Candidate for
Rent Stabilization Board Commissioner; City of Berkeley

Diversity, Inclusiveness, Impartiality And Progress are the tenets of my political philosophy.

As a Liberal, Progressive and socially conscious Democrat, I believe that we have a moral and ethical obligation to the advancement and betterment of our communities, society and country, and that as our everyday commitment and passion, we must engage all in the process of moving forward. I believe we have an obligation to ourselves and future generations of Americans to engage in a civil discourse about progress.

I am a long-time Berkeley resident who is committed to the diversity of our City and the right to affordable housing for all through proactive and viable policy solutions. I have long been a Champion of minority rights and representation issues, particularly in the Hispanic and LGBT communities, and hope to increase minority and community awareness of, and interest in, the Rent Stabilization Board.

As a member of various political and community-based organizations, I have fought for equal rights, housing rights and representation for all(Particularly to combat discrimination based on race, religion, gender or sexual orientation) and for a living wage, affordable healthcare and access to inclusionary housing. I will be a passionate and independent voice for impartiality.

My service in public office, my years as an activist and my work as a restaurant manager have provided me with invaluable experience dealing with people in various capacities and will serve me well as a Rent Board Commissioner.

I will be a passionate advocate for community outreach, rental unit safety,effective seismic retrofitting programs and fiscal accountability,while being mindful of the concerns of both landlords and tenants.

Please support me in working towards greater diversity, inclusiveness and progress..