1. What is the most important issue in Manhattan you would address if elected?

If elected my number one priority will be affordable housing. Residents in Manhattan continue to be priced out of their neighborhoods. I will use capital funds to substantially increase affordable housing for a range of mixed income families. I will work to protect the economic and social diversity of our borough. I believe that anyone working in Manhattan should be able to afford to live in Manhattan. I will also allocate more funding for legal services to protect Manhattan tenants. Many people are being taken advantage of because they don’t know their rights.

2. What other important issues would you address if elected?

As Borough President, I will continue to fight for an equitable education for all New York City children. These efforts will include reduced class sizes, increased funding for after-school programs and great resources for staff development. I will push for more teacher training and increased parental and community involvement. Furthermore, we must substantially upgrade the quality of classroom instruction. I will also work very hard on issues like transportation and job creation.

3. What makes you the best candidate for this office?

I have built my career by standing up for those who don’t have a voice. I believe that in one of the richest cities in the world, all people in Manhattan should enjoy a decent standard of living. Throughout my tenure in the Assembly, I have worked successfully to improve education, create affordable housing, rehabilitate our subways, protect victims of domestic violence and beautify our local parks. I have been an effective coalition builder and have a unique understanding of how city government works. I believe that I can take my experience and use it to help create a better Manhattan.

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