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Overcrowding in East Side public schools threatens to deny a generation of children their constitutional right to a "sound basic education." We must make more school seats available now, build more schools to keep up with current development, and investigate new solutions for building educational infrastructure.

I have a strong commitment to public education that stems from being a graduate of the Bronx High School of Science, State University of New York's University at Albany and University at Buffalo Law School. I helped create Community Board 8’s Youth and Education Committee, identified a Free Yellow Bus Program for local youth service providers, and created an internship program to better serve the youth and education needs of our community. As your Council member I will continue to fight for increased funding for youth services and education.

thomas marin

My Issues: 
Community
Health
Education
Roosevelt Island
Transportation
Elections
Jobs
Second Avenue Subway Construction
Environment
Endorsement: 

I am endorsing this campaign because I believe Benjamin Kallos could be a great success as councilman for the 5th district of New York City.  He has clear, set goals and plans for what has yet to be done in this city, and what is in need of some changes.  He is a strong candidate, with a decorated background, and he is the perfect example of a politician should be in this city, as well as this nation.  

lloyd layton

My Issues: 
Good Government
Community
Health
Public Safety
Technology
Education
Transportation
Jobs
Environment
Endorsement: 

Ben is the most progressive and qualified campaign out there. Interning this semester and summer, I hope to make a positive contribution and spread the word about his campaign.

tirso tavarez

My Issues: 
Affordable Housing
Good Government
Tax Reform
Health
Public Safety
Education
Jobs
Second Avenue Subway Construction