I have very little knowledge of city politics especially the workings of cities all the way across country, or really what exactly a comptroller does (and I think I'm quite over democracy) but my Theresa is working on the David Yassky campaign for New York City Comptroller and since she's amazing I trust that he is as well*. He really seems like someone to keep an eye on.
From his campaign website
In the City Council, David has been a standout legislator, known for his intelligence, creativity, and determination. A New York Times editorial said that David has a "stellar record on the Council, leading groundbreaking work on gun control, affordable housing, the environment and jobs creation." (New York Times, August 30, 2006). Last year, the Democratic Leadership Council in Washington D.C. named David one of the top 100 New Democrats to watch nationwide.
As Comptroller, David will be a powerful force for progressive values, innovative policy and effective government. David will be an activist Comptroller, using the tools of the Comptroller's office - the contract review power, the auditing power, the budget review power, and the investment power - to be a citywide leader in policymaking.
In the City Council, David has focused on spurring economic growth and helping the private sector create jobs. David's "Film Industry Job Creation Act" helped double the number of film and TV productions in New York City, generating more than 3,000 new jobs. David led the charge to save the Red Hook container port, retaining hundreds of good-paying jobs.
As Comptroller, David will be the city's "Chief Economic Officer." He will work with the financial sector to encourage investment in city businesses and will advocate consistently for an improved business climate.
In the City Council, David "has been leading the environmental fight" (that's according to Mayor Michael Bloomberg, on The Today Show, May 22, 2007). David sponsored legislation that will convert the City's taxicab fleet to fuel-efficient hybrid vehicles by 2012, and won a City commitment to increase use of biofuels instead of conventional heating oil.
As Comptroller, David will use the audit power to insist that City Agencies do better on energy efficiency, and he will use the contract review power to encourage environmental "best practices" like green buildings and low-emission fuels.
In the City Council, David has used his seat on the Finance Committee to target wasteful spending. He pushed through legislation closing a $30 million tax loophole, and his oversight led to elimination of the wasteful "Homeworks/Storeworks" program.
As Comptroller, David will be an aggressive fiscal watchdog. He will demand that city agencies improve technology to increase productivity - just as the private sector has done - and he will work to reduce the city's crushing debt burden.
In the City Council, David Yassky has earned a citywide reputation for innovation, excellence and integrity and has achieved real results on the key issues of jobs creation, affordable housing and environmental protection.
As Comptroller, David will bring his unique blend of progressive values and pragmatic determination to the highest levels of city government.
*plus he may have side gigs as Fashion Market Editor at Women's Wear Daily and as art director for advertising and The Book at Neiman Marcus. He's like a modern day Da Vinci. Sphere: Related Content
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