Party Enrolled In: Democratic
Current Occupation: N/a
Previous Occupation(s): Legislative Assistant to a Member of the New York City Council, District Manager of Community Board #2 (Brooklyn), 1199SEIU United Healthcare Workers East
Education: Temple University, University of London, School of Industrial & Labor Relations - Cornell University
Organizational Affiliations: League of Women Voters of the City of New York, Church Women United, Board for the Education of People of African Ancestry, Community Advisory Board (CAB) of the Cumberland Diagnostic &; Treatment Center, Emmanuel Baptist Church (Clinton Hill).
Prior Public Experience: State Committeewoman (District Leader) - 57th A.D.
1. What is the most important issue in Council District 35 you would address if elected?
Education
2. What other important issues would you address if elected?
Employment, Housing, Development, Healthcare, Public Safety, Youth, Traffic & Transportation, Seniors, Immigration, Small Business
3. What makes you the best candidate for this office?
My professional experience, public service and accomplishments in the 35th Council District I believe make me the best candidate. Also, I'm a champion for justice, a strong advocate for social justice, the labor movement and community empowerment who has been supportive of progressive legislation and movements to bring about change that will have a positive impact upon others.
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