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AOC Gives NY Rent Reform A Boost At Bronx Town Hall: 'We All Have A Right To Dignified Housing'


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Elizabeth Kim

Published May 31, 2019

Modified May 31, 2019


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Elizabeth Kim is a reporter on the People and Power desk who covers mayoral power. She previously covered the pandemic, housing, redevelopment and public spaces. A native of Queens, she speaks fluent Mandarin. Got a tip? Email [email protected]

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