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I am running for re-election because Ward 6 deserves a council member who listens, responds, and delivers. As someone who came to this country as a refugee, I know what it’s like to struggle to find housing, work, and stability. Since being elected in 2020, I’ve fought for deeply affordable housing, supported workers’ rights, and made sure our most vulnerable neighbors have a voice at City Hall. I am proud of my record of results and of building trust across diverse communities, and I want to continue that work on the Council.
My first priority is expanding affordable housing so families can put down roots in Minneapolis without fear of being displaced. That means more deeply affordable units, supportive housing, and pathways for first-time homebuyers. My second priority is public safety - making sure our neighbors feel safe and supported by strengthening violence prevention, investing in youth opportunities, and ensuring accountability for law enforcement. These are the issues I hear about most, and they will remain centered in my work.
We need to use every tool available to lower housing costs. That means increasing production of deeply affordable rental units, preserving existing housing, and supporting nonprofit developers. I support rent stabilization and stronger tenant protections to keep families in their homes. At the same time, I want to make homeownership more accessible for first-time buyers by expanding down payment assistance and partnerships with community lenders. I believe housing is a human right - and we must treat it that way.
Ward 6 is one of the most diverse and densely populated parts of Minneapolis, with many neighbors living near busy streets and few green spaces. I will continue pushing for more trees, pollinator habitat, and green infrastructure to reduce heat islands and flooding. We must invest in sustainable transit, energy efficiency, and neighborhood projects that both cut emissions and improve quality of life. Climate justice means centering those most affected - renters, immigrants, and low-income families.
The Council’s role is to partner with community groups, fund effective programs, and make sure resources reach neighborhoods where they are needed most. Community organizations often know the challenges and solutions better than City Hall. I believe our job is to listen, support, and provide accountability so their work is sustained and impactful. This includes funding violence prevention, youth programming, and culturally specific services that build trust and reduce the need for emergency interventions.
