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Meet the Candidate
Born and raised in the Bronx, Jackie Torres attended Lehman High School right here in District 13. She is a proud veteran, public servant, and lifelong advocate for her community.
Platform
Fighting for Working Families
Jackie knows the rising cost of living is squeezing Bronx families. She’s committed to delivering real relief, from affordable housing and accessible childcare to better schools and support for small businesses. With experience in Human Resources, Jackie has fought for workers’ rights and fair policies, and she’ll bring that same energy to City Hall.
Service, Duty, and Community First
“I served my country, now I’m serving my community.”
Public service is about people, not politics. As a veteran and community member, I bring a mission-first mindset to every issue, grounded in discipline, integrity, and a deep love for our neighborhoods. I believe in leading with action, not partisanship.
Public Safety with Accountability
“Safe streets and community trust go hand-in-hand.”
Real security means both safety and justice. We can back our officers while also holding them to high standards, just like in the military. I will work to build bridges between law enforcement and the people they serve, ensuring fairness, respect, and safety for all.
Education
"Every child deserves opportunity, and every school deserves investment."
Jackie believes that investing in education is investing in our future. She is committed to ensuring that every child, regardless of background, has access to a high-quality education in a clean, safe, and supportive environment.
Healthcare
As her mother’s caregiver, Jackie is deeply familiar with the challenges of the broken healthcare system. She is committed to fighting for access to quality, affordable, and equitable healthcare for all New Yorkers, prioritizing improved patient outcomes over profit. Every individual should receive the care they deserve without financial hardship.
Supporting Our Seniors and Veterans
Veterans and seniors shouldn’t be struggling. They deserve more than words, they deserve action. Jackie will champion better healthcare, housing access, and dignity for the people who laid the foundation for our communities.
