Candidate Name Christine Quinn In your opinion, what is the role of the library in the City? The only thing I ever wanted to do was be involved in politics and government—I attribute this almost exclusively to the library at my parish elementary school, St. Patrick’s. It contained a section on biographies of political people, … Read more
Candidate Name Anthony Weiner In your opinion, what is the role of the library in the City? Libraries are a refuge to expand your mind and world. They play a critical role in fostering educational growth and developing an informed citizenry. In public libraries, New Yorkers should find uninterrupted access to digital and print information. … Read more
Candidate Name John Liu In your opinion, what is the role of the library in the City? Libraries are important community cultural institutions that have many vital roles in this City. Among these priceless roles are: they are the gateway to knowledge, first through the book collections, and now, increasing through internet access for those … Read more
Candidate Name Sal F. Albanese In your opinion, what is the role of the library in the City? As immigrants in Brooklyn, my family didn’t have access to television, so I found entertainment and information at my local library. That is where I developed a voracious appetite for reading and honed my English language skills. … Read more
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