Citing the need for Democrats to stand together to ensure New York City’s next mayor will be a progressive champion, City Council Speaker Christine Quinn today announced her endorsement of Public Advocate Bill de Blasio.

�I am proud to stand with Bill de Blasio � the next mayor of New York City,� said Speaker Quinn. �It is time for Democrats throughout our city to put aside their differences and fight together for the progressive values we all share. By working together, we will build a stronger city where no New Yorker is left behind, and where working and middle class families have access to good-paying jobs, great schools, quality health care, affordable housing, and safe streets.�

�It is an honor to receive the support of Speaker Quinn, who is a dedicated public servant and advocate who has committed her life to improving this city for all New Yorkers,” said de Blasio. “She is a tireless fighter for her constituents and she has always been a powerful voice on so many critical issues – from housing to fairness to fighting for the middle class. I look forward to working with her to move our great city forward.”

(YWN Desk – NYC)