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We can do great things when we're together and connected.

Learn how to join the work to push forward by following our office on the platform(s) of your choice: linktr.ee/NYCPublicAdvocate

NYC, we can be both online, and outside.
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"Recognize that he who is greatest among you shall be your servant. That’s a new definition of greatness."

Thank you to Theater of War for bringing a multidisciplinary troupe of leaders and artists together to perform the "Drum Major Instinct" in honor of Dr. King this #MLKDay.
The Public Advocate speaks forcefully on stage at BAM as fellow performers read the text Elected officials and performers applaud Phil Woodmore as he bows Mayor Mamdani speaks from the BAM podium Group photo backstage with Jeffrey Wright, Attorney General James, the Public Advocate, and District Attorney Bragg
January 22, 2026 at 10:24 PM
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ICYMI: Yesterday we released our Worst Landlord Watchlist, placing the 100 worst residential property owners on blast.

But don't think we forgot about NYCHA, and its perpetual mismanagement. Wherever you live, you deserve safe housing.

#WorstLandlordsNYC
NYCHA is actually NYC’s worst landlord, public advocate says
NEW YORK CITY (PIX11) – New York City’s Housing Authority is actually the worst landlord in the city, Public Advocate Jumaane Williams said Wednesday.  Williams released his annual list …
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January 22, 2026 at 7:33 PM
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On what should have been the 53rd anniversary of Roe v. Wade, we take a moment for our anger, at the rights we have lost.

Then, we organize.

For reproductive justice, for autonomy, for freedom.

* Abortion is still legal in NYC. Find resources via the Abortion Access Hub: nyc.gov/abortion
A black and white photo of a protester holding a sign at Foley Square, reading, "Respect us. Our reasons are right reasons and are our right."
January 22, 2026 at 5:55 PM
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The hate of someone who would cover a playground—a place where children should gather and play without fear—with swastikas is without limits.

We are grateful for our city's united stance against these vile antisemitic acts of vandalism. Hate cannot stand.
Local leaders set to speak out after Brooklyn playground covered with swastikas
They were painted on playground slides and on the wall of a handball court in red, yellow and blue paint with other antisemitic vandalism.
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January 22, 2026 at 3:48 PM
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Bad landlords are reaching new lows on this year's Worst Landlord Watchlist.

But with the city's resources and the energy of tenants fed up with dangerous conditions and rising rents, we can overhaul the entire system.

📣 Get started: LandlordWatchlist.com

#WorstLandlordsNYC
The Public Advocate speaks outside of 80 Woodruff Avenue, concerned tenants and advocates listening behind him Council Member Joseph speaks, with two posters showing the top 10 worst landlords displayed. Tenants hold posters reading #WorstLandlordsNYC Staff members and advocates hold signs reading #WorstLandlordsNYC The Public Advocate poses with members of CASA Bronx
January 21, 2026 at 9:14 PM
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Margaret Brunn 🤝 Donald Hastings

The top 2 worst landlords on the Worst Landlord Watchlist not only are from the same company; they're also united in neglecting + endangering tenants.

But tenants are united too. Get organized: www.landlordwatchlist.com/about#tenant-resource-div

#WorstLandlordsNYC
Meme of two men flexing muscular arms and clasping hands. One arm is labeled "Margaret Brunn," and the other "Donald Hastings." Text in between the two figures: "Neglecting Tenants"
January 21, 2026 at 6:36 PM
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Is your landlord is on this list? If so, and you cannot afford an attorney, try tapping these resources from the Mayor's office:

• Office to Protect Tenants
nyc.gov/content/tenantprotection/pages/

• Tenant Support Unit
nyc.gov/site/mayorspeu/programs/contact-the-tenant-support-unit.page
January 21, 2026 at 3:44 PM
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Bad Landlord Math = hazardous violations = New Yorkers suffering in their homes.
Our top two worst landlords have more violations than anyone in the history of the Worst Landlord Watchlist—and both represent the same company taking advantage of tenants.
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#WorstLandlordsNYC
Graphic with building in background, blue overlay, and text: Bad Landlord Math. Margaret Brunn + Donald Hastings = 60 buildings and almost 9,000 violations This year's #1 Worst Landlord, Margaret Brunn, amassed the most violations in history. Donald Hastings, coming in at #2, has also surpassed any previous owner in the top spot.
January 21, 2026 at 5:37 PM
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Christmas may be over, but your landlord might still be on the naughty list.

🔎 Check to see if your landlord is on the Worst Landlord Watchlist at: LandlordWatchlist.com

Find resources for organizing with your fellow tenants: www.landlordwatchlist.com/about#tenant-resource-div

#WorstLandlordsNYC
Graphic with a building in the background and a blue overlay, with yellow text: Worst Landlord Watchlist: Top 10 1. Margaret Brunn 2. Donald Hastings 3. Barry Singer 4. Joseph Cafiero 5. Peter Fine Graphic with a building in the background and a blue overlay, with yellow text: Worst Landlord Watchlist: Top 10 6. Robyn Lucas 7. Yonatan Bahumi 8. Claudette Henry 9. Joseph Pistilli 10. David Tennenbaum
January 21, 2026 at 4:38 PM
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NEW: Our annual Worst Landlord Watchlist is LIVE. This list spotlights and shames the worst 100 individual landlords as determined by widespread, repeated violations.

☑️ Is your building on the list? LandlordWatchlist.com
🎦 Tune in: youtube.com/@newyorkcitypublicadvocate

#WorstLandlordsNYC
Graphic with a building in the background and a blue overlay, with yellow text: Worst Landlord Watchlist #WorstLandlordsNYC
January 21, 2026 at 3:31 PM
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Dr. King once said a nation that will "spend more money on military defense than on programs of social uplift is approaching spiritual death.”

Look to Venezuela, or Minneapolis.

We are called to resuscitate our nation, to bring spiritual life.

We have lives to save. #MLKDay
January 20, 2026 at 11:11 PM
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Supportive housing works. It keeps people housed, improves health, and makes communities safer—and is more effective than cycling people through shelters, hospitals, or jails.

We welcomed @mayor.nyc.gov's Just Home reactivation, a step forward for dignity for our seniors on #MLKDay.
The Public Advocate clasps the hands of Mayor Mamdani at a press conference in a Jacobi Hospital building, as health advocates and elected officials applaud Group photo of health leaders, advocates, and elected officials Mayor Mamdani reaches back from the podium to recognize Deputy Mayor Leila Bozorg Helen Taylor walks up to the podium, welcomed by Stanley Richards
January 20, 2026 at 6:17 PM
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An #MLKDay message from the stage of @bambrooklyn.bsky.social.

We cannot allow leaders to sanitize Dr. King’s mission, to sound-byte his revolution, when they oppose the very principles he fought for.

As today's violence against protesters echoes the past, the movement for justice calls us.
The Public Advocate speaks from the BAM podium, raising his arms forcefully A dancer from Evidence Dance Company performs, raising one hand with a poignant expression Attorney General James clasps both hands together, looking upward with a hopeful expression Mayor Mamdani speaks, placing his hand over his heart with a moved expression
January 19, 2026 at 8:30 PM
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"Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was a righteous agitator, a transformational revolutionary, and remains a hero of mine...However we can support the movement for justice, let Dr. King’s commemoration today move us all to service."

On #MLKDay:
NYC PUBLIC ADVOCATE'S STATEMENT IN COMMEMORATION OF MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY
Press Release, January 19th, 2026
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January 19, 2026 at 4:54 PM
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We celebrated nurses with pots and pans in 2020. Let's thank them today with a fair contract.

We stand with #NYSNA in their righteous fight for safe staffing, fair working conditions and benefits, and patients over profits.
January 16, 2026 at 10:22 PM
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“Yes, if you want to say that I was a drum major, say that I was a drum major for justice."

We're proud to join Theater of War, New York leaders, and activists and artists for a reading of Dr. King's "The Drum Major Instinct." RSVP: www.eventbrite.com/e/the-drum-major-instinct-tickets-1980578314053
Flyer for Theater of War production, "The Drum Major Instinct," with a black and white photo of Dr. King, and headshots of Jeffrey Wright, Mayor Mamdani, the Public Advocate, Attorney General James, and District Attorney Bragg
January 16, 2026 at 7:42 PM
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Thank you to our partners who joined us for an impactful roundtable on federal housing cuts and shifting federal priorities.

With HUD facing more than $3 billion in proposed budget cuts, we must work together to seek solutions and proactively protect the communities we serve.
The Public Advocate listens to advocates gathered around a conference table in the office The Public Advocate, team members, and providers smile and clap
January 16, 2026 at 6:33 PM
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When workers have safer working conditions, we're all safer.

We've been proud to stand with @nynurses.bsky.social in their strike for safe staffing and fair contracts, because we know everyone's health and well-being is connected.

More ways to champion collective care in 2026:
Six Ideas for a Healthier and Happier 2026
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January 16, 2026 at 3:39 PM
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The nurses who are striking would rather be with their patients.

But they know that better working conditions, safer staffing levels, and fair contracts are essential for patient safety. So we'll be on the picket line as long as it takes, showing nurses the same support they show us.
The Public Advocate smiles as a crowd of nurses in red hats and scarves cheer The Public Advocate embraces Council Member Narcisse, who wears a red New York State Nurses Association logo The Public Advocate poses with his sister and Council Member Narcisse, who both wear New York State Nurses Association red gear Three nurses hold signs, reading: On striker for better patient care A fair contract shouldn't take as long as GTA6! Healthcare Heroes but we can't get healthcare??? [with a WTF? meme of Cardi B]
January 15, 2026 at 10:48 PM
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We have the right to record—and the right to bear witness.

Hear from the Public Advocate on how to exercise your right to document law enforcement, and the immigration enforcement that is escalating in cities like ours.

We must use every tool we have to protect our neighbors.
January 15, 2026 at 8:42 PM
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It's been three days and a @council.nyc.gov data analyst has not been released.

ICE is detaining public servants—ignoring legal authorization to work in the US. ICE wants to send a chilling message, but our city will bring the heat to defend New Yorkers who help our communities run.
Council Member Sanchez speaks passionately at an outdoor press conference, as Deputy Public Advocate Kennedy and others listen Council Member Ossé speaks, raising one hand in the air for emphasis, as union members and advocates listen Council Member Avilés speaks passionately as others listen Association of Legislative Employees Union members hold signs with their union logo, and others reading "Protect Staff" and "Immigrants are New York!"
January 15, 2026 at 7:01 PM
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Reverend Clinton Miller was taken from us too soon.

We mourn with the Brown Memorial Baptist Church community, and with all who were impacted by his faith, his commitment to service, and his work uplifting young people, families, and all New Yorkers.
Celebrating the Life of Rev. Clinton Miller at Brown Memorial
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January 15, 2026 at 5:36 PM
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Raise the Age was meant to keep young people as young people and keep out of the worst harms of the system.

The law is working—despite the bad faith attacks.

Now, Albany must make good on its promise to invest in youth, fully funding Raise the Age-related intervention programs.
The Public Advocate speaks forcefully, widening his arms in emphasis, in front of City Hall steps. Advocates hold posters reading "Protect Raise the Age New York" and "Fund What Works" The Public Advocate poses with two youth advocates The Public Advocate poses with a youth advocate holding a "Protect Raise the Age" sign An advocate holds a poster reading "Fund what works"
January 14, 2026 at 11:50 PM
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From the Public Advocate:

"I offer prayers for peace and comfort to Claudette Colvin’s family and community as we grieve a civil rights icon. Her story was too often overlooked, her name too often discounted, but her bravery too extraordinary to put to words." [1/4]
Black and white portrait of Claudette Colvin from Getty Images. She looks to her left with a wistful expression and wears a collared, floral blouse.
January 14, 2026 at 5:43 PM
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We can do great things when we're together and connected.

Learn how to join the work to push forward by following our office on the platform(s) of your choice: linktr.ee/NYCPublicAdvocate

NYC, we can be both online, and outside.
January 14, 2026 at 3:36 PM