13 | July | 2012 | Melissa Mark-Viverito

New York (July 13, 2012) – Today, New York City Councilwoman Melissa Mark-Viverito denounced the intimidation tactics used against Puerto Rico House Representative Carmen Yulín Cruz-Soto. The Councilwoman expressed outrage regarding the incident and is concerned that more likely than not, it could occur again because Cruz-Soto is a woman.

“Unfortunately, it is still too few women who venture forth into elected office despite the fact that we represent over half the population. Carmen Yulín is an inspiring elected representative who is vocal and engaged, and has an impressive record of accomplishment. Perhaps it is for these reasons that she has been targeted. This incident is reflective of the lowest form of political campaigning,” denounced Mark-Viverito. “Carmen Yulín is one of those few people who have chosen to run for elective office for the right reasons, to represent her constituents with dignity, and to improve the quality of life and the future of Puerto Rico. As a woman, and as a Puerto Rican, she serves as an inspiration to me and many others.”

The New York Councilwoman expressed solidarity with the Popular Democratic Party (PPD) representative and candidate for Mayor of San Juan urging her to neither be intimidated by such tactics nor to be steered off course from her campaigning schedule.

Concejal Mark-Viverito condena acecho a Carmen Yulín

Nueva York (13 de julio de 2012) – La concejal del Distrio 8 en Nueva York, Melissa Mark-Viverito, denunció hoy las tácticas intimidatorias contra la representante Carmen Yulín Cruz-Soto. Mark-Viverito sostuvo que el incidente es preocupante e indignante; y añadió que es muy probable que haya ocurrido, y que pueda volver a ocurrir, porque Cruz-Soto es mujer.

“Desafortunadamente, todavía somos muy pocas las mujeres que incursionamos en la política, a pesar de representar poco más de la mitad de la población. Carmen Yulín es una de esas personas políticas muy vocales y activas, y lleva una trayectoria muy exitosa en su carrera. Serán esas las razones por las que le ocurre este tipo de incidente, que deben provenir del más bajo mundo politiquero que hayamos podido conocer”, denunció Mark-Viverito. “Carmen Yulín es una de esas personas que están en la política por las razones correctas, para representar con dignidad a sus constituyentes y para ayudar a mejorar la calidad de vida y el futuro de Puerto Rico”, aseguró.

La concejal neoyorquina se solidarizó con la representante del Partido Popular Democrático (PPD) y candidata a la alcaldía de San Juan, y la instó a no dejarse intimidar y continuar con su apretada agenda de campaña.

Celebrity dog groomer Jorge Bendersky will be at Jefferson Recreation Center with Melissa on Saturday, July 14 hosting a free Pet Care Grooming Workshop. You may have seen Jorge on Animal Planet’s realty show, “The Groomer Has It,” as a judge on TLC’s “Extreme Poodles” or as the grooming expert on Animal Planet’s “Dogs 101.”

Although most of Jorge’s clients are among the rich and famous and he is the most sought out Manhattan groomer, Jorge is dedicated to giving back. In doing so, he is offering his talents and knowledge to those dogs (and pet owners) who would not normally be able to afford such lavish amenities. Jorge will cover how to properly brush your dog, along with tips and tools for early detection of a wide spectrum of potential canine diseases at the free Pet Care Grooming Workshop. Early detection is essential to not only saving your dog’s life but to saving an enormous amount on vet bills.

Come join us and learn about all of the benefits of proper grooming for your furry best friend! To find out more about Jorge and his work, you can visit his website - planetjorge.com.