FAQ NYC Episode 413: Brad Lander Says NYC Can Do Better Than ‘A Bully Who’s Also a Chicken’
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Apr 12, 2025 Brad Lander, the City Comptroller of New York City and mayoral candidate, discusses his vision for a safer and more affordable city. He emphasizes a bold plan to build 500,000 new homes over the next decade to alleviate the housing crisis. Lander also proposes a 'Housing First' policy to tackle street homelessness, particularly for those with serious mental illness. The conversation delves into the importance of civic engagement, innovative financial strategies, and the need for humane treatment within the justice system, all while maintaining a light-hearted touch with baseball banter.
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Lander's Mayoral Vision
- Brad Lander aims to create a safer, more affordable, and better-run New York City.
- Leadership must be honest, effective, and focused on practical results, not self-interest.
Build Housing with Community Support
- Engage communities early to build support for large housing projects like Gowanus rezoning.
- Use city-owned land wisely to create housing that benefits working-class New Yorkers.
Housing Plan Framework
- Start housing production with a citizens assembly to define a citywide housing vision.
- Speed up the Uniform Land Use Review Procedure to approve housing projects faster.
