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Zellnor Myrie: “Right now that number is close to 1,000 of people who know…”

Featuring: Zellnor Myrie, Democratic | New York State Senate, District 20

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Zellnor Myrie Discusses Mayoral Campaign and Vision for New York City on 'You Decide' Podcast

Published | Video Starts at 29:10

If you have already agreed that you need the help, you need the support, you want to get into permanent and supportive housing, and the city has those vacancies right now, New Yorkers have to ask themselves, why aren't people being connected? Right now that number is close to 1,000 of people who know that they need the help have been identified and the vacancies exist. So I want to change that dynamic. I also want stabilization centers in every borough. For some people, all they need is a shower, some new clothes, and to get back on their medication. (29:10–29:19)

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