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Jammel Thompson
DEMOCRAT
Jammel Thompson is running for New York City City Council Member, District 41, Democratic Primary.
Personal background
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Professional background
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Political background
Jammel Thompson’s campaign for New York City Council District 41 is his first run for public office.
Economy
Plans to reduce unemployment by launching a job fair, workforce development for green jobs, and partnering with the New York Small Business Development Center for free training.
Plans to support small businesses through a “Shop Local” campaign, micro-loans with local banks, and personalized guidance from the Small Business Development Center.
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Public Services
Plans to include District 41 in the City's "Participatory Budgeting" Program.
Supports investing in District 41 to fund improvements in schools, parks, libraries, and other public spaces, while creating hundreds to thousands of jobs.
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Education
Supports introducing apprenticeship programs to high school students in District 41.
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Housing & Urban Development
Plans to establish a Young Women's Leadership Academy in District 41 and partner with programs that address challenges facing young women.
Plans to launch a District 41 Beautification Initiative to improve public spaces and boost community pride.
Plans to create a tenant advocacy office to ensure residents' voices are heard and complaints are addressed promptly.
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Public Safety
Supports community policing initiatives to build trust between residents and law enforcement.
Supports expanding the Cure Violence programs in District 41, focusing on at-risk youth, alternative sentencing programs, and enhanced skills and job training, especially for young women and first-time teen mothers.
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Transportation & Infrastructure
Supports creating a rapid response team for critical repairs in New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) buildings.
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Healthcare
Plans to establish mobile health clinics, partner with local hospitals for health education, advocate for more mental health funding, and work with federal representatives to increase funding for local health centers.
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Energy & the Environment
As of May 5, 2025, Jammel Thompson’s website did not contain information on this issue.
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