Corey Johnson
On the record
Openly gay + HIV+ Speaker; withdrew from 2021 NYC Mayor race; later NYC Comptroller candidate
Background
Corey Johnson occupied the NYC Council Speaker of New York City office in New York for 3 years (2018–2021). Flagged as a notable historical figure by Officium's curation pass. Took office after Melissa Mark-Viverito; succeeded by Adrienne Adams. Note: Openly gay + HIV+ Speaker; withdrew from 2021 NYC Mayor race; later NYC Comptroller candidate. Same-year political environment (2018): Governor Andrew Cuomo; Attorney General Barbara Underwood; Secretary of State Rossana Rosado.
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Others who held this office in New York
- Crystal Hudson (2025-present)
- Adrienne Adams (2022-2025)
- Melissa Mark-Viverito (2014-2017)
- Christine Quinn (2006-2013)
- Gifford Miller (2002-2005)
- Peter Vallone Sr. (1986-2001)