Key Policy Stances - The candidate prioritizes addressing the cost of living crisis in New York City, citing unaffordable rent, childcare, and groceries [2][3] - The candidate proposes freezing rent for rent-stabilized apartments for 4 years and delivering universal childcare from 6 weeks to 5 years [4][5] - The candidate aims to raise the state's top corporate tax rate to match New Jersey's and increase taxes on the top 1% of New Yorkers (those making $1 million or more a year) by 2% [8][10] - Public safety is a cornerstone of the candidate's affordability agenda, with a focus on ensuring safe commutes for children and addressing crime [15] - The candidate plans to create a Department of Community Safety to address mental health and homelessness in the subway system, deploying dedicated outreach teams [17] Economic Considerations - The candidate estimates the cost of universal childcare to be around $6 billion [5] - The candidate acknowledges the need to balance taxing billionaires and companies with the risk of them leaving for other states like Connecticut, Texas, or Florida [7] - The candidate believes that companies will continue doing business in New York due to the individual taxpayer base [9] - The candidate emphasizes the importance of delivering a return on investment (ROI) for every tax dollar spent, focusing on safety, cleanliness, and basic needs [11] Social Issues - The candidate recognizes the growing anti-Semitism and anti-Muslim rhetoric and commits to protecting and cherishing Jewish and Muslim New Yorkers [34][35][38][39] - The candidate plans to increase funding for anti-hate crime prevention programming by 800% and sustain/increase police presence outside synagogues [35]