Meet Jean H

Jean H. Anglade's Plan for a Better New York City – 2025

As your candidate for Mayor of New York City, I am committed to bringing about bold, meaningful change to make our city work for everyone. My plan focuses on tackling the toughest issues our city faces and implementing real solutions to improve the lives of all New Yorkers.

Here’s my detailed plan to reform, reconstruct, and rebuild New York City for 2025 and beyond:

1. POLICE REFORM & JUSTICE

Objective: Restore trust in our police force and create a safer, more equitable system of justice.

End Police Corruption: Increase accountability with strict oversight, independent investigations, and body cameras for all officers.
Ban False Arrests & Unjust Pull-Overs: Implement clearer guidelines on police interactions to ensure no one is stopped, ticketed, or arrested without just cause.
Excessive Force Prevention: Provide better training and community engagement programs to reduce unnecessary violence.
Community Policing: Invest in community policing models, where officers work alongside local organizations to build trust and resolve conflicts.
Police Transparency: Create an independent police review board to address citizen complaints and hold officers accountable.

2. ECONOMIC JUSTICE & FAIR WAGES

Objective: Ensure fair pay, improve living standards, and reduce the financial burden on working families.

Raise Minimum Wage to $25/hr: A fair wage for all workers in New York, helping people support their families and improve their quality of life.
Lower the Cost of Living:
- Affordable Housing: Expand rent-controlled apartments, increase affordable housing development, and strengthen tenant protections.
- Lower Food Costs: Implement policies to reduce food prices by supporting local farmers and producers.
- Affordable Transportation: Reduce the cost of public transportation and create more affordable options for commuters.
Affordable Car Insurance & Gas: Work with state and local agencies to make car ownership more affordable by negotiating lower rates and tax breaks.

3. AFFORDABLE HOUSING & TENANT RIGHTS

Objective: Ensure every New Yorker has access to affordable and safe housing.

Expand Affordable Housing: Increase the availability of affordable housing units through public-private partnerships, and build more units in areas where there’s a shortage.
Strengthen Rent Control: Expand rent stabilization measures to protect renters from unfair hikes and ensure affordable rents for all.
Tenant Protection Laws: Pass stronger tenant protection laws to prevent illegal evictions and ensure tenants have access to legal resources.

4. HOMELESSNESS & MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES

Objective: End homelessness and provide necessary support services for those in need.

Homelessness Reentry Programs: Provide not just shelter, but pathways to employment, mental health services, and addiction recovery.
Mental Health Clinics in Every Borough: Expand mental health services by opening more city-funded mental health clinics that are free or affordable to all.
Safe Housing for the Homeless: Build and expand safe, supportive housing units for homeless individuals with wrap-around services.
Collaboration with Nonprofits: Partner with nonprofit organizations to increase outreach programs to connect people in need to resources.

5. JOB CREATION & ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITIES

Objective: Create jobs for all New Yorkers, with a special focus on fairness for those with criminal records.

Create Broad, Defined Jobs for All: Create entry-level and skilled jobs in high-demand industries, with training and apprenticeships for those without experience.
Second Chances for People with Criminal Records: Develop programs that help individuals with felony convictions or misdemeanors find stable employment, reducing recidivism and strengthening communities.
Support Union & Non-Union Workers: Fight for better contracts for all workers, whether unionized or not, ensuring fair pay, job security, and benefits.
Small Business Support: Provide financial assistance and incentives for small businesses, especially those owned by individuals with bad credit, to help them thrive and create local jobs.

6. EDUCATION & TEACHER SUPPORT

Objective: Improve education quality and provide better support for our teachers and students.

Increase Teacher Pay & Benefits: Ensure teachers are paid fairly for their hard work by negotiating better contracts for both unionized and non-union teachers.
Invest in Public Education: Increase funding for public schools, especially in underserved areas, and reduce classroom sizes.
Vocational Training & Career Pathways: Expand vocational training programs and career pathway initiatives to ensure students are prepared for the workforce.

7. CANNABIS LEGALIZATION & ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITIES

Objective: Regulate cannabis to create economic opportunity for everyone.

Fair Cannabis Licensing: Allow anyone over 21 to open a licensed cannabis store, with fair regulations and compliance to ensure equal access to this new market.
Equitable Distribution: Ensure that communities hardest hit by the War on Drugs benefit from cannabis licensing opportunities through training, grants, and low-interest loans for minority-owned businesses.
Support for Cannabis Workers: Ensure workers in the cannabis industry have good pay, benefits, and job security.

8. YOUTH PROGRAMS & COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Objective: Invest in our youth and create opportunities for community-driven solutions.

AAU & CYO Sports Programs: Provide funding to pay community members to run youth sports programs, keeping young people engaged and off the streets.
After-School Programs: Fund after-school and extracurricular activities in every borough to give youth positive outlets and the support they need to succeed.
Mentorship Programs: Establish mentorship programs connecting at-risk youth with community leaders and professionals who can help guide them toward success.

9. INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENT

Objective: Improve and modernize the city’s infrastructure to create a safer, cleaner, and more efficient city.

Fix Roads & Sidewalks: Repave streets, repair potholes, and replace damaged sidewalks to improve safety and walkability.
Green Infrastructure: Invest in parks, green spaces, and urban farming projects to make our city more sustainable and improve quality of life.
Public Transportation Upgrades: Expand and modernize public transportation systems to ensure they are accessible, affordable, and reliable.

10. SMALL BUSINESS SUPPORT & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

Objective: Support small businesses and help them thrive in New York City.

Funding for Small Businesses: Provide low-interest loans and grants to small businesses, even for those with bad credit, to help them grow and provide jobs.
Tax Incentives for Startups: Offer tax breaks for startups and small businesses that create jobs in underserved neighborhoods.
Local Business Partnerships: Create partnerships with local businesses to help them access resources, mentorship, and opportunities for growth.

Jean H. Anglade’s 2025 Plan:
It’s time for reform, reconstruction, and rebuilding our city to create a better New York for everyone. Vote Jean H. Anglade for Mayor 2025.

Together, we will make this vision a reality. #REFORM #RECONSTRUCT #REBUILD