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This resolution celebrates the life and accomplishments of Sonny Abubadika Carson, a prominent Black Liberation activist in Brooklyn.
Why it matters
Highlights Sonny Carson’s pivotal role in major civil rights and Black empowerment movements in Brooklyn. , including leadership in the Brooklyn Congress of Racial Equality, activism against police brutality, and efforts for community control of schools—showing how grassroots activism can influence policy and society.
Underscores the significance of memorializing influential local leaders. by advocating for street renamings and public remembrance, which can inspire community pride and keep the history of Black liberation struggles visible in public spaces.
Recognizes the multifaceted ways Carson contributed to social change. , from founding organizations like the “School of Common Sense” and the Committee to Honor Black Heroes, to mobilizing against issues like crack houses and supporting the election of Black officials, illustrating the broad impact one individual can have on local and national movements.
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Honor Sonny Carson’s Legacy
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Senate Resolution No. 5309 BY: Senator PARKER CELEBRATING the life and accomplishments of Sonny Abubadika Carson on May 20, 2018 WHEREAS, From time to time we take note of certain individuals whom we wish to recognize for their valued contributions and to publicly acknowledge their endeavors which have enhanced the basic humanity among us all; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to celebrate the life and accomplishments of Sonny Abubadika Carson at an event on Sunday, May
20, 2018; and WHEREAS, December 20, 2017, marked the 15th Anniversary of the death of Sonny Abubadika Carson, widely recognized as one of the most courageous and gifted Black Liberation fighters in Brooklyn, New York; his reputation spanned across the United… Show allHide
20, 2018; and WHEREAS, December 20, 2017, marked the 15th Anniversary of the death of Sonny Abubadika Carson, widely recognized as one of the most courageous and gifted Black Liberation fighters in Brooklyn, New York; his reputation spanned across the United States and Africa; and WHEREAS, Sonny Abubadika Carson was an "Original O.G." whose consciousness and leadership put him on the front lines of literally every battle that actually concerned the interest and human rights of Black people; a student of Malcolm X and founder of the "School of Common Sense," he developed a sharp street knowledge of the pulse and demands of the Black community; and WHEREAS, This remarkable man was instrumental and in front of many issues including the battle for community control of public schools; the Civil Rights Movement, he chaired the Brooklyn Congress of Racial Equality; the fight against police brutality; the right to have Black elected officials; closing the crack house, he chaired Black Men's Movement Against Crack; the Korean store boycott; the Days of Outrage; and the fight for the African Burial Ground, he founded the Committee to Honor Black Heroes; and WHEREAS, In honor of Sonny Abubadika Carson, various streets were co-named after him and a campaign has been initiated to rename a stretch of Gates Avenue in Bedford-Stuyvesant in his legacy; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when individuals of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our attention, they should be celebrated and recognized by all the citizens of this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to celebrate the life and accomplishments of Sonny Abubadika Carson on May
20, 2018; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to the family of Sonny Abubadika Carson.
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