Every Washingtonian deserves the chance to thrive — to live in safe housing, access affordable healthcare, and benefit from a strong local economy.

Many people in DC cannot afford housing because of the high cost of living. Gaps in mental health and addiction services make it difficult for those in need to get help. Job opportunities for unhoused individuals are limited, and too often, current policies punish rather than support them.

Prosperity in DC isn’t about short-term fixes; it’s about long-term investments that lift families, strengthen neighborhoods, and expand opportunity for all.

Ending Homelessness with Dignity

Homelessness must be addressed with compassion and effectiveness. If we invest in real solutions, fewer people will be forced to live on the streets, and our communities will become stronger and healthier. That means:

• Expanding Housing First initiatives that prioritize stability and dignity.

• Expanding mental health and substance abuse services so no one is left behind.

• Improving economic stability through employment programs that open doors to long-term success.

• Reducing criminalization and promoting community-based solutions that keep people safe and supported.

Homelessness is not a moral failing — it is a policy challenge. By addressing its root causes, we can make DC a city where everyone has a safe place to call home.

Affordable Healthcare for All

The cost of healthcare remains one of the biggest drivers of financial insecurity for DC families.

Prescription drug prices, insurance premiums, and basic medical services too often push residents into debt or force them to skip care altogether. I believe DC must leverage its local authority to reduce costs, expand coverage, and ensure access to preventive care. That means holding insurers accountable, expanding community clinics, and negotiating lower prescription costs so no one in DC has to choose between paying the rent or filling a prescription.

Innovation in Food and Jobs

A thriving city also means residents can access fresh food and good jobs close to home. Indoor vertical farming offers a unique opportunity to do both.

By transforming rooftops, basements, and unused buildings into productive farms, DC can grow fresh produce year-round, reduce food deserts, cut transportation costs, and create jobs in technology, farming, and logistics.

This is more than food security — it is economic development tied to sustainability, especially in communities historically excluded from prosperity.

Building a Stronger Economy

Prosperity means a DC where:

• Fair housing ensures families are not pushed out by rising rents.

• Healthcare is affordable and accessible, reducing financial stress.

• Job opportunities in sustainable industries and community businesses keep wealth in the District.

• Strong public services support every resident, from youth programs to senior care.

Economic growth must be inclusive and resilient — lifting every neighborhood, not just a select few.

DC Lives Here. Expect More.