Proposition One would protect basic human rights that future extremist state officials could strip away, officials said.

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Nearly impossible to ignore, the words “Liberty” and “champions” have echoed across New York City since the New York Liberty clinched its first championship title in 28 years last week.

The city celebrated the victory with seafoam green displays lighting up landmarks and an emotional ticker-tape parade through Manhattan’s streets.

For Brooklyn, the Liberty’s remarkable victory is more than just a win — it’s a revival. Fans who have poured their hearts and souls into supporting the team are filled with pride and awe.

To mark this moment, Brooklyn Paper spoke with devoted supporters at last week’s parade and subsequent Barclays Center celebration, all of whom were eager to share their love for Liberty.

“We made history. This means everything. Thank you for bringing it home, and let’s do it again next year,” said Tia, a fan since 1998. “This means everything for women’s sports. Let’s bring another championship to New York.”

“This is awesome. I really enjoyed the whole series. This win means a lot for the city,” a fan named Miguel said, reflecting on the impactful series. “We needed something like this. Keep on winning. Keep on having fun and bring another title next year.”

The New York Liberty, founded in 1997 as one of the original eight teams in the WNBA, has experienced a rollercoaster of seasons over its more than two-decade-long history. Liberty was a frontrunner in the early years, clinching the Eastern Conference title four times in the late 90s and early 2000s. But the franchise faltered in its quest for the ultimate prize.

The team’s historic triumph over the Minnesota Lynx in the WNBA Finals on Oct. 20 ended a 51-year drought in New York City professional basketball championships.

An ecstatic fan named Teresa said she was one of the countless fans in the stands Thursday considered “down since day one,” staying with the team through near-victories, disappointing losses and, of course, its monumental move to Brooklyn.

“Twenty-eight years,” she told Brooklyn Paper. “This is for us.”

“This is a big moment for the team, the city, and the franchise,” said Chaz, a spectator who donned a vintage Teresa Weatherspoon jersey at Thursday’s ticker-tape parade. “Let’s do it again next year.”

As the celebrations reached new heights, fan Nate Malone reflected on the importance of the championship win.

“This is everything,” he said. “This means everything to the city.”

When asked what they’d write in a love letter to the New York Liberty, fans all agreed on one sentiment: gratitude.

“Thank you so much for your dedication,” a young basketball enthusiast said at the Barclays Center fan celebration. “You made your home crowd so proud.”

“Dear Liberty, thank you so much,” another fan told Brooklyn Paper. “You’re an inspiration for the girls here, for everyone, and for representing our big city and everyone in it. You’ve given everyone hope.”

From social media celebrations to joyful gatherings at local spots, the Liberty’s victory has united the community under a banner of pride. As Brooklyn revels in the glory of the Liberty’s achievements, this love letter is a tribute to a team that has transformed the court and inspired the city.

The road ahead is filled with anticipation, but one thing is certain: the dedicated supporters of the New York Liberty will be there, cheering them on and ready to celebrate whatever comes next.

“Let’s get another one,” Malone said.

Oscar Isaac is letting go of his chic Brooklyn penthouse, putting his sprawling four-bedroom, three-bath duplex on the market for a cool $4.5 million, The Post has learned. The famed “Star Wars” and “Dune” actor snagged this trophy residence back in 2018 for $4.49 million, perched right in Brooklyn’s vibrant cross-section of Boerum Hill, Cobble…

Brooklyn led the way in a record-breaking day of early voting on Saturday as hundreds of thousands of New Yorkers cast their ballots for the 2024 general election.

Across New York City, a whopping 140,145 people voted on Oct. 26, the first day of early voting, according to the Board of Elections. That’s more than has ever been recorded on the first day of early voting since it was implemented in 2019. 

Brooklyn had the highest number of voters that day, with a total of 40,289 — followed by Manhattan with 38,237, Queens with 31,671, the Bronx with 16,462, and Staten Island with 13,486. The rush continued on Sunday, as an additional 117,702 people cast their ballots across the city. Brooklyn once again came out on top, with 36,744 voters on Oct. 27 for a weekend total of 77,033. 

While Brooklyn’s raw numbers were impressive, they represented just about 3% of registered, active voters in the borough. While the overall number of voters elsewhere was lower, about 7% of active voters in Manhattan turned out over the weekend, and 4.9% in Queens. 

Still, the numbers were record-breaking – more voters turned out on Saturday than on the first day of early voting in the 2020 general election. Last year, only 86,000 New Yorkers cast their ballots during the entire nine days of early voting.

Turnout may be driven by the contentious presidential election between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump. While Harris has a comfortable lead in New York City and across the state, polls are much closer nationwide — as of Oct. 28, Harris was just slightly ahead of Trump, per the New York Times. 

New Yorkers also have a number of more local choices to make in this election. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand is running for reelection, as are a number of incumbent members of the House of Representatives — including Brooklyn’s U.S. Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, the House Minority Leader. 

Brooklynites are also voting for a number of state Senate and Assembly races, some judgeships, and six ballot measures — Brooklyn Paper’s voter guide has more details. 

Early voting will continue every day until Sunday, Nov. 3. Polls are open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on weekdays and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Voters can find their early voting site and a sample ballot on the BOE website.

Fake pictures. Artificial intelligence. Misinformation and voter intimidation. These are just some of the issues New York voters might face before casting their ballot during early voting and Election Day.

However, to combat these threats, Gov. Kathy Hochul and state Attorney General Letitia James announced on Monday how the Empire State is working to protect both voters and the integrity of democracy.

The election protection efforts include deploying statewide, multi-agency resources to combat misinformation — and responding to any impediments to the voting process.

“As New Yorkers cast their ballots, we are taking every measure necessary to ensure the sanctity of our democratic process so that everyone can have their voice heard,” Hochul said. “In partnership with Attorney General James and law enforcement across the state, we have established tools and protections to secure the right of all citizens to participate in this election — and we will always stand up to defend those rights against those who threaten them.” 

Early voting in New York began on Oct. 26 and runs through Nov. 3. Polls open on Election Day on Nov. 5 from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. A list of early voting and Election Day polling locations can be found at ny.gov or vote.nyc.

Spotting AI deepfakes

Combating misinformation is at the top of Hochul’s voter protection list. The governor and other state officials say this misleading content often comes in the form of artificial intelligence, which can be used to create fake videos, images or audio that can misrepresent a candidate.

A popular example of this occurred during the election season last year when former Republican presidential candidate and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis was accused of distributing fake photos of Donald Trump embracing former White House Chief Medical Advisor Anthony Fauci, a relationship that was a point of contention among officials in the GOP.

Also known as “AI-created deepfakes,” photos like this can be used to spread lies about candidates, potential policies, and even where people can access polls, Attorney General James explained. In September, James released a guide to spotting AI-generated content about elections.

“New York has a long history of free and fair elections, and this year is no different,” she said. “My office has been preparing for months for a safe and smooth election process, and we will continue to do everything in our power to defend New Yorkers’ fundamental right to vote.”

Wrong information on social media

Social media users can also intentionally or unintentionally spread false information or disinformation about candidates and the voting process that could skew their followers’ choice of candidates.

Hochul explained in a press release that voters should be aware of potentially false or misleading election-related content, which can be used to create confusion and distrust in voting systems and processes, particularly when spread on social media platforms.

Voter intimidation

Under state and federal law, it is illegal for anyone to intimidate, threaten, or coerce voters in an attempt to disrupt their right to vote, the attorney general’s office explained. It is also illegal to campaign inside or within 100 feet of a polling location.

Voters in line to vote have a right to cast their ballot even when polls are about to close.

More information about how and where to vote and measures in place to protect voters is available online at the New York State Board of Elections.

The attorney general’s office has available the Election Protection Hotline to troubleshoot any issues New Yorkers voters might encounter through Nov. 6. New Yorkers can contact the hotline by calling 866-390-2992 or submitting a complaint online at electionhotline.ag.ny.gov.