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Shakur Joseph
DEMOCRAT
Shakur Joseph is running for New York City City Council Member, District 16, Democratic Primary.
Personal background
Shakur is originally from the Bronx.
Professional background
Shakur currently works as the managing director of strategic operations at The TaskMasters and director of operations at Launch Expeditionary Learning Charter School. He previously held leadership roles in youth-focused nonprofits and schools, including City Year and ROADS Charter High Schools.
Political background
Shakur Joseph’s campaign for New York City Council is his first run for public office.
Economy
Supports incubators for minority-owned businesses.
Proposes a local business emergency relief fund.
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Public Services
Proposes creating a city-run food distribution hub to lower prices.
Plans to expand meal programs for children.
Supports hot food access through public benefits.
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Education
Supports raising the minimum teacher salary to $90,000 and increasing resources.
Supports year-round early childhood programs.
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Housing & Urban Development
Supports increased renter protections.
Opposes credit checks for renters.
Proposes a task force to audit rent hikes and enforce tenant protections.
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Public Safety
Advocates for a reentry center for people returning from incarceration.
Opposes solitary confinement.
Opposes low-wage prison labor.
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Transportation & Infrastructure
As of May 5, 2025, Shakur Joseph’s website did not contain information on this issue.
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Healthcare
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Energy & the Environment
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