Proposed Caucus Memberships for Prof. Dana York

Independent Candidate for Mayor of New York City, 2025

As Mayor, Prof. Dana York will collaborate with the New York City Council and national organizations through caucuses that align with her values of compassion, equality, and community renewal. Her caucus affiliations will reflect her dedication to inclusion, social justice, education, arts, and public health.

1. Progressive Caucus (NYC Council)
Advocating for equity in housing, education, and healthcare.

Legislative alignment: affordable housing expansion, mental health support, free school meals, and community-based safety reforms.

2. Black, Latino & Asian Caucus (BLAC)
Partnering with diverse communities to promote representation, immigrant rights, and cultural equity.

Legislative alignment: support for young people with mentorship programs and economic opportunity across all boroughs.

3. Women’s Caucus
Championing women’s leadership and empowerment.

Legislative alignment: expanded childcare access, support for single mothers, workplace equity, and women’s safety in public spaces.

4. All Religions Caucus
Representing New York’s vibrant religious communities with respect for all, while promoting interfaith harmony and cultural preservation.

Legislative alignment: Tikkun Olam (repairing the world), protection of historic synagogues, and educational programs on tolerance.

5. Arts & Cultural Caucus
Advocating for New York’s artistic and cultural institutions as engines of creativity and economic growth.

Legislative alignment: cultural centers in every borough, preservation of Art Deco heritage, and direct support for artists.

6. Veterans & Public Service Caucus
Standing with veterans and first responders.

Legislative alignment: healthcare access, mental health support for veterans, and pathways to employment in city service and infrastructure.

7. Environmental & Clean City Caucus
Promoting sustainability and urban renewal.

Legislative alignment: “Clean New York Initiative” for green jobs, safe streets, renewable energy projects, and beautification of neighborhoods.

✅ In summary: Prof. Dana York’s caucus memberships will strengthen her legislative coalition-building — linking progressive reform, cultural unity, women’s empowerment, veterans’ support, clean environment, and interfaith respect.