Gabriela Santiago-Romero

Infrastructure / Transportation Invest in neighborhoods that lack street lighting, safe roads and homes. Wages / Job Benefits Partner with local unions to recruit and grow their number of members. Healthcare Address the root causes of crime by increasing access to mental health care and substance abuse treatment. Immigration Advocate for legislation that reinstates driver’s licenses for all, including the Drive Michigan Bills. Housing Address the root causes of home safety issues, including blight, flooding, and lead contamination. Environment / Energy Reduce our reliance on fossil fuels and invest in clean, renewable energy sources. Wages / Job Benefits Advocate for the repeal of anti-union legislation, including Michigan’s right-to-work laws. Guns Support community-based approaches to reducing gun violence, including intervention and disruption programs that engage respected and credible community members. Wages / Job Benefits Disseminate information on how to identify and safely report labor violations. Immigration Advocate for the designation of Detroit as a ‘sanctuary city’. Environment / Energy Improve the quality and number of green spaces in the city. Infrastructure / Transportation Strengthen the partnership of local businesses, community organizations, and leaders to gather insight for future infrastructure opportunities. Environment / Energy Hold corporations that pollute our air, water, and soil accountable. Immigration Support legal defense funds that represent undocumented immigrants facing deportation. Criminal Justice / Public Safety Support initiatives that prevent youth justice involvement, such as after-school programs. Criminal Justice / Public Safety Invest in projects that reduce recidivism, such as reentry and expungement programs for returning citizens. Immigration Protect migrant workers, who are disproportionately at risk for workplace safety and health problems. Environment / Energy Invest in public health projects that address the devastating health consequences of pollution. Infrastructure / Transportation Support the rerouting of trucking networks in the city to protect residents from toxic fumes. Immigration Publicize the benefits of municipal ID cards, which provide immigrants with access to important city services. Housing Advocate for solutions that prevent future electricity and water shutoffs. Housing Create and preserve dedicated affordable housing units.