Jessica Ramos
State Sen. Jessica Ramos’ vision for NYC includes expanded child care programs and embedding mental health support into every aspect of city life.
Ramos, who has represented Corona, East Elmhurst and Jackson Heights since 2019, is a big proponent of organized labor: she used to negotiate contracts for SSEU Local 371 and 32BJ SEIU and currently chairs the Senate’s labor committee. She weaves job training programs into her broader policies supporting immigration and mental health.
Where most other candidates prioritize tenants in their housing agendas, Ramos also promotes homeownership. The daughter of Colombian immigrants, she says she is committed to making city-provided resources accessible in languages that people can understand.
“There's policing of the streets, but also there's just an education of the population in terms of conflict resolution and other things…”
The New York Editorial Board
(Jan 12, 2025)
“No private management of our NYCHA buildings, no developers, no land for sale, no infills, no any of that. We have to keep public housing, public housing.”
Housing Justice for All Mayoral Forum
(Dec 7, 2024)
“I think there should be year round opportunities after school where possible, on weekends where possible, so that kids have an earlier opportunity to figure out how to fulfill their potential and perhaps even enjoy greater job satisfaction as they enter adulthood.”
FAQ NYC
(Mar 15, 2025)
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