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Brad Lander: “I've built and preserved thousands of units of affordable…”

Featuring: Brad Lander, Democratic | New York City Comptroller

Interview with NYC Mayoral Candidate Brad Lander on Housing, Public Safety, and Leadership

Published April 29, 2025 | Video Starts at 01:59

They are tired of Eric Adams corruption. They don't want Andrew Cuomo's corruption either. So who can bring honest, effective leadership to City Hall? Who's got a proven track record? I've built and preserved thousands of units of affordable housing, exposed Eric Adams corruption time and time again. When people think these are tumultuous times, we want Someone who can stand up and fight Trump can deliver for New Yorkers. They're going to vote for me. (01:59–02:07)

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Claims to have built and preserved thousands of affordable housing units and exposed Eric Adams' corruption.

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