For Council Speaker Quinn, a memorable year

One November afternoon, Christine Quinn swept into City Council chambers to preside over a ceremonial session. Her red hair in place and wearing a signature dark business suit, Quinn appeared at home in her role as speaker, brandishing the mic with aplomb and putting the visitors – including a group of schoolchildren being honored for their work in an art show – at ease with jokes and smiles.

By Vera Haller

December 22, 2006