New York State Assemblymember representing the 86th district in the Bronx, covering University Heights, Morris Heights, Mount Eden, Kingsbridge, Tremont, and Fordham. Born in the Dominican Republic. Founded the first Dominican-based political club in the Bronx in 1994. Holds a Master's from Hunter College and worked 23 years as Senior Auditor for the NYC Comptroller.
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Family & Heritage
Born in the Dominican Republic. Immigrated to the West Bronx over 30 years ago, making the community her home. Raised four sons there, all attending New York City public schools. While at O&M University in Santo Domingo, she organized fellow students against domestic violence and political corruption.
Political Career
Before Politics
Senior Auditor for the New York City Comptroller's Office for 23 years. Student organizer and President of the Union Democratica de Mujeres in the Dominican Republic, a national organization that organized and educated women.
Education
Degree from O&M University, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic; MS in Urban Policy and Leadership, Hunter College
Key Issues & Priorities
Government accountability and fiscal oversight
Women's rights and anti-domestic violence
Education and public schools
Housing and community development
Immigrant community empowerment