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Elvis Santana
DEMOCRAT
Elvis Santana is running for New York City City Council Member, District 17, Democratic Primary.
Personal background
Elvis is originally from the South Bronx, where he lives today. He attended Fannie Lou Hamer Freedom High School.
Professional background
Elvis currently works as a community advocate and organizer. He previously served in roles focused on civic engagement and legislative advocacy, including founding member of the Estella B. Diggs Democratic Club.
Political background
Elvis Santana previously ran for City Council Member for District 17 in 2017 and New York State Assembly District 79 in 2020, but did not win.
Economy
Plans to partner with unions to create easier pathways, invest in job training, and support local businesses by offering tax incentives for hiring locally.
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Public Services
As of May 5, 2025, Elvis Santana’s website did not contain information on this issue.
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Education
Supports implementing career pathway training programs in schools and improving curricula to include practical subjects like financial literacy.
Supports increased funding for New York schools and opposes budget cuts.
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Housing & Urban Development
Believes affordable, quality housing is a fundamental right and plans to protect tenants' rights, fight unjust evictions, and improve housing conditions.
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Public Safety
Supports law enforcement with better resources and training, investing in preventive measures like educational programs and improved public safety infrastructure, and securing increased funding for survivor services.
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Transportation & Infrastructure
Supports legislation to reduce the number of garbage trucks in the Bronx, citing environmental justice and health concerns.
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Healthcare
Believes the high rates of asthma, hypertension, HIV, obesity, and diabetes in the South Bronx are "symptoms of neglect and systemic inequality" and plans to address food insecurity, poor housing, crime, and poverty.
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Energy & the Environment
Plans to work with community groups to advocate for better air quality and more green spaces, and to ensure public schools are lead-free and have safe drinking water.
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