Issues

What our community deserves!

Jobs for Us

Isn't it time the South Bronx received the opportunities it deserves? Elvis believes jobs should go to local people. Our community is full of talent and determination, yet too many residents are still in search of meaningful employment. To change this, Elvis will partner with unions to create easier pathways, invest in job training to equip residents with essential skills, and support local businesses by offering tax incentives for hiring locally.

Stop the Violence

The rising sexual assaults and domestic violence in the South Bronx are unacceptable. Elvis is committed to addressing these issues by supporting law enforcement with better resources and training, investing in preventive measures like educational programs and improved public safety infrastructure, and securing increased funding for survivor services. By strengthening community-police relationships, promoting awareness of consent and healthy relationships, and help create permanent housing, Elvis ensures that all residents have access to the protection and resources needed for a safer, healthier South Bronx.

Support for Small Businesses & Entrepreneurs

Small businesses are the backbone of The Bronx, driving jobs and economic growth, but they often face unnecessary hurdles. Elvis is committed to empowering entrepreneurs by reducing barriers, expanding opportunities, and fostering collaboration. He will connect business leaders to create partnerships and promote innovation, while simplifying regulations by streamlining permits, providing access to affordable spaces, and offering targeted grants and loans.

Healthy Communities, Healthy Lives

It's outrageous that the South Bronx continues to suffer from some of the highest rates of asthma, hypertension, HIV, obesity, and diabetes in the entire country. Our children are gasping for air while politicians are busy making empty promises. Elvis says enough is enough! These health crises aren't just medical issues—they're symptoms of neglect and systemic inequality. Food insecurity, poor housing conditions, crime, and poverty aren't just statistics; they're daily realities we face, and it's time we tackle them head-on.

Real Affordable Housing

Why should lifelong residents be priced out of their own community? Elvis believes affordable, and quality housing is a fundamental right. To keep the South Bronx a place where everyone can live, he will collaborate with developers and housing authorities to include realistic affordable options in new developments, protect tenants' rights by fighting unjust evictions and displacement, and improve existing housing conditions by advocating for policies that address mold, pests, and structural issues.

Education & Career Pathways

Why is the South Bronx always last in everything, especially education? Elvis believes that equitable funding and quality education are fundamental rights. He will advocate for fair school funding to ensure all students have the resources they need, implement career pathway training programs within schools to prepare students for the workforce, and improve curricula to include practical subjects like financial literacy that reflect the day-to-day lives of New Yorkers.