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Eric Adams: “I spent a lot of time speaking with individuals who are…”

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Mayor Eric Adams Announces Expansion of 'Every Block Counts' Initiative in New York City

Published | Video Starts at 17:10

Because just as the neighbors are saying, is it a one and done so too, are those who are needing care. They want to know, are you going to follow up and build trust? I spent a lot of time speaking with individuals who are dealing with severe mental health illness or who are homeless. And it's only after you do it three or four times before they believe that. That you really care. And that is how difficult this work is. (17:10–17:17)

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Asserts personal engagement with individuals facing severe mental health issues or homelessness.

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