Quotes by Christine Quinn

“We voted to make it so that people who are registered domestic partners, members of civil unions or gay marriages from other jurisdictions, will now be recognized as registered New York city domestic partners,”

“I think its a big deal symbolically because its New York kind of going as far as we can in relationship law, ... Its also a big deal because its New York City trying to make relations as equal as we possibly can.”

“These businesses puff up their profits by not offering benefits, ... And at lunch, they give their workers an extra half hour to register on a public health insurance program.”

“Things are much better organized than they ever were, ... They are using their resources more effectively and actually moving toward being no kill.”

“Im concerned that theres some duplication of efforts and some other areas that are left unattended,”

“I am gratified for the support of my colleagues. I look forward to the vote on Wednesday and to working with them to improve the lives of all New Yorkers.”

“I feel very proud and honored, and I feel like its a wonderful thing, and I feel a little overwhelmed by the responsibility my colleagues are going to give me, and I feel like I want to work very, very hard to make all of my colleagues on the City Council proud, and I hope that Ill be able to live up to the trust that they put in my hands.”

“Let me say that I am incredibly proud that in the most diverse city in the world, diversity is seen as a strength, and not an impediment.”

“He has made coordination and negotiation much easier and more effective.”

“As the unsung heroes of New York City, security officers should be rewarded, not penalized for keeping our buildings secure, our neighborhoods protected and everyone safe. As one of the signature landmarks in New York City, the Empire State Building should be a leader in setting standards for the private security industry.”

If you dont like me, life goes on, you know what I mean? But I hope you do like me. Because I think that in addition to being pushy, Im nice.

I just want people to know you can get through stuff. I hope people can see that in what my life has been and where it is going.

No one sits Baby in a corner, one of the best lines in movie history.

Being an activist is about getting things done. Its not about standing around shaking your fist in anger.