That ensured that we had justice and safety in our city. Became a state senator, had the leadership of the Crime and Correction Committee, went on to become the first black bar president, then Gone on to become the second person of color to be the mayor of the city of New York. And when one does an analysis of a life and all of a sudden you don't become the mayor, and now all of a sudden you're corrupt. (55:17–55:22)
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Asserts Eric Adams is the second person of color to be the mayor of New York City.
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