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New York City Comptroller William C. Thompson, Jr. today issued the following statement concerning a lawsuit challenging the New York City Council’s controversial vote last week to extend term limits without putting the matter before voters.

“It is imperative to pursue this course of action on behalf of the voters of this city.  I believe that voters’ rights were clearly denied and suppressed.

The foundation of good government is trust, and that trust was shattered. People must trust that when they cast their vote, it will count. Historically when such trust is breached we turn to the courts to seek justice.

Just because the New York City Council failed to hear our voice does not mean we will back down. We will continue to stand up against those who undermine the people’s will, and come together with one voice and a common purpose: to restore faith in the process.”

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