident.

August 14, 2009
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Senator Adams Calls on FAA to Re-Evaluate Regulations Governing Low Altitude Urban Airspace

NYS SENATOR ERIC ADAMS CALLS ON THE FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION TO RE-EVALUATE AND REVISE REGULATIONS GOVERNING LOW ALTITUDE URBAN AIRSPACE

NYS Senator Eric Adams, Chairman of the NYS Senate Committee on Veterans, Homeland Security and Military Affairs, calls on the FAA, as regulator of the nation’s airspace, to propose stronger oversight of the “on-demand” flight industry.  Following the tragic mid-air collision over the Hudson River this weekend, Senator Adams urges the FAA to re-evaluate guidelines and recommend changes to urban air traffic rules.

August 10, 2009
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Two Bills Sponsored by Senator Adams are Signed into Law

Governor Signs Into Law Two Sen. Adams-Sponsored Bills July 29, 2009

Governor Paterson signed into law two bills sponsored by NYS Senator Eric Adams.  Below is an overview of these two important pieces of legislation introduced by Senator Adams: 

July 29, 2009
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Senator Adams Appears on Fox 5's Good Day NY

Senator Adams describes in detail the issues revolving around school governance on Fox 5's Good Day New York. (7/21/09)

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July 21, 2009
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Senator Adams Letter to Constituents Regarding the State Senate

Dear Constituent:

One of my favorite pastimes is working on a community garden project.  I find it particularly rewarding labor, although it does come with the challenging task of continually fighting pesky weeds.  No matter what you do, they always pop up somewhere among the desired trees and flowers. 

July 16, 2009
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Senator Adams Replies to Blog Post Regarding Senate Leadership Change

Excerpt:

My Letter To State Senator Eric Adams    Jul 9, 2009 at 2:47 PM

Dear Senator Adams:

   We have now all read that the Senate stalemate has come to an end with Senator Pedro Espada returning to the Democratic Party and assuming the mantle as majority leader.  I can't express to you how disgusted I am at this result.  To have a majority leader whose only interest is in his own power, and who cares not about the desires of the people of NY is an embarrassment.

July 10, 2009
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Senator Adams' Albany Update Letter and FAQ's (July 6)

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Dear Constituent:

One of my favorite pastimes is working on a community garden project.  I find it particularly rewarding labor, although it does come with the challenging task of continually fighting pesky weeds.  No matter what you do, they always pop up somewhere among the desired trees and flowers. 

July 6, 2009
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Governor Allocates $1.5 Million to Concerned for Independent Living

Senator Adams states:

"In early January, I wrote a letter to New York State DHCR in support of an application of Concern For Independent Living for an allocation of low income housing tax credits for a project in my District #20. Today, Governor Paterson has announced that he is providing credits totaling $48 million, designating more than $1.5 million to Concern.      

July 2, 2009
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