Melissa Mark-Viverito
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Melissa Mark-Viverito (born April 1, 1969) is an American Democratic politician and former speaker of the New York City Council from 2014 to 2017, as well as councilmember for the 8th district from 2006 to 2017, representing Concourse, Concourse Village, East Harlem, Highbridge, Longwood, Mott Haven, Port Morris, and Randall's Island.
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Quick Facts Speaker of the New York City Council, Preceded by ...
Melissa Mark-Viverito | |
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Speaker of the New York City Council | |
In office January 8, 2014 – December 31, 2017 | |
Preceded by | Christine Quinn |
Succeeded by | Corey Johnson |
Member of the New York City Council from the 8th district | |
In office January 1, 2006 – December 31, 2017 | |
Preceded by | Phil Reed |
Succeeded by | Diana Ayala |
Personal details | |
Born | (1969-04-01) April 1, 1969 (age 55) Bayamón, Puerto Rico |
Political party | Democratic |
Education | Columbia University (BA) Baruch College (MPA) |
Website | Official website |
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Described by The New York Times as "fiercely liberal", she was elected Speaker on January 8, 2014, succeeding Christine Quinn.[1][2]