"I want to wish a bountiful Thanksgiving to all celebrating in New York City, the homeland of the Lenape people.
"In a time of uncertainty, of existing challenges and looming fears, I feel it is especially important to reflect with gratitude and grace – not to ignore struggles, but to steel ourselves for them on the strength of our blessings. I am blessed with the opportunity to work to create a safer, more just, more affordable city.. I am grateful for my family, friends, and my team.
"In his first Thanksgiving proclamation, President Lincoln called not only for a day of gratitude, but one to petition for 'inestimable blessings of peace, union, and harmony throughout the land.' I celebrate the holiday in that spirit, rather than the false presentation of its origins and the harm done to indigenous people.
"I hope that New Yorkers’ celebrations and your table are full; that we are able to spend time with those we hold dear. As we humbly consider all that which has given us strength, joy, and support this past year, we re-dedicate to supporting the most vulnerable New Yorkers in the coming year."
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