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Claim Text: Organizers with the Western Queens Community Land Trust, which advocates neighborhood ownership of property, had urged Ms. Won to vote against the proposal, citing worries about gentrification and affordability.
Simplified Text: The Western Queens Community Land Trust urged Julie Won to vote against the proposal due to concerns about gentrification and affordability.
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Created: December 5, 2025 at 11:08 PM (8 months ago)
Last Updated: December 5, 2025 at 11:08 PM (8 months ago)

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