Senator Gustavo Rivera and Assemblyman Michael Blake held a Veterans’ Thanksgiving Celebration on Tuesday, November 20 at Lehman College. The Thanksgiving feast honored local veterans in uniform who continue to dedicate their lives for the greater good of our nation.
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Joelle Lynch, Tree Army co-founder, was honored for employing local veterans in tree removal.
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(l-r) Senator Rivera; Donnell Simon, NYC Department of Veterans Services Engagement and Community Services coordinator and Assemblyman Blake welcomed everyone to the celebratory feast.
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Carol Barnes (c), Black Military Women Brooklyn Chapter assistant treasurer, served the U.S. Army Nurse Corp.
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A veteran wore a vest honoring those who served in Vietnam and Operation Desert Storm.
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Elected officials and local veterans had a great time celebrating Thanksgiving together.
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