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40th Mayor of the great City of Newark!
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Newark is proud to be one of four cities across the nation to be named an #MBKModelCommunity.
We join Yonkers, NY; Omaha, NE and Tulsa, OK in receiving this honor.
More: newarknj.gov/news/president
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President Obama named Newark a model city for our work in reducing violence. In 2022, Newark saw its lowest crime rate in 60 years. Join us Friday for Conversations with Mayor Ras J. Baraka, where we will continue discussing how we’re reimagining safety.
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Newark is proud to be an #MBKModelCommunity for reducing violence. We are proud of our work with to improve outcomes for boys and young men of color. Look forward to sharing best practices with with communities across the country. #MBKNewark
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President Obama will recognize Mayor and the City of Newark as a national ‘model’ for violence reduction.
Read now at nj.com/news/2023/05/o
#NewarkandProudofit #NewarkForward #WeAreNewark #Newark
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…it will bring fairness to this process by ensuring that it is affordable and expand access for our small business owners.
The time is now for the creation of a new system to move Newark and our entire state forward.”
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I fully support ’s proposal and plan to transform New Jersey’s antiquated liquor license system. His new comprehensive proposal will assuredly strengthen our economy, revitalize our downtowns and special districts but most importantly…
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Honored to attend the 58th Annual New Jersey Conference of Mayors Spring Conference in A.C. and announce a game-changer on our path to the Next New Jersey.
90 mayors have signed on as Mayors for Liquor License Reform to help us advocate for much-needed change.
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Last night, Mayor presented his ninth State of the City Address: "Newark Leading and Proud of it." He outlined nine years of Newark’s national leadership in Public Safety, Jobs, Economic Development, Affordable Housing, and more.
Watch now: ow.ly/ZbB150NMV88
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In Newark, we are thankful for the incredible partnership with the Biden-Harris Administration and all of the agencies that provide invaluable resources to our city. We work together to Build Back Better and move Newark Forward!
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Just a few days until annual #reentry conference! Don’t miss out & register to join our distinguished panelists:
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Over the weekend, Mayor Ras Baraka brought his United NJ Leaders Listening Tour to Atlantic County. Mayor Small, ACPD Chief Sarkos and other County leaders were part of this important discussion.
Full coverage from : pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/loc
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Mayor is attending the 13th annual Essex County Meet the Mayors, where West Caldwell Mayor Joesph Tempesta and County Executive presented him an award for his leadership and advancement of Newark and Essex County.
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“We’re fighting for things that are already settled.” -Newark mayor speaking tonight in conversation with moderated by our CEO
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Recently Mayor attended Congressional City Conference to work with leaders nationwide to develop their federal policy agenda and advocate to build better communities for us all. #CCC23
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"Mayor took office with an understanding of the persistence of racial oppression in Newark and the trauma that had been passed from generation to generation, because of violence, among Newark residents."
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Ron Rice was always there for Newark when we needed him, and we thank him for his immense commitment to public service and hard work. I know that all of Newark joins me in gratitude for his life, mourning his loss, and extending our prayers and condolences to the Rice family.
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…long game of racial equality. He championed the discarded and disenfranchised and uplifted women, seniors, and children. He offered leadership and guidance to colleagues and constituents, and mentored many active and aspiring leaders throughout the state.
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In Trenton, he was both warrior and diplomat – fervent in his fight for the needs of our residents, and their quality of life. He was unwavering in his conviction that America will attain its highest ideals of liberty and justice and his sights were laser-focused on the…
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…in both state and local government.
Known as the ‘Lion of the Legislature,’ he served as State Senator for 36 years, 18 of them as chair of the New Jersey Legislative Black Caucus. He was one of my great advisers and mentors.
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Ronald Rice wore many hats with distinction in a career of public service that lasted more than four decades – Newark Police Detective, first African-American to hold a West Ward Council seat, Deputy Mayor, first African-American to hold elected office…
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All of Newark is saddened to learn of the passing of former State Senator, Deputy Mayor, and Municipal Council Member Ronald L. Rice today.
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3.8.2023 - Mayor hosted a discussion on Black and Brown unity with students from . The discussion centered on the students’ lived experiences navigating race and ethnicity within Newark, trying to find and maintain unity between Black and Brown communities.
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Thrilled to announce North to Shore — New Jersey’s premier summer festival taking place across three weekends in June!
In Newark, Atlantic City, and Asbury Park, North to Shore will showcase world-class entertainment and the very best in arts and technology.
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This morning, joined , , and to announce the first-ever festival! North2Shore is a multi-week festival across New Jersey, celebrating music, comedy, film, and technology, taking place in June. Follow for updates.
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Ras in 60 is Mayor 's monthly podcast where he discusses the latest happenings in Newark including programming, events, resources and insightful discussion about new initiatives. Stream Ras in 60 on your favorite platform!
Visit Linktr.ee/Rasin60
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Join us on 3/30 as Newark Mayor sits down with former Democratic Congressman for an intimate conversation about the new Congress, the future of our American cities, and the ultimate question: Where do we go from here? RSVP at: bit.ly/njpacleaders
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This week's #MeetTheMayor: !
The mayor of , Mayor Baraka's top priorities include creating more affordable housing, eradicating homelessness, and closing the digital divide through the city's new Broadband for All initiative.
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In our first #BlackHistoryMonth event we celebrated the friendship of Black, Jewish, Israeli and Christian communities with ’s “Symphony of Brotherhood,” concert cosponsored with COGIC. We were joined by , and more. 👉 nj.gov/state/press-20
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On Monday and Tuesday, Mayor hosted elected officials, law enforcement leaders, and anti-violence community liaisons from cities across the country for two days of seminars on reinventing, reinvesting and reimagining public safety.
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Join us on Wednesday, March 8th, for "WHY BLACK & BROWN UNITY MATTERS: an Intergenerational Dialogue" with Mayor
March 8th, 2023, from 6PM to 8PM
Newark City Hall, Municipal Council Chamber (2nd Floor)
920 Broad St. Newark, NJ 07102
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This past Monday and Tuesday, hosted the Mayoral Network on Community Safety and Violence Prevention. Mayor Baraka and the City’s partners stressed the importance of collaborative work in order to establish best practices in cities across the country.
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Today, I visited with where he announced the expansion of AP African American Studies. The study of African American History ensures children learn a complete picture of what makes America, America.
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Newark’s Amiri Baraka Stripped from AP African Studies Course
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Congratulations to Mayor & on successfully rehousing 539 people experiencing homelessness through #HouseAmerica!
Together, we are doing the work to end homelessness as we know it.
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Mayor Ras J. Baraka arranged a meeting today between Newark Public Safety Director Fragé, Chief of Police Miranda, and Office of Emergency Management Coordinator James with a public safety delegation from Pittsburgh. Read more at: fb.watch/ixph2BVVXo/?mi
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met today with a public safety delegation from Pittsburgh to discuss OVPTR's work and its partnership with the to reduce crime in the city, its holistic efforts to prevent violence in Newark, treating trauma, and involvement in the entire community.
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We need to provide our most vulnerable residents with decent homes and the tools they need to regain control of their lives. This plan does just that. Together, by lifting up those most in need – our residents without addresses – we can lift up our entire community.
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Today, we unveiled the plan to end chronic homelessness over the next three years. Homelessness is a moral issue that demands our greatest efforts to achieve a solution.
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