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Pablo Friedmann

NONPARTISAN

Pablo Friedmann is running for Durham Mayor.

Professional background

Pablo Friedmann is the director of the Durham Public Schools' Multilingual Resource Center.

Political background

Pablo's campaign for Durham Mayor is his first entry into politics.

Economy

Supports taxing "billion-dollar corporations" and wants a housing system that works.

Believes the property tax increase by city council should have been smaller.

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Public Services

Supports inclusive decision-making that considers community input, public school impact, and sustainability.

Said, "The City needs to prioritize sustainability from beginning to end... I will fight to ensure the development process incorporates sustainability."

Supports expanding the city's composting pilot program.

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Housing & Urban Development

Supports requiring developers to contribute to affordable housing.

Supports modifying Area Median Income rules for affordable housing loans, and increasing oversight of the Durham Housing Authority.

Supports using city-owned real estate and local partnerships to provide housing for vulnerable populations.

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Public Safety

Supports the HEART program, which creates a care response team of mental health professionals that work with police, fire, and EMS.

Supports competitive salaries for public servants, including the Durham Police Department.

Supports the Vision Zero action plan to improve child safety during school commutes and advocates for better enforcement of speed limits near schools.

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Transportation & Infrastructure

Supports building more sidewalks and protected bike lanes.

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Education

As of July 31, 2025, Pablo Friedmann’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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