Jabari Brisport: Public Appearances and Media
Legislative Press Events
Brisport has appeared at press conferences and public events related to his legislative priorities, particularly universal child care and housing protections. He conducted a statewide child care tour, meeting with child care providers, parents, and government officials before introducing the Universal Child Care Act . He has also appeared at press events alongside fellow DSA legislators on housing-related legislation and tenant protection measures .
Media Coverage
Brisport has been the subject of substantial media coverage in both local Brooklyn outlets and national publications. His 2020 primary victory was covered by Gotham Gazette, THE CITY, Bklyner, Kings County Politics, and NBC News . His 2022 primary race, particularly Mayor Adams' endorsement of his challenger, received attention from NY1, City and State, and the New York Daily News .
In June 2026, The Nation published a feature-length article on the broader struggle between the DSA and the Brooklyn Democratic establishment, in which Brisport's 2026 primary challenge from Marlon Rice was a central narrative thread . City and State has covered Brisport extensively across multiple cycles, including his child care legislative work, his gubernatorial endorsement of Antonio Delgado, and internal DSA dynamics .
FAIR, the national media watchdog organization, quoted Brisport in a July 2026 article criticizing a New York Times report on the DSA's outreach in communities of color .
Alumni and Institutional Recognition
The Yale School of Drama featured Brisport in its September 2020 alumni newsletter, highlighting his transition from theater to politics and his State Senate candidacy . Poly Prep Country Day School published an alumni spotlight on Brisport following his 2020 election, and The Polygon, the school's student newspaper, published a longer interview in December 2022 . Prep for Prep profiled Brisport in September 2020, describing him as a member of the program's Contingent XXI .
Public Demonstrations and Protests
Brisport has a record of participating in public demonstrations both before and during his time in office. He was a visible participant in Black Lives Matter protests and co-led the June 2020 demonstration at the home of then-City Council Member Laurie Cumbo demanding police budget cuts . In October 2023, he was arrested while participating in a protest related to the Israel-Palestine conflict . In April 2024, he was a signatory to a joint statement from 13 socialist elected officials supporting student encampments .
Social Media Presence
Brisport maintains an active presence on X (formerly Twitter) under the handle @JabariBrisport and on Instagram at @jabaribrisport . His social media activity has included public statements on legislation, political endorsements, and commentary on national and international events. His December 2023 post using the phrase from the river to the sea drew attention from pro-Israel monitoring organizations .
Woman of Distinction Ceremony
In May 2024, Brisport nominated Rabbi Abby Stein, a transgender author and Palestinian rights advocate, as his district's Woman of Distinction at the annual New York State Senate ceremony . The nomination reflected both his LGBTQ advocacy and his position on Palestinian rights.
Center for Climate Integrity
Brisport is listed as a member of the Center for Climate Integrity's network of leaders, which highlights elected officials who advocate for holding fossil fuel companies accountable for climate change .