As you watch high rise rentals buildings going up next to two story houses, think about what the Rebbe would have if asked about a getting a shiny street sign named after him by a council member who was approving legislation which would inhibit the local Jewish community from growing in future years because of increased home prices. ( “City of Yes” increased most of the Shchuna by 2 floors in the R6 and R7 neighborhoods and allowed developers to outbid homebuyers)

Back in 2025, Brooklyn Community Board 9 member Benny Rosenberger ran against City Councilmember Crystal Hudson to give the community a voice in opposition to many local issues.

Even though Mr. Rosenberger did not win, his campaign encouraged future frum candidates to speak out on local issues and run for office. https://anash.org/crown-heights-activist-running-for-city-council/

After Benny’s campaign, came Arhon’s.
After Ahron’s will come others.

Elected officials and their Jewish liaisons will no longer get a free pass to ignore community issues without pushback and protest.

And with the right amount of mitzvahs, Hashem may not only send you an angel, but may fight for you personally.

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Duke of Kingsbrook