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Senator Adams receives the Special Heritage Award
Eric Adams
August 17, 2012
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Senator Adams was awarded by the New York Black Pride organization the special Heritage Award, given to those individuals who exemplifies excellence in their field or has consistently demonstrated a commitment to community service above and beyond the norm. Senator Perkins presented the award.