Ferrer

For over twenty years, Ferrer has worked to make The Bronx and the City a better place for all New Yorkers. His dedication and commitment is second to none and he has the record to prove it. During the most difficult times, he faced the City's problems head on and provided real solutions and real change. From his years as Borough President when he... transformed The Bronx by building new, affordable homes, providing jobs and fixing schools to presenting his solution to our City's education crisis today, Freddy always makes the right choices for the people of New York. We know Freddy is the best candidate for Mayor of the City of New York and as Mayor, we know he will fight to provide affordable housing, quality schools, good jobs, and a transportation system that works for every New Yorker." Ferrer thanked his supporters and said, "It is an honor to stand with you. The people of The Bronx have stood by me my entire life. From the teachers and mentors who inspired me as a kid, to the voters who supported my first campaign for City Council back in 1982 to the supporters who stand with me today you are true neighbors and friends. We worked together to give equal opportunity to healthcare by creating the Bronx Healthlink. We worked together to build over 66,000 units of affordable housing. We worked together to form the Bronx Empowerment Zone invests in job-training programs and entrepreneurial opportunities for women and minority-owned businesses by creating neighborhood safety and service councils bringing community residents and police so that they could work together to fight crime in every neighborhood. I am honored and moved by your support. You have stood by me and you have worked with me through the years, and, with your continued support, I know we can make this City a better place for all New Yorkers. Together, we will fight for all New Yorkers and make sure they have the affordable housing, quality schools and the top quality transportation system they deserve." The Bronx Coalition joins an impressive, ...Read More