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Joel Rivera
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Joel Rivera (born October 24, 1978) is an American politician who served as a member and the majority leader of the New York City Council. First elected to the Council in a special election in 2001 at 22 years of age,[1] Rivera became the youngest elected official in the city's history.[2] He continued to win re-election until reaching his legal term limit in 2013.
Quick Facts Majority Leader of the New York City Council, Speaker ...
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Majority Leader of the New York City Council | |
In office January 1, 2002 ā December 31, 2013 | |
Speaker | Gifford Miller Christine Quinn |
Succeeded by | Jimmy Van Bramer |
Member of the New York City Council for the 15th district | |
In office February 20, 2001 ā December 31, 2013 | |
Preceded by | Jose Rivera |
Succeeded by | Ritchie Torres |
Personal details | |
Born | (1978-10-24) October 24, 1978 (age 45) |
Political party | Democratic |
Relations | Jose Rivera (father) Naomi Rivera (half-sister) |
Children | 3 |
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