Politics is a game just like basketball or football and when we win these seats, elected officials have the responsibility to improve the lives of the residents who elect us. Legislation and public policy are how we score points and leverage resources that positively impact our local neighborhoods. But what makes policy effective? Black and Brown communities are fighting to overcome decades of disinvestment and neglect.

Effective policy must acknowledge the institutional and structural shortcomings that contributed to the conditions in our communities

How can effective policy correct this and directly improve the daily realities for residents?