Jumaane Williams
Jumaane D. Williams (/dʒuˈmɑːni/ joo-MAH-nee; born May 11, 1976) is an American activist and politician who has served as the New York City Public Advocate since 2019. He is a former member of the New York City Council from the 45th district, which includes East Flatbush, Flatbush, Flatlands, Marine Park, and Midwood in Brooklyn.
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| 5th New York City Public Advocate | |
| Assumed office March 19, 2019 | |
| Preceded by | Letitia James Corey Johnson (acting) |
| Member of the New York City Council from the 45th district | |
| In office January 1, 2010 – March 19, 2019 | |
| Preceded by | Kendall Stewart |
| Succeeded by | Farah Louis |
| Personal details | |
| Born | May 11, 1976 New York City, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Other political affiliations | Working Families Party Democratic Socialists of America |
| Education | Brooklyn College (BA, MA) |
| Salary | US$184,800 (2021) |
| Website | Government website |
A member of the Democratic Party and a self-described democratic socialist, Williams served as Deputy Leader of the city council and chair of the Task Force on City Workforce Equity. A candidate for Lieutenant Governor of New York in 2018, he lost to incumbent Kathy Hochul. Williams was elected New York City Public Advocate in the 2019 special election to complete the term of Letitia James, who resigned to become Attorney General of New York. On November 16, 2021, Williams announced his intention to run for governor in 2022. He lost the Democratic primary to incumbent governor Kathy Hochul by a margin of more than 48%.