Jabari Brisport
Jabari Brisport | |
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Personal details | |
Born | 29–30 |
Nationality | American |
Political party | Green Party |
Other political affiliations | Democratic Socialists of America |
Occupation | activist, actor, tutor |
Known for | Running for city council; opposition to the Bedford-Union Armory redevelopment |
Website | www.jabaribrisport.com |
Jabari Brisport is an American activist, actor, and tutor from New York City.[1]
Early life and education
Brisport was raised in Prospect Heights, Brooklyn.[2] He attended New York University[3] Tisch School of the Arts[4] and the Yale School of Drama.[5][4][6]
Career
Brisport is a member of the Democratic Socialists of America and his run for New York City Council was endorsed by the organization.[7]
In 2017, Brisport ran against incumbent Laurie Cumbo for the 35th District city council seat in New York City. In a rare Green Party primary, Brisport defeated opponent Scott Hutchinson 32 votes to 4.[2] Brisport was partially inspired by Bernie Sanders to run for office.[8] He was endorsed by Sanders' Our Revolution and New York Communities for Change.[2] He lost the election, but gained 29% of the vote.[9][10][11]
Brisport's support for affordable housing includes not only stopping the private development of the Bedford-Union Armory in Crown Heights,[12][13][14] but to other perennial measures, such as a vacancy tax and a pied-à-terre tax,[15] as well as housing plans that are 100% affordable, not a mix of market price or luxury condominiums.[10]
Brisport is an actor and writer, who has appeared in independent films and the stage.[6][4]
References
- ↑ "All Politics Is Local: a Guide to Brooklyn's City Council Races - The Bridge". 6 November 2017. Retrieved 28 February 2018.
- 1 2 3 "'Crazy Green Party Dude' Wages Grassroots Fight in Brooklyn Council Race". Retrieved 28 February 2018.
- ↑ Whitford, Emma (7 April 2017). "Meet The Democratic Socialist Running For City Council In Brooklyn". Gothamist. Retrieved 28 December 2017.
- 1 2 3 "Jabari Brisport Resume". Jabari Brisport. Retrieved 28 February 2018.
- ↑ "Jabari Brisport". www.facebook.com. Retrieved 28 February 2018.
- 1 2 "Upcoming". Jabari Brisport. Retrieved 28 February 2018.
- ↑ Jilani, Zaid (3 August 2017). "Jabari Brisport Is Running For City Council to Bring Democratic Socialism to Brooklyn". The Intercept. Retrieved 28 December 2017.
- ↑ Foldy, Ben (9 October 2017). "A Green Grows in Brooklyn". Bklyner. Retrieved 28 December 2017.
- ↑ Marcetic, Branko (9 November 2017). "Yesterday Was a Good Day". Jacobin. Retrieved 28 December 2017.
- 1 2 "Laurie Cumbo Holds On To Win NYC District 35 Election". 6 November 2017. Retrieved 28 February 2018.
- ↑ Max, Ben. "2017 New York City General Election Results". Retrieved 28 February 2018.
- ↑ "Arrest of City Council candidate at Bedford-Union Armory protest draws criticism - Brooklyn Daily Eagle". www.brooklyneagle.com. Retrieved 28 February 2018.
- ↑ "Bedford-Union Armory fight spills over into 35th City Council debate in Brooklyn - Brooklyn Daily Eagle". www.brooklyneagle.com. Retrieved 28 February 2018.
- ↑ "City Planning Approves Bedford-Union Armory Plan as 2 Protesters Arrested". DNAinfo New York. Retrieved 28 February 2018.
- ↑ "Lessons from Vancouver for NYC's Debate Over Taxing Vacant Land to Ease Housing Crunch". Retrieved 28 February 2018.