While William's address last year primarily centered around public safety, this year, he chose to touch on a mix of issues that carry an undercurrent of fear for many New Yorkers. From fear of crime to fear of overdevelopment of one's neighborhood, he called to the stage several New Yorkers who have been personally affected by some of these issues to share their stories with the audience directly.
" I've always tried to make my office a megaphone, to amplify the needs of New Yorkers, to give voice to the people," said the public advocate after taking the stage. "I want everyone to hear those voices directly, and come together to confront our neighbor's fears with courage and action."
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