THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NEW YORK
OFFICE OF COMMUNICATIONS
CITY HALL
NEW YORK, NY 10007                                          
March 26, 2009
Release # 025-2009

Statement by Speaker Christine C. Quinn
Re: President Obama’s Nomination for Openly Gay Latina D.C. Superior Court Judge

“President Obama has made a superb choice with his nomination of Marisa Demeo to the D.C. Superior Court. Judge Demeo has a long and distinguished record of public service and her appointment would add a brilliant legal mind to the court.  

“The President has again followed through on his promise of inclusion by nominating Judge Demeo, a Latina Lesbian, to this very important court.  I have confidence in the Senate to confirm her nomination without delay.”