Housing Markets are Segmented, Implications for Policy

The following discussion is a summary of the article ‘Why Voters Haven’t Been Buying the Case For Building” by Rick Jacobus at Shelterforce. He describes research from economists Jerome Rothenberg and George Galster on urban housing markets. Read the full article here: https://shelterforce.org/2019/02/19/why-voters-havent-been-buying-the-case-for-building/ Why are lower-income people, and even middle-income people, unlikely to benefit fromContinueContinue reading “Housing Markets are Segmented, Implications for Policy”

Policy FAQs

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Do you support reinstating Citizen Advisory Councils (CACs)? Yes, Raleigh is better off when neighbors communicate, organize, and advocate to address issues of common concern. I advocate for revamping CACs and providing city resources like a place to meet, zoom or hybrid meeting technology, and help with outreach. CAC leaders would benefit from leadershipContinueContinue reading “Policy FAQs”

Endorsements

I’m proud to be endorsed by: Wake County Democratic Party – Fight for a brighter, more equal future. They believe in robust community input; fair and transparent government practices; sustainable growth and infrastructure planning; free public transit; inclusive economic development; a woman’s right to choose; and environmental protection and conservation of natural resources. The NewsContinueContinue reading “Endorsements”

What inspires me is y’all.

What inspires me in Raleigh is y’all. I’ve crisscrossed District D talking to neighbors in Renaissance Park, Trailwood, Method, Buck Jones, Glenwood South, Forest Park, Carolina Pines, Caraleigh, Boylan Heights, University Park, Cameron Village, Umstead Park, Westover, the list goes on. I’m learning about what’s important to our unique neighborhoods. Neighbors have told me aboutContinueContinue reading “What inspires me is y’all.”

Meet & Greet on 9/20

Join us to prepare for election season! N.C. House Representative Allison Dahle is hosting a fundraiser for my campaign on Tuesday, September 20th from 5:30 to 7 pm. Hope to see you there! Free beer (for those 21+) and yard signs. RSVP: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/janeharrison November 8th is election day. Early voting is October 20 to November 5. Let’s getContinueContinue reading “Meet & Greet on 9/20”

Endorsements

The Wake County Democratic Party endorsed me for Raleigh City Council, and I’m grateful for their support. I’m committed to upholding the progressive ideals they value. I care deeply about robust community input; fair and transparent government practices; sustainable growth and infrastructure planning; free public transit; inclusive economic development; a woman’s right to choose; andContinueContinue reading “Endorsements”