Don't waste hours Googling candidates.
Branch has information on all of your candidates, in one place.
Joseph Chou
INDEPDENDENT
Joseph Chou is running for New York City City Council Member, District 20.
Personal background
Joseph moved to the United States from Japan in 1974. He is married with children.
Professional background
Joseph operates his own car repair business which he opened in 1990.
Political background
Joseph ran for the United States House of Representatives to represent the 6th District of New York in 2024 but did not win.
Economy
Plans to create a balanced tax policy that encourages growth and reduces burdens, especially for working families and small businesses.
Suggest an edit
Public Services
Supports initiatives that enhance family well-being, including improving healthcare access and ensuring affordable childcare.
Believes the "community aspect of America is lost" and aims to "rekindle it" through his public service initiatives.
Suggest an edit
Housing & Urban Development
As of August 22, 2025, Joseph Chou’s website did not contain information on this issue.
Suggest an edit
Public Safety
Wants to enhance cooperation among local, state, and federal agencies to focus on significant criminal threats.
Wants to reform the cashless bail system to protect citizens and offer rehabilitation opportunities.
Suggest an edit
Transportation & Infrastructure
As of August 22, 2025, Joseph Chou’s website did not contain information on this issue.
Suggest an edit
Energy & the Environment
As of August 22, 2025, Joseph Chou’s website did not contain information on this issue.
Suggest an edit
Healthcare
Supports initiatives that enhance family well-being, including improving healthcare access and ensuring affordable childcare.
Suggest an edit
Education
Supports a well-rounded education that includes vocational training, the arts, and the sciences.
Suggest an edit
