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Following Kamala Harris’s loss in the 2024 Presidential race, Brooklyn Borough President candidate Khari Edwards released a statement that reflects the profound disappointment felt by Democrats across the country, especially in New York City. Edwards, a lifelong Democrat and community leader, used this moment to stress the need for unity, both within Brooklyn and nationwide, and to call for a renewed focus on community-centered change. His message outlines his vision for a Brooklyn that supports all its residents and prioritizes solutions to pressing issues such as affordable housing, public safety, healthcare access, and economic opportunity.
A Defining Moment for Democrats
“These election results have profoundly impacted Democrats,” Edwards began, addressing the emotional and political significance of Harris’s defeat. He emphasized that this moment should not lead to disillusionment but instead be a “turning point” for reinvigorating local and national politics. For Edwards, Harris’s loss is a signal that it’s time to move away from “politics as usual” and focus on bold, meaningful actions that put people first.
A Commitment to All of Brooklyn
Central to Edwards’s vision is his commitment to ensuring that all Brooklyn communities, including historically underserved areas like East New York, Brownsville, Canarsie, and Bedford-Stuyvesant, receive the attention and resources they deserve. He stressed the importance of supporting all neighborhoods, recognizing that Brooklyn’s strength lies in its diversity and the resilience of its communities. Edwards aims to create a Brooklyn where everyone—from youth to seniors—has access to safe housing, good jobs with livable wages, and effective public services.
Addressing Key Challenges Together
Edwards highlighted the urgent issues Brooklyn residents face, from the rising costs of housing to the need for improved public safety and healthcare services. He envisions a borough where every resident can thrive, and where critical issues such as gun violence, healthcare access, and economic opportunity are addressed collaboratively. “We have a responsibility to ensure that Brooklyn is a place where everyone can succeed,” he emphasized.
Reaching Every Neighborhood
In the months ahead, Edwards is dedicated to connecting with residents in every neighborhood, working to bring impactful programs and resources to communities across Brooklyn. His call to action encourages collective problem-solving, community outreach, and tangible change. Edwards’s goal is clear: to foster a Brooklyn that truly reflects the hopes, needs, and voices of its people and builds a future where every Brooklynite can flourish.
Below is the full Official Statement from Khari Edwards:
“For a lifelong Democrat who believes deeply in the strength of community, the results of this Presidential race were profoundly disappointing. But they also serve as a clear call to action. We can no longer settle for politics as usual. Across the nation—and right here in Brooklyn—people are telling us that the issues that affect their daily lives are their priority. They’re speaking up for our children, our seniors, healthcare access, housing, and so much more. This is a demand for change and meaningful, community-centered action.”
“As Brooklynites, we have a shared responsibility to ensure that every community within our borough can thrive. I am committed to building a stronger, safer, and more affordable Brooklyn—a Brooklyn where everyone has access to good jobs and livable wages, where rent and homeownership aren’t unbearable burdens, where public safety and gun violence are tackled head-on, where our seniors receive the care and support they deserve, and where our youth have safe spaces and real opportunities to grow.”
“In the coming months, I will work tirelessly to connect with Brooklynites in every neighborhood, bringing impactful programs and resources to every corner of our borough. Now more than ever, we must come together, reach out to our neighbors, find practical solutions, and fight for a future that truly reflects the hopes, needs, and voices of our communities.”
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