Justin Smith

Criminal Justice / Public Safety We need a serious reimagining of how public safety and law enforcement operate. We need a system that thwarts crimes but does not criminalize communities. Criminal Justice / Public Safety By divesting from bloating budgets and reinvesting into underfunded agencies and CBOs, we will renew trust and build community within our neighborhoods. Economy Through legislation, co-governance, and constituent services we will help our small and large business owners, and workers survive this crisis, and help new businesses open and thrive in our community. Education In order for us to rebuild and reinvest back into our communities we need to lay down firm and progressive foundations through equitable education systems. I want to implement practical solutions like further investments into PROMISE, bring cultural and capacity learning into our district, deemphasize standardized tests, ensure robust budgets reach all schools, and prepare students for learning beyond where they come from. Economy We need to do a better job protecting them from closing and providing pathways to success. District 8's employers provide jobs, livelihoods, and culture within our district.