Albert Vann

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Albert Vann is a member of the New York City Council from Brooklyn representing the 36th Council District, which includes parts of Bedford-Stuyvesant and Crown Heights.^[1] He is a Democrat.

Vann was born and raised in the neighborhood of Bedford-Stuyvesant. As an adult he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps, where he attained the rank of sergeant before being discharged.

Subsequently, he earned a BBA from Toledo University, and Master's degrees from both Yeshiva University, and Long Island University.

He has served in different capacities as a teacher and administrator in New York public schools over the course of his professional career.

Vann served as a member of the New York State Assembly-representing the 56th District-from 1975-2001.

After leaving the Assembly, Vann made a successful bid for the 36th seat on the New York City Council, which he has represented since 2001.

He is a member of Alpha Phi Alpha, the first intercollegiate Greek-letter fraternity established for African Americans.

[edit] Response To Sean Bell Shooting

In response to the death of Sean Bell-apparently from the guns of NYPD officers-Albert Vann alleged that his shooting was caused by "institutional racism." [1] He then proceeded to mock the suggestion that African-American New Yorkers living in high-crime neighborhoods should adapt certain behaviors in order to avoid confrontations with police officers.

[edit] References

• Official NYC Council Website about Albert Vann

[edit] External links

• 2005 NYC Voter Guide: Candidate Profile: Albert Vann
• A Toy Gun, A Real Crime
• Playing Race Card In Brooklyn

Preceded by Calvin Williams	New York State Assembly, 56th District 1975–2001	Succeeded by Annette Robinson
Preceded by Annette Robinson	New York City Council, 36th District 2002 – present	Incumbent