What is Akwasi up to?
Are you watching the Gubernatorial debate? If not, make sure you tap into NY1 to hear what the leading candidates are discussing!
While I may not agree with the every decision made by Hochul, she will be a far better executive as Governor than Trumps maga crony, Bruce Blakeman!
Part of why NYS has not felt the full extent of Washington’s policy and executive decisions is because of efforts of our NYS legislators and Hochul to fend off Trumps attacks!
Make sure you go out to vote starting October 24th! Hochul must beat Blakeman; Let’s help her do it!
Grateful to @clsj_mec for hosting tonight’s watch party
Glad I had the opportunity to get out to the Utility Rip Off Hearing hosted by Public Power NY alongside members of the young adult committee (NAACP Brooklyn)
Too many corporations have monopolized the delivery of a public resource as essential as electricity and are squeezing working class New Yorkers on a monthly basis without any consistent relationship between usage and charged rates
Also as we know, harmful utility and energy operations threaten black and brown communities the most through high financial burdens, disproportionate environmental pollution, and localized infrastructure risks!
If you would like to join us in getting the NAACP to weigh in more on this fight for public power, please join our young adults committee! Please reach out to me to get plugged!
Had the honor of meeting Dr. Cornel West at the CORE Reparations Summit 🙏🏿
Beyond that personal moment, it was nourishing to be amongst family at Riverside Church; surrounded by folks who have been in this fight and continue to push for racial justice and reparations.
We have to keep organizing and holding this administration to task to fully execute the Racial Equity Plan and follow through on its commitments to racial equity at large. Plans are only as strong as the action behind them!
Always good to be reminded that this work is bigger than any one of us ✊🏿
#racialequity
#reparations
The Rent Guidelines Board’s rent freeze for one- and two-year leases goes into effect today!
If you’re in a rent-stabilized apartment, any lease renewal starting today must remain at the same rent that it was last year.
Contact 311 and ask for the Tenant Helpline to find out whether your building is covered and your rights as a tenant!!
Join Brooklyn Community Board 9 Today Thursday, October 1, 2026, for an in-person session with National Grid Consumer Advocates, who will be available to meet one-on-one with residents to assist with the following programs:
Energy Affordability Program (EAP) – Monthly bill discounts for eligible customers
Payment Plans – Flexible arrangements to help you catch up on past-due balances
Budget Plan – Even out your energy costs throughout the year
Special Protections – Safeguards for seniors, individuals with medical conditions, and other qualifying residents
If you are having issues with your energy bill, please take advantage of this opportunity if you’re available!