Happy Independence Day to all Kosovars in in SD23. It's an honor to serve and stand with you. Wishing you all a happy and safe holiday as you celebrate 16 years of independence!
Senator Jessica Scarcella-Spanton
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Senator Jessica Scarcella-Spanton
@NYSenator_JSS
New York State Senator proudly serving Staten Island and Southern Brooklyn (SD23). Chair of Veterans, Homeland Security and Military Affairs Committee. 🇺🇸
- I'm deeply honored to sponsor this resolution in the State Senate commemorating Kosovo's Independence Day. It's a testament to the remarkable resilience and determination of the Kosovar people, who have overcome numerous challenges all leading us to this occasion.
00:00 - It was an honor to celebrate the 16th anniversary of Kosova’s Independence at the reception hosted by Ambassador Reka and the Consulate General of the Republic of Kosova. A momentous celebration marking Kosova’s journey to independence and to its brighter future.
- Thank you to all who joined us to celebrate Kosovo's independence. It is so crucial for us to reaffirm our commitment to stand with the people of Kosovo– as they continue to navigate challenges and strive for a future of stability, peace, and prosperity.
- Proud to stand with @sibpvito and my colleagues in defense of Holtermann’s Bakery. They have served everyone in our community for 146 years. We should be doing everything we can to support our local businesses—not tear them down.
- Our ferry is an essential service for all Staten Islanders & we need it to be funded accordingly. Thank you @SenSchumer for securing $80 million in funding for our ferry operations— so Staten Islanders and tourists alike can have an accessible & affordable commute!
- Senator Scarcella-Spanton’s statement on acts of antisemitism at Origins High School.
- Staten Island elected officials united in denouncing assassination attempt of President Trump
- This morning I joined Fox & Friends to discuss the false allegations lodged at Holtermann’s Bakery. After 146 years in business, I can attest to the dedication they show to ALL of the customers they serve. Watch below :
00:00 - I am immensely proud to have been sworn in as the 23rd district’s Senator. Serving the people of Staten Island and Southern Brooklyn is the privilege of a lifetime.
- Today, we acknowledge the leaders who have shaped U.S. History since 1776 – Happy Presidents' Day!
- Our office joined @KamillahMHanks and @Charlesdfall to celebrate black educators. We are so grateful for all of the work the honorees today do to shape the minds of Staten Island's future.
- Today was the St. Patrick’s Day Parade on SI, one of my favorite events since I was a little girl. We haven’t marched in years because it continues to discriminate against the @pridecenterSI , @GOALny , Fire Flag and any organizations representing our LGBT+ communities.
- ILA members made sure that the world kept moving during COVID and deserve to be treated as the essential workers that they are. I stand with ILA in their fight for a fair contract and urge USMX to come to the table with a proposal that supports longshoremen.