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VOICE VOTE

Voice vote on Resolution 218: James Baldwin Day

New York City Council · Aug 13, 2026 · starts 1:12:50 · 25 sec

The Speaker reads Resolution 218 declaring August 2 annually as James Baldwin Day in New York City. The ayes have it and the resolution is adopted.

Julie Menin

Resolution 218 declares August 2nd annually as James Baldwin Day in the City of New York to honor his legacy as a groundbreaking essayist, novelist,

Julie Menin

playwright, poet, and civil rights activist who fought racial and sexual discrimination with candor, sensitivity, and lasting influence.

Julie Menin

All those in favor say aye.

Julie Menin

All opposed say nay.

Julie Menin

Any abstentions?

Julie Menin

The ayes have it.