“Once wrongly imprisoned for notorious rape, member of ‘Central Park Five’ is running for office

“‘I’ve often said that those who have been close to the pain should have a seat at the table,’ Salaam said during an interview at his campaign office.

“Salaam, who was arrested at age 15, served nearly seven years behind bars [for a crime he didn’t commit].”
https://apnews.com/article/yusef-salaam-central-park-five-new-york-f04db8cb2bcac33d74b4bc2e1c414bfd
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Assemblyman Al Taylor today announced his candidacy for Harlem-based City Council District 9 in next June’s Democratic primary.

He was joined by Assemblyman Eddie Gibbs and State Senator Cordelle Cleare.

Full press release⤵️
https://conta.cc/3GC5Ymy

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