One Brooklyn
“Brooklyn mourns the tragic passing of former Deputy Mayor Basil Paterson. I had the pleasure of knowing this legend of African-American politics, who along with his colleagues in the ‘Gang of Four’ made it possible for a new generation of leaders, including myself, to serve their communities. Basil was a proud Caribbean-American, a respected veteran of the United States Army during World War II and a model public servant. I send my condolences to his family to former Governor David Paterson, the entire Paterson family and all those who cared for Basil.”
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