:: President Obama names Bronx Borough President Adolfo Carrion as the White House Director of Urban Affairs. The position was created by the president to coordinate urban affairs. From MSNBC:
"Vibrant cities spawn innovation, economic growth and cultural enrichment. The urban affairs office will focus on wise investments and development in our urban areas that will create employment and housing opportunities and make our country more competitive, prosperous and strong," the president said.
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