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

Education. Restoring New York City schools in order to finally fulfill the promise of quality public education and give our children the tools needed to compete in a global marketplace.

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

New York’s problems are the issues. Finding a balance between responsible development and neighborhood integrity. Keeping mass transit affordable for the millions of people who depend on our subways and buses. Making sure all New Yorkers have access to decent, affordable housing and good medical care. Public safety and neighborhood security. Respect for civil rights and civil liberties. Improved race relations. Foundational to all of this is using the Public Advocate’s office to guarantee that city government and its elected officials meet the highest standards and are responsible and responsive to the needs of all New Yorkers. We need to know that there is a Public Advocate’s office and that it is open to serve and protect us.

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

I have spent my professional life working as a vocal and successful advocate for the people, whether in a courtroom, on a picket line, or at a negotiating table. As a civil rights lawyer, I have had the opportunity to represent people across a broad spectrum, but there is always one common denominator: they all need help. As set out by the City Charter, the Public Advocate is the official ombudsperson for the people of New York. I want to realize the very great potential of the Public Advocate’s office by putting my lifetime of experience to work for all New Yorkers.

(Reprinted as supplied by the candidate.)

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