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Remarks

Salaam on his personal friendship with Fat Man Scoop

New York City Council · Jul 16, 2026 · starts 0:07:28 · 31 sec

Salaam shares that Fat Man Scoop was his friend who showed up unasked to perform at his inauguration, making the day unforgettable. He recalls Isaac Freeman's generosity and energy.

Yusef Salaam

And through it all, he never lost that Harlem that is in him.

Yusef Salaam

He was also my friend.

Yusef Salaam

And I want this body to understand what that meant.

Yusef Salaam

When I was inaugurated as the councilman for the 9th District, Isaac didn't have to be there.

Yusef Salaam

But he pulled up.

Yusef Salaam

He put on a show that made the day something that everyone in that room will carry with them for the rest of their lives.

Yusef Salaam

That was Isaac Friedman.

Yusef Salaam

He gave you everything, every time, without being asked.