Episode Title: Mark Levine: From Classroom to City Hall — A Vision for NYC Comptroller

Show Description:

In this episode of The Perez Notes, we sit down with Mark Levine—educator, organizer, and seasoned public servant—now running to be New York City’s next Comptroller. With nearly 25 years of experience fighting for more affordable, equitable, and healthy communities, Mark brings a deep understanding of how to make city government work for the people.

From his early days as a bilingual math and science teacher in the South Bronx to founding a credit union that’s delivered over $100 million in loans to families and small businesses, Mark has always centered working-class New Yorkers. As a two-term City Council member, he led efforts to expand tenant protections—like the landmark Right to Counsel law—and brought a data-driven, science-based approach to navigating the city through the COVID-19 crisis as Chair of the Health Committee.

Now, as a candidate for NYC Comptroller, he’s focused on financial oversight that promotes fairness, transparency, and accountability—ensuring every public dollar is working to build a stronger, more just New York.

Tune in for a powerful conversation on leadership, policy, and the future of our city’s finances.