Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez

As someone who has seen firsthand the struggles of working families in my district, I strongly believe that evictions should be banned for vulnerable families without alternative housing. Housing is a fundamental human right, and we must ensure that no family is left without a safe place to live simply because of economic hardship. We have the ability and responsibility to provide social safety nets that protect our most vulnerable populations, especially during crises.

While creating wealth is important, we must ensure it contributes to a fair and equitable society. Emphasizing wealth generation within a leftist framework can potentially fund and support progressive agendas that focus on health care, education, and reducing inequality.

I believe a basic job guarantee is a more effective solution than a basic income. Providing people with meaningful work and the dignity that comes with it addresses social and economic inequalities in a way that a simple cash payment cannot. Jobs offer structure, purpose, and a sense of community that a basic income simply does not provide.