Jimmy Van Bramer
James G. Van Bramer (born August 19, 1969) is an American politician. A Democrat, who served in the New York City Council and represented the 26th district from 2010 to 2021, which includes Astoria, Long Island City, Sunnyside, and Woodside in Queens. Van Bramer is a progressive who was one of the few members of the City Council to endorse Cynthia Nixon's campaign in the 2018 New York gubernatorial election.
Jimmy Van Bramer | |
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Van Bramer in 2014 | |
| Majority Leader of the New York City Council | |
| In office January 8, 2014 – December 31, 2017 | |
| Speaker | Melissa Mark-Viverito |
| Preceded by | Joel Rivera |
| Succeeded by | Laurie Cumbo |
| Member of the New York City Council from the 26th district | |
| In office January 1, 2010 – December 31, 2021 | |
| Preceded by | Eric Gioia |
| Succeeded by | Julie Won |
| Personal details | |
| Born | August 19, 1969 Queens, New York, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Dan Hendrick |
| Alma mater | St. John's University (BA) |
| Website | Official website |
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