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Melissa Mark-Viverito (born April 1, 1969) is an American Democratic politician and former speaker of the New York City Council from 2014 to 2017, as well as councilmember for the 8th district from 2006 to 2017, representing Concourse, Concourse Village, East Harlem, Highbridge, Longwood, Mott Haven, Port Morris, and Randall's Island .
Melissa Mark-Viverito. 6,972 likes · 2 talking about this. Running to represent the Bronx in NY-15. 2014-2017 Speaker, New York City Council | Representing District 8 (El Barrio/East Harlem and the...
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Feb 16, 2017 · Melissa Mark-Viverito on Thursday delivered her last State of the City address as the speaker of the New York City Council, peppering the speech with policy, Spanish and invocations of...
- J. David Goodman
Jul 1, 2021 · Former Council Speaker Melissa Mark-Viverito, the co-founder of an organization that finds, trains and supports women candidates, says men have been hoarding influence for too long.
- Errol Louis
Jan 9, 2014 · The elevation of Melissa Mark-Viverito, 44, a Puerto Rican-born lawmaker who is the first Hispanic to hold the office, represents an early and significant victory for Mayor Bill de Blasio, who...
Nov 27, 2018 · During her tenure as City Council speaker, Melissa Mark-Viverito heard the questions. Could she be independent of Mayor Bill de Blasio, who helped her win election as speaker?
Feb 18, 2014 · The New Republic article traces the behind-the-scenes story of how Mark-Viverito, an ally of Mayor de Blasio, won the speakership in 2013 with the support of progressive groups and unions. It explores the implications of her victory for the balance of power and the city's politics.
