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Raymond Santana
DEMOCRAT
Raymond Santana is running for New York City City Council Member, District 8, Democratic Primary.
Personal background
Raymond is originally from East Harlem and the Bronx. He was wrongfully convicted in the 1989 Central Park jogger case at age 14 and exonerated in 2002. He lives in the community he grew up in and now seeks to represent.
Professional background
Raymond currently works as a justice reform advocate and entrepreneur. He previously founded the clothing brand Park Madison NYC and travels nationally as a motivational speaker.
Political background
Raymond Santana’s campaign for New York City Council is his first run for public office.
Economy
Wants to expand economic opportunities for underserved communities.
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Public Services
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Education
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Housing & Urban Development
Wants to increase the supply of affordable housing.
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Public Safety
Said, "I am running to get guns off our streets and make our neighborhoods safer."
Plans to focus on public safety and improving relations between the neighborhood and the NYPD.
Supports criminal justice reform and advocates against wrongful convictions, police misconduct, and systemic inequalities.
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Transportation & Infrastructure
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Healthcare
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Energy & the Environment
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